Opening Litany based on Psalm 23

Pastor: There are times when we seem almost deaf to the blessings that surround us. In the midst of our fear, our pain, our complacency, we choose not to see the blessings in our lives, we choose not to hear the calling of our Lord.  And then something happens and without the ability to fix it on our own, we start to hear the voice of God that has been there all along. 

Congregation: The LORD is our shepherd, we shall not be in want for the Lord makes us lie down in green pastures, and leads me beside quiet waters. The Lord restores my soul and guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Pastor: Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for the Lord is with me; The Lord’s guidance comforts me.

Congregation: For the Lord prepares a table before us in the presence of those who would harm us. The Lord provides us with all we need and our cup of blessing overflows.

Pastor: Surely goodness and love will follow us all the days of my lives,

Congregation: And we will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.