Rural Life Sunday

One special Sunday in May is set aside as Rural Life Sunday. On this day the heritage of the church is celebrated and communities are called to gather to celebrate by raising food and fiber. In addition, the ongoing crisis of life in the rural areas of the world are recognized.   

The date is set by an annual conference of the United Methodist Church. The date may honor individuals who have been stand out leaders in the rural church and community and often places on God's blessings upon the earth and its crops.

                                      O Lord, you have given us the gift of land.
May we ever protect and preserve it.

O Lord, you have given us the gift of water.
May we keep it pure and safe.

O Lord, you have given us the gift of air.
May we keep it pure and fresh.

O Lord, you have given us the gift of plants and trees.
May we ever use and protect them justly.

O Lord, you have given us the gift of birds and animals.
May we preserve and enjoy them.

O Lord, you have given us care of the earth.
O Lord, we accept the care of these gifts as our sacred stewardship.
Amen.

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