Here We Are 

Leader: O God, here we are, in this space made sacred by the power of love and community. 

             Here we are. 

People: We are not so sure about the “we” part. Who are we who stand on holy ground?

Leader:  Are we consumers, controllers? Helpless, fearful, disempowered?
              Are we lovers, hope-bearers, seekers? Ordinary folks of spirit, energy, and beauty?

People:  We repeat: Who are we who stand on holy ground?

Leader: We are children of God, called to redefine ourselves as one within the community of all              
              life, sharing sacred space with all your beloved children of all species and types.

People:  Don’t let us forget that, O God. In our work and worship, in our lives outside the doors
              of your church, don’t let us forget that we are all connected. That we are, in truth, one
              Body.

All:        Here we are, O God, in this space made sacred by the power of love and community.
              Put us to work!