GATHERING SONG
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GATHERING PRAYER
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We pray to God, our Creator, who has provided us six days of each week to offer praise through our work, and set aside the Sabbath so that we might offer praise through our rest.
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We give thanks for the gift of Sabbath. Amen.
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PSALM
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We acknowledge God’s blessings upon the righteous.
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Happy are those who fear God
those who joyfully obey God’s commandments.
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Their children will be powerful,
each generation will receive blessings.
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We give praise to the Lord!
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The just will endure forever.
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They will shine as a light through the darkness.
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We give praise to the Lord!
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Those who are generous and conduct
their business fairly will succeed.
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The just will be secure, and
will remain in our memories.
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We give praise to the Lord!
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There is no reason for the just to be
fearful of bad news.
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They will triumph over their enemies.
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We give praise to the Lord!
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Those who have freely shared with those in need
will be exalted.
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The wicked, however, will be angry;
their desires will unfulfilled.
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We give praise to the Lord!
(based on Psalm 112)
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READING
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(Read Luke 13:10-17)
The Gospel of the Lord.
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Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
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PETITIONS
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God sent Jesus to show us how to live. Let us pray.
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Jesus participated in Sabbath observances. He also showed compassion for those in need, even on the Sabbath.
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Lord, help us to be compassionate toward others.
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By observing the Sabbath, Jesus remained true to the covenant with Israel.
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Lord, help us to remain true to our promises.
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Celebration of the Sabbath involves sharing a meal with others.
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Lord, help us take the time to eat together with our families on your Sabbath.
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Coming together to pray and worship is an important part of the Sabbath.
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Lord, help us to join with our parish community in celebrating your Sabbath. Amen.
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CLOSING PRAYER
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O God, we ask your blessings upon all of us. In turn, we will strive to protect creation – people, animals, birds, and plants. You made everything and declared it to be good. Guide us to do our part in keeping creation good.
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Shabbat Shalom! The Sabbath peace!
(Participants share handshakes of peace with one another.)
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CLOSING SONG
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