Open a bible, light a candle beside it, and gather your group. Place a church bulletin on the table. Consider briefly: What does belonging to my parish community mean to me? What questions does being a churchgoer raise for me? Name your feelings aloud, and state any questions you have. Pray together:
LEADER: Holy God, our sustainer, direct our steps in our everyday efforts.
ALL: May the changing moods of our human hearts never blind us to you, the source of every good.
LEADER: Faith gives us the promise of peace and makes known the demands of love.
ALL: Remove the selfishness that blurs the vision of faith. Sustain us in serving others. Amen.
