Groaning

The Apostle's Tale: GROANING

ENTRANCE

Greeting

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
And also with you.

The risen Christ is with us.
Praise the Lord

Hymn/Song Set of Praise and Groaning

Prayer for Illumination

Abba, Father God,
you have adopted us and made us your heirs.
Open our eyes to see your glory,
that we may worship and magnify your name,
through your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.

WORD AND RESPONSE

Scripture Lesson Romans 8:12-25

Sermon Groaning

Response to the Word

Prayers of the People

THANKSGIVING [AND COMMUNION]
Invitation (if communion)

Confession, Pardon, and Peace Pastor

People exchange the peace of Christ.
The offering is collected.

Offertory
Choir/Ensemble Music during Collection

Congregational Thanks at Presentation of Gifts

Great Thanksgiving or Act of Thanksgiving

[Thanksgiving after Communion, if communion]

SENDING

Hymn or Song Set of Sending

Dismissal with Blessing