In the aftermath of General Synod 2016, the RCA is buzzing with conversations in congregations, classes, regional synods and on social media. Questions are flooding in from Room for All supporters:
“What happened? What does this mean? What can I do? Are there worship resources that might help our congregation through this uncertain time?”
RfA has started this page as a resource center to address some of these questions, and will continue to add to it in the days ahead. If there are specific resources that might be helpful to your congregation or within your ministry context, please contact our Community Coordinator at cameron@roomforall.com.
- Prayer of Confession: Avril Hannah-Jones, minister in the Uniting Church in Australia and adapted by Rev. Bruce Cornwell for worship at the Community Reformed Church of Colonie, New York on June 19, 2016.
- Prayer by Rev. Daniel Carlson, First Reformed Church of Schenectady, New York on June 19, 2016:
“O God of compassion, we come to you amidst afflictions, divisions, suffering, and death. We are shocked, undone, heart -broken, and angry. Embrace us all in the abundant consolation of Christ our Lord. And in your mercy forgive our willful ignorance, isolating avoidance, debilitating fearfulness, and reactive rage. Lead us by the power of your Spirit to console, encourage, and seek the justice, peace, and life you intend. Amen.”