The Cheviot BeneficeMORNING Worship for the3rd Sunday of Lent PreparationGrace, mercy and peace from God our Father,the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit be with you: and also with you.Wise GodJealous and holyYour love brings us truthWise GodJust and joyfulYour Stories bring us hopeWise GodWakeful and surprisingYour breath brings us lifeHymn - I heard the voice of Jesus sayForgiveness.As we continue our Lenten journey, we take time to consider those moments we turn away from the things we find difficult - when challenged, the ways in which we lack the courage our faith promises to reward. We confess now those times we lack prophetic strength and resolve.When we ignore injustice,when we turn away from exploitation and greed Lord, let us seek out your love and mercy.When we forget the poor, the dispossessed and the lonelyLord, let us seek out your love and mercy.When we collude with the money changers, those who exploit the poorLord, let us seek out your love and mercy.When we lack the courage to speak out your loving truthLord, let us seek our your love and mercy. May the God of love and powerforgive us and free us from our sins,heal and strengthen us by the Spirit,and raise us to new life in Christ our Lord.The Collect for the DayAmen.A readings from the Bible; Exodus 20.1-171 Corinthians 1.18-25followed by a Hymn - In heavenly love abiding The Gospel for the Day; John 2.13-22A Short TalkWe declare what we believe:With the whole Church:We affirm that we are made in God’s image,befriended by Christ, empowered by the Spirit.With people everywhere:We affirm God’s goodness at the heart of creation, planted more deeply than all that is wrong.With all Creation:We celebrate the miracle and wonder of life,the unfolding purposes of God, forever at work in ourselves and in the world. Amen Prayers for others, ending with the Lord’s Prayer, Our Father in heaven .........Short ReflectionClosing ResponsesTeach us truth gladden our hearts,Circle us with loveTrust us with justice, sweeten our daysCircle us with loveKeep us holy, give light to our eyesCircle us with loveThe PeacePeace to you from God our heavenly Father; Peace from his Son Jesus Christ who is our peace. Peace from the Holy Spirit, the life-giver; The peace of the Triune God be always with you.And also with you.Let us offer one another a sign of peace.Final BlessingGo with confidence into the days ahead, trusting in God’s unfailing love and faithfulness. God will not abandon you, for you are thework of His hands - God’s own creation -whose love endures forever.Amen.© The Archbishops' Council of the Church of England, 2000-2005 © Wild Goose Publications - Chris Polhill and Ruth Burgess 2004 © 2015 The Northumbria Community TrustCCL no 7447