adapted from various translations Praise the Eternal One! Hallelujah! I will give thanks to God with my whole heart. Right here as this gathered community, let us voice our praise. God is gracious and merciful, full of loving compassion. The works of God are faithful and just. God liberates humanity — indeed all creation! God […]
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Prayers of approach Based on the phrase in Psalm 42: “Deep calls to deep…” Eternal one, creator, God of covenant promise, ever-faithful, You commit to us. You continue to shape us. You know us. You are close to us as breath. Deep calls to deep… may we lean into your love. Jesus, Saviour, Lamb of […]
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Adapted from Psalm 81 Written to be read responsively Pentecost 12, Proper 17, Year C Pentecost 2, Proper 4, Year B Sing to God! God is our strength. We will shout for joy. Open your mouth, your mind, your heart, your soul, God will fill it! God will fill us! Listen to the Lord, your […]
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Geoff has taken the Tefilat Haderech, the Hebrew Traveler’s Prayer, and transformed it into a song (psalm) of praise and thanksgiving. Thank you that it is your will, beloved God of our forebears, that we are conducted in peace, that our steps are guided in peace, that we are upheld in peace, that we are […]
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Let me hear what God the Sovereign will speak, for God will speak peace to the people, God will speak to the faithful, to those who turn to God in their hearts. Surely God’s salvation is at hand for those who fear God, that God’s glory may dwell in our land. Steadfast love and faithfulness […]
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I was filled with great happiness when I was called to go to church. What sweet fellowship we find in you O wonderful house of God built on a solid foundation. You grant to us a sweet time of prayer, despite our different languages and cultures. There is justice in your presence. All people enjoy […]
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Psalm 121 – rising from Zambia* When I am in search of a solution, from place to place, It is only found in God The Creator of the Universe. God provides ultimate protection No matter the challenge. For God remains watchful in all times. God who watches over nature will always be with us. God […]
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Our Creator who is our protector and power and ever with us, Even when the economy depreciates and political scandal rises, Will not be shaken. God is the source of happiness. Your word brings joy to us. Your presence will always be with us to render help. At the sound of your voice troubles come […]
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New voices from Zambia… In times of despair I look to Victoria Falls and the mighty Zambezi river, Where does my help come from? My help and comfort come from you, Creator of all things. You protect me from any form of accident. You are ever alert, watching over me. I will never be harmed […]
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Songs of praise Hymns of lament Words from the very depths of our being Newest posts . . . (images link to posts) Psalms — old and new: an alphabetical listing
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