Litany Of Freedom
Worship
18 SPECIAL WORSHIP CELEBRATIONS
Worship Services For Congregational Use
Memorial Day Observance
Introductory Comments:
(May or may not be printed on insert. If used, bulletin will be two--sided. If eliminated, bulletin will be one--sided.)
L: Since its establishment on May 30, 1868, Memorial Day has been a time set aside to remember those who have died in service to our nation. Wars and military conflicts have been a part of our nation's history and the world's problems. The Civil War, the World Wars, the Korean Conflict, Viet Nam and Desert Storm have all left their mark upon our nation.
Our Lord said in Matthew 24:6--8, ''And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars; see that you are not alarmed; for this must take place, but the end is not yet. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and there will be famines and earthquakes in various places; all this is but the beginning of the birthpangs.''
God does not cause wars to happen. Self--interest, greed, and other sins enter into the hearts of nations and rulers. The result is conflict. God is grieved when this happens. He mourns the loss of those who fall in battle. Let us now take time to remember those loved ones who have given their lives for the freedoms which we as a nation now enjoy.
Litany Of Freedom
L: Almighty God, we praise you for the freedom we know in this United States of America.
C: Remember those who gave their lives that we might keep this freedom.
L: Precious Lord, comfort all who grieve for those who died serving this country during armed conflicts.
C: Remember those serving in the armed forces around the world who uphold that freedom.
L: Great Redeemer, thank you for protecting our troops serving in dangerous war zones.
C: Remember those still stationed in the territories of unrest.
L: For your great love and sacrifice,
C: We praise you Lord.
L: For the comfort we find in the knowledge that you are in control of the world,
C: We praise you Lord.
L: For the end of the war and the reign of peace,
C: We praise you Lord.
L: For freedom's privilege and blessing,
C: We praise you Lord.
L: Let us pray. Jesus, thank you for the sacrifice you gave us in your death and resurrection purchasing for us true freedom from sin and death. Lord in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
L: Be with our nation as we honor those who have died for its freedom. Lord in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
L: Be with our president, the leaders of our government, those in charge of our military, and all who work to maintain peace in our world. Lord in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
L: Give wisdom and discernment in all policy--making and enable those seeking peace to work together so harmony can come to a world in disorder. Lord in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
L: Protect us and keep us in your care until you come again to restore us to everlasting peace.
C: Amen. Come soon, Lord Jesus.
Introductory Comments:
(May or may not be printed on insert. If used, bulletin will be two--sided. If eliminated, bulletin will be one--sided.)
L: Since its establishment on May 30, 1868, Memorial Day has been a time set aside to remember those who have died in service to our nation. Wars and military conflicts have been a part of our nation's history and the world's problems. The Civil War, the World Wars, the Korean Conflict, Viet Nam and Desert Storm have all left their mark upon our nation.
Our Lord said in Matthew 24:6--8, ''And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars; see that you are not alarmed; for this must take place, but the end is not yet. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and there will be famines and earthquakes in various places; all this is but the beginning of the birthpangs.''
God does not cause wars to happen. Self--interest, greed, and other sins enter into the hearts of nations and rulers. The result is conflict. God is grieved when this happens. He mourns the loss of those who fall in battle. Let us now take time to remember those loved ones who have given their lives for the freedoms which we as a nation now enjoy.
Litany Of Freedom
L: Almighty God, we praise you for the freedom we know in this United States of America.
C: Remember those who gave their lives that we might keep this freedom.
L: Precious Lord, comfort all who grieve for those who died serving this country during armed conflicts.
C: Remember those serving in the armed forces around the world who uphold that freedom.
L: Great Redeemer, thank you for protecting our troops serving in dangerous war zones.
C: Remember those still stationed in the territories of unrest.
L: For your great love and sacrifice,
C: We praise you Lord.
L: For the comfort we find in the knowledge that you are in control of the world,
C: We praise you Lord.
L: For the end of the war and the reign of peace,
C: We praise you Lord.
L: For freedom's privilege and blessing,
C: We praise you Lord.
L: Let us pray. Jesus, thank you for the sacrifice you gave us in your death and resurrection purchasing for us true freedom from sin and death. Lord in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
L: Be with our nation as we honor those who have died for its freedom. Lord in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
L: Be with our president, the leaders of our government, those in charge of our military, and all who work to maintain peace in our world. Lord in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
L: Give wisdom and discernment in all policy--making and enable those seeking peace to work together so harmony can come to a world in disorder. Lord in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
L: Protect us and keep us in your care until you come again to restore us to everlasting peace.
C: Amen. Come soon, Lord Jesus.
