UCC STATEMENT OF FAITH: A DOXOLOGY

We believe in you, O God, Eternal Spirit
 God of our Savior Jesus Christ and our God
 and to your deeds we testify;
 You call the worlds into being,
 create persons in your own image,
 and set before each one the ways of life and death
 You seek in holy love to save all people from
 aimlessness and sin.
 You judge people and nations by your righteous will
 declared through prophets and apostles.

In Jesus Christ, the man of Nazareth, our crucified
 and risen Savior,
 you have come to us and shared our common lot
 conquering sin and death
 and reconciling the world to yourself.

You bestow upon us your Holy Spirit,
 creating and renewing the church of Jesus Christ
 binding in covenant faithful people of all ages,
 tongues and races.

You call us into your church
 to accept the cost and joy of discipleship
 to be your servants in the service of others
 to proclaim the gospel to all the world
 and resist the powers of evil,
 to share in Christ's baptism and eat at his table,
 to join him in his passion and victory.

You promise to all who trust you,
 forgiveness of sins and fullness of grace,
 courage in the struggle for justice and peace,
 your presence in trial and rejoicing
 and eternal life in your realm which has no end.

 Blessing and honor, glory and power be unto you.
 Amen