Modern Creeds

I believe in the God of Easter morning

Who awakes us from our darkest dreams

And leads us into the light of a new day,

Who meets our pessimism

With stunning hope 

Of angelic proclamation. 

I believe in the God of Easter Day 

Who beats us to the obstacles in our lives

And empties the dark tomb for us;

Who appears in surprising ways

 When we least expect it;

Walking with us

On our detours.  

I believe in the God of Easter evening

Who breaks into our closets and prisons,

Bringing peace and crushing our fear.

I believe in the risen Lord who meets us

 with wounds on his hands and feet;

Who grants us his spirit,

Sending us out 

To bring Shalom to the world.

Amen.

We believe in the God who provides for our every need,

Who has an answer to our deepest questions,

And a purpose for us in life.

Today we praise God the provider.

We believe in Jesus Christ, our holy brother,

Who stands by our side when light turns into darkness,

Who suffers our pain and turns it into a blessing.

For the presence of Christ in our lives,

We praise God the provider.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the breath of life,

Who inspires us when our spirits are dried up,

Who creates something new when old structures crumble.

For the spirit of hope and renewal,

We praise God the provider.

Amen.