GOD PAUSE- March 23 Now We Join in Celebration, ELW 462 When Christians hear the Word properly preached and take the Sacraments duly administered, they get to the heart of what the church is. By extension, reaching out and serving others complements this basic conviction. The words of this hymn, floating on a lovely melody, summarize well what the people of God are about in liturgy and in life. The celebration in which we join is due to our Saviors invitation, not our own creation. Remembering what Christ has done, we share the bread and cup, which are both presence and foretaste. As Gods children we are reconciled to one another and we live for others, serving all—both friends and strangers. As disciples we are called to press for justice, love and mercy until the final day of our Lords coming. Thats what this hymn and the people of God are all about. So join the celebration. Lord, you have called us to sing and serve, to celebrate and anticipate, to care for creation and one another. Fill us with the energy and the Spirit to faithfully be what you have called us to be. Amen. Robert Brusic Seminary Pastor Emeritus youtube/watch?v=IdhkTPkMwEk
Posted on: Sun, 23 Mar 2014 11:28:37 +0000
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