Litany of A Grateful People (Based on Mark 12:29-31)

Worship God with heart, soul, mind, and experience joy.

One: For the joy of this moment, a wonderful moment,

Many: Our hearts, soul and mind fills with love for You, God.

One: For drawing us near to be co-creators with You,

Many: Our hearts, soul and mind fills with love for You, God.

One: For the richness of our heritage in faith,

Many: Our hearts, soul and mind fills with love for You, God.

One: For our collective learning, re-learning and un-learning,

Many: Our hearts, soul and mind fills with love for You, God.

One: Let the vision and unfolding vision direct our path to the future,

Many: Our trust in You deepens.

One: Aid us in increasing our ties to one another, our work with community partners and our love toward one another,

Many: Our trust in You, deepens.

One: Receive our worship and praise of You, as we celebrate this ministry of inclusion,

All: Our worship and praise rises to You, God!

Contributed by Rev. Cedric A. Harmon

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