Always Be Ready

A Living Hope

Sixth Sunday of Easter, Year A

What are we supposed to be ready to do? Tell our story! It’s as simple as that. And it’s as complicated as that. Peter says that we are always “ready to make your defense to anyone who demands from you an accounting for the hope that is in you” (1 Peter 3:15 NRSV.) But what does that mean, and who demands such an account these days?

Offertory Prayer

God of Power and Mercy, you have not deserted us; we have been tested, and yet we know we have never been far from your redeeming love. We celebrate your relentless caring, not only with the gifts we offer, but with our voices and testimony. We want the world to see what it means to live in the light of your love and mercy. Help us to guide our lives in your way. In the name of Christ, our Rock and Redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 66:8-20)

Oraciones para ofrendar

Dios de poder y de misericordia, no nos has abandonado; Hemos sido probados y, sin embargo, sabemos que nunca hemos estado lejos de tu amor redentor. Celebramos tu infinito cuidado hacia nosotros, no solo con las ofrendas que ofrecemos, sino también con nuestras voces y testimonios. Queremos que el mundo vea lo que significa vivir a la luz de tu amor y misericordia. Ayúdanos a seguir en tu camino. En el nombre de Cristo, nuestra Roca y nuestro Redentor. Amén (Salmo 66:8-20).


Spanish translation provided by United Methodist Communications.

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