A declaration of HOPE  for 2008
 

With God’s help:

I affirm that in 2008, I intend to bring:      

H          Harmony in place of discord                               

O          Opportunities out of challenges              

P          Praise instead of criticism                                          

E          Encouragement to replace despair                            

We affirm that in our Church, 2008 will be a year of:

H          Holiness and wholeness

O          One purpose for many people

P          Prayer that leads to action

E          Everyone finding a place to belong

We pray that for our community, 2008 will be a year of:

H          Healing for those who are broken                        

O          Order where there is chaos                                         

P          Protection for the vulnerable                           

E          Enterprise for all                                          

We pray for our nation, that 2008 will be a year of:

H          Health of body, mind and spirit

O          Open-hearted attitudes

P          Passion for justice and mercy

E          Expectations and visions fulfilled

We pray that The God of all Hope will give us the faith and courage to live lives that will release HOPE this year.  I make this declaration and pray this prayer in the name of Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord.   

Amen.