We begin, therefore, by reciting a single verse, Romans 15:7.

Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. This is the word of God. Amen.

Welcome Home!

Hospitality is kind of a big deal around here. We begin every worship service with a call and response. I stand up in front of the congregation and say “Welcome Home!” And the congregation responds “It’s good to be home!” But here’s the thing. It’s not “OUR” house. It’s GOD’s house. God welcomes each one of us as strangers and sinners, guests and travelers. We are welcome because of who God is, revealed in Christ Jesus. And because each of us has been welcomed by God’s grace, we seek to extend that same welcome to one another. Welcome home. It’s GOOD to be home.