This litany of confession originally appeared in "Amazing Love—Advent 1: God's Love Rejected."
Advent Litany of Confession
In this Advent season of waiting on the Lord,
we trust the Lord’s goodness. We rely on God’s mercy. We find shelter in God’s steadfast love.
In this Advent season of waiting on the Lord,
we walk in the Lord’s way. We follow God’s example of love. We keep our covenant promises.
In this Advent season of waiting,
Lord, forget our sins. Remember your love. Remember each one of us. Remember your people everywhere.
In this Advent season of waiting,
Lord, we wait for your salvation. We wait for your leading. We wait for your coming.
—based on Psalm 25:1–10
Prayer of Confession
O Lord, forgive our sins, even though they are great. We come before you, knowing that we have failed to follow you. Lord, turn to us and be gracious to us, for without you we are lonely and distressed. We look to you for refuge, because our hope is in you.
—based on Psalm 25:11–22
Revised Common Lectionary
Year C: Advent—First Sunday of Advent
