Biblical and contemporary holiday images are mixed together in this Advent Call to Worship.
L: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
C: Amen.
L: People of advent, let us make room for the coming of Christ.
Brief Silence
L: Where crooked roads and fraudulent practices need straightening,
C: Prepare the Way for the Lord!
P: Where people walk in darkness and begin to despair,
C: Prepare the Way for the Lord!
P: Where busy lives need to be slowed down and centered,
C: Prepare the Way for the Lord !
P: Where minds are full of presents and parties and last minute errands,
C: Prepare the Way for the Lord!
P: Holy God, we pray together,
C: Help us to prepare and be prepared for the coming of the Lord. Amen