Pentecost Benediction

Ryan wrote this benediction for our congregation. I wanted to share this on the blog of course because I hope that all readers would receive this good word, and also because the Thanksgiving benediction from a couple years ago has been used by many; therefore, I am creating a new label for benedictions. If you are reading this and happen to also be in a position of church leadership, feel free borrow and if you would like to share something you have written, you can leave yours as a comment.
Receive now this benediction:

May the love of God create in you new life.

May the power of God transform your old habits into new hope.

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May the Spirit of God grant you wisdom and vision, emboldening you to proclaim the good news of God’s love to all. 

Amen.

thanksgiving benediction

In light of tomorrow's sermon and the season in general, I wanted to share with you the closing benediction for Adamsville Presbyterian Church in the morning. Maybe on Monday I'll write about the sermon. I must also confess I "borrowed" the meat of the benediction from Joe Shere pastor of Mount Joy Mennonite Church (it's amazing what google can do).

May the Lord bless you and keep you, May He make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you.

May the eyes of your heart be open to all the blessings which surround you; may this awareness produce a harvest of generosity in your spirit.

May thankfulness rise up within you, not just during this short season, but day after day, from the early morning watch until you retire for the night.

May your prayers reflect gratitude, while also acknowledging the needs of others whose situations are so drastically different.

May thoughts of Jesus fill your mind, and thanksgiving be your response.