PRAYER OF CONFESSION
O God of life,
we confess the ways we turn away
from the fullness of life that you offer.
silence
God of love,
we confess the hatred we hold in our hearts.
silence
God of compassion,
we confess our indifference.
silence
God of justice,
we confess that our lives are linked to oppressive systems.
silence
God of peace,
we confess the violent movements of our hearts,
the violent realities of our world.
silence
Holy God, we confess our sins to you.
silence
(Written by Joanna Harader)
ASSURANCE OF GRACE
Return to the Lord your God,
for God is gracious and compassionate,
slow to anger