Place a Fourth of July symbol near an open bible and lighted candle at the center of your group. Take off your shoes and place them surrounding the bible and candle. Put your billfolds and purses with the shoes.
LEADER: It was for freedom that Christ freed us. So stand firm, and do not take on the yoke of slavery.
ALL: We remember we have been called to live in freedom.
LEADER: The whole law has its fulfillment in this one saying, “Love your neighbor as yourself.”
ALL: We remember we have been called to live in freedom.
LEADER: Out of love place yourselves at one another’s service.
ALL: Peace and mercy on all who follow this rule of life.