Call to Worship: Psalm 85

Here’s a call to worship based on Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13. It was written by Joan Stott.

Call to Worship Prayer Litany
(based on Psalm 85: 1-2, 8-13)

Peace-loving and peace-giving God, you bless
us with your unfailing and unconditional love:
We come to worship and praise our loving God,
and rejoice in God’s tender mercy towards us.


Generous God, you pour blessings and grace
upon us, forgiving us for our sin and shame:
We come to worship and honour our merciful God,
and rejoice in the wonder of forgiven and forgotten sin.


Holy God, in the beauty of your shalom, and in
the glory of your presence, all barriers are lowered:
We come to worship and revere our glorious God,
who enriches the lives of God’s own people and
speaks peace into the hearts of all faithful people. Amen. 

~ Joan Stott, posted on the Geelong City Parish UCA website.  If used in shared worship, please provide an acknowledgement as follows:  © 2011 Joan Stott – "The Timeless Psalms" RCL Psalm Year B, used with permission.