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First Sunday after Christmas

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 63:7-9
Galatians 4:4-7
Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23
Psalm 2

Supplemental Lectionary:

Hosea 11:1-7

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, in mercy you sent your one and only Son to take upon himself our human nature. By his gracious coming deliver us from the corruption of our sin and transform us into the likeness of his glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts. Alleluia. (Colossians 3:15a)

Hymn of the Day:
41 Let All Together Praise Our God

Color: White

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First Sunday after Christmas

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 61:10-62:3
Ephesians 1:3-6, 15-18
John 1:14-18
Psalm 148

Supplemental Lectionary:

Genesis 16:1-16

Ephesians 1:3-14

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, you have filled us with the new light of the Word who became flesh and lived among us. Let the light of our faith shine in all that we do; through your son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God Alleluia. (Psalm 98:3b)

Hymn of the Day:
34 Now Sing We, Now Rejoice

Color: White

The Epiphany of Our Lord

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 60:1-6
Ephesians 3:2-12
Matthew 2:1-12
Psalm 72

Prayer of the Day:

Lord God, by the leading of a star you once made known to the nations your one and only Son. Guide us, also, who know him now by faith, to come at last to the perfect joy of your heavenly glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him. Alleluia. (Matthew 2:2b)

Hymn of the Day:
79 How Lovely Shines the Morning Star

Color: White

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The Baptism of Our Lord

Lessons and Psalm:

Matthew 3:13-17

Isaiah 42:1-7

Acts 10:34-38

Psalm 45

Supplemental Lectionary: None

Prayer of the Day

Father in heaven, at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan you proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit. Keep us who are baptized into Christ faithful in our calling as your children and make us heirs with him of everlasting life; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day

Alleluia. You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased. Alleluia. (Mark 1:11b)

Hymn of the Day:

88 To Jordan Came the Christ, Our Lord

89 To Jordan’s River Came Our Lord

Color: White

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Second Sunday after the Epiphany

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 49:1-6
1 Corinthians 1:1-9
John 1:29-41
Psalm 89

Supplemental Lectionary:
Isaiah 49:1-7
Acts 13:38-49

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, you gave your one and only Son to be the light of the world. Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and believed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. He said to me, “You are my servant, in whom I will display my splendor.” Alleluia. (Isaiah 49:3)

Hymn of the Day:
86 The Only Son from Heaven

Color: Green

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6:00 - B Team (Grades 4-6)

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6:30 - B Team (Grades 4-6)
7:30 - A Team (Grades 6-8)

Third Sunday after the Epiphany

Lessons and Psalm:

Isaiah 9:1-4
1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Matthew 4:12-23

Psalm 27

Supplemental Lectionary:

Isaiah 8:19—9:2

1 John 2:3-11

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, you sent your Son to proclaim your kingdom and to teach with authority. Anoint us with the power of your Spirit that we, too, may bring good news to the afflicted, bind up the brokenhearted, and proclaim liberty to the captive; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching, preaching, and healing every disease. Alleluia. (Matthew 4:23)

Hymn of the Day:

85 O God from God, O Light from Light

Color: Green

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4:30 - B Team (Grades 4-6)
5:30 - A Team (Grades 6-8)

Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany

Lessons and Psalm:
Micah 6:1-8
1 Corinthians 1:26-31
Matthew 5:1-12
Psalm 1

Lessons and Psalm:
Daniel 3:13-27
Psalm 37

Prayer of the Day:

Lord God, you know that we are surrounded by many dangers and that we often stumble and fall. Strengthen us in body and mind, and bring us safely through all temptations; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord is on me; he has anointed me to preach good news. Alleluia. (Luke 4:18)

Hymn of the Day:
395 Seek Where You May to Find a Way

556 Rise, Shine, You People

Color: Green

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5:30 - A Team (Grades 6-8)

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Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany

Lessons and Psalm:

Isaiah 58:5-9a

1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Matthew 5:13-20

Psalm 111

Supplemental Lectionary:

Joshua 24:14-24

1 Peter 2:9-12

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, you sent your one and only Son as the Word of life for our eyes to see and our ears to hear. Help us to believe what the Scriptures proclaim about him and do the things that are pleasing in your sight; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” Alleluia. (John 8:12)

Hymn of the Day:

280 Thy Strong Word

Color: Green

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5:00 - A Team (Grades 6-8)

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Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany

Lessons and Psalm:

Deuteronomy 30:15-20

1 Corinthians 2:6-13

Matthew 5:21-37

Psalm 119a

Supplemental Lectionary:

2 Samuel 11:1-17, 26-27

1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Prayer of the Day:

Lord God, in mercy receive the prayers of your people. Grant them the wisdom to know the things that please you and the grace and power always to accomplish them; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Alleluia. (John 6:68)

Hymn of the Day:

283 Speak, O Savior; I Am Listening

Color: Green

Resurrection Players Scrimmage Against Each Other

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5:15 - B Team Good Shepherd vs. Jerusalem
6:15 - A Team Good Shepherd vs. Jerusalem

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Last Sunday after the Epiphany—The Transfiguration of Our Lord

Lessons and Psalm:
Exodus 24:12, 15-18
2 Peter 1:16-21
Matthew 17:1-9
Psalm 148

Supplemental Lectionary:
Psalm 110

Prayer of the Day:

Lord God, before the suffering and death of your one and only Son, you revealed his glory on the holy mountain. Grant that we who bear his cross on earth may behold by faith the light of his heavenly glory and so be changed into his likeness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. A voice came from the cloud: “This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!” Alleluia. (Mark 9:7b)

Hymn of the Day:

97 Down from the Mount of Glory

Color: White

Ash Wednesday

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 59:12-20
2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:2
Luke 18:9-14
Psalm 51a

Supplemental Lectionary:
Numbers 21:4-9
2 Corinthians 7:8-13a
Psalm 32

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty and merciful God, you never despise what you have made and always forgive those who turn to you. Create in us such new and contrite hearts that we may truly repent of our sins and obtain your full and gracious pardon; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Return to the Lord, your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love. (Joel 2:13)

Hymn of the Day:

396 In Adam We Have All Been One

Color: Black or Purple

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First Sunday in Lent

Lessons and Psalm:
Genesis 2:7-9, 15-17; 3:1-7
Romans 5:12-19
Matthew 4:1-11
Psalm 130

Supplemental Lectionary:
Genesis 3:1-15
Psalm 3

Prayer of the Day:

Lord our strength, the battle of good and evil rages within and around us, and our ancient foe tempts us with his deceits and empty promises. Keep us steadfast in your Word, and when we fall, raise us up again and restore us through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

It is written: “Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.” (Matthew 4:10b)

Hymn of the Day:
200, 201 A Mighty Fortress is Our God

Color: Purple

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Second Sunday in Lent

Lessons and Psalm:
Genesis 12:1-8
Romans 4:1-5, 13-17
John 4:5-26
Psalm 121

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, you see that we have no power to defend ourselves. Guard and keep us both outwardly and inwardly from all adversities that may happen to the body and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Jesus humbled himself and became obedient to death, even death on a cross. (Philippians 2:8b)

Hymn of the Day:
391 God Loved the World So that He Gave

Color: Purple

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Third Sunday in Lent

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 42:14-21
Ephesians 5:8-14
John 9:1-7, 13-17, 34-39
Psalm 143

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, look with favor on your humble servants and stretch out the right hand of your power to defend us against all our enemies; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the desert, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes in him may have eternal life. (John 3:14,15)

Hymn of the Day:
343 Christ is the World’s Light

Color: Purple

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Fourth Sunday in Lent

Lessons and Psalm:
Hosea 5:15—6:3
Romans 8:1-10
Matthew 20:17-28
Psalm 42-43

Supplemental Lectionary:
Genesis 37:1-11

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, we confess that we deserve to be punished for our evil deeds. But we ask you graciously to cleanse us from all sin and to comfort us with your salvation; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16)

Hymn of the Day:
486 Lord of Glory, You Have Bought Us or
437 I Trust, O Christ, in You Alone

Color: Purple

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Fifth Sunday in Lent

Lessons and Psalm:
Ezekiel 37:1-14
Romans 8:11-19
John 11:17-27, 38-45
Psalm 116

Supplemental Lectionary:
2 Kings 4:18-37

Prayer of the Day:

Eternal God and Father, help us to remember Jesus, who obeyed your will and bore the cross for our salvation that through his anguish, pain, and death we may receive forgiveness of sins and inherit eternal life; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. (Mark 10:45)

Hymn of the Day:
110 My Song Is Love Unknown

Color: Purple

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Sixth Sunday in Lent—Palm Sunday

Lessons and Psalm:
Zechariah 9:9, 10
Philippians 2:5-11
Matthew 21:1-11

Psalm 24

Prayer of the Day:

We praise you, O God, for the great acts of love by which you redeemed us through your Son, Jesus Christ. As he was acclaimed by those who scattered their garments and branches of palm in his path, so may we always hail him as our King and follow him with perfect confidence; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. (John 12:23)

Hymn of the Day:
132, 133 Ride On, Ride On in Majesty

Color: Purple

Maundy Thursday

Lessons and Psalm:
Exodus 12:1-14
1 Corinthians 11:23-28
John 13:1-15, 34
Psalm 116

Supplemental Lectionary:
Psalm 115

Prayer of the Day:

Lord Jesus Christ, in the sacrament of Holy Communion you give us your true body and blood as a remembrance of your suffering and death on a cross. Grant us so firmly to believe your words and promise that we may always partake of this sacrament to our eternal good; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

As often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. (1 Corinthians 11:26)

Hymn of the Day:
313 Jesus Christ, Our Blessed Savior

Color: Purple or White

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Good Friday

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 52:13--53:12
Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9
John 19:17-30
Psalm 22

Prayer of the Day:

God Most Holy, look with mercy on this your family for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed, be given over into the hands of the wicked, and suffer death upon the cross. Keep us always faithful to him, our only Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Surely he took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows, yet we considered him stricken by God, smitten by him, and afflicted. (Isaiah 53:4)

Hymn of the Day:
100 A Lamb Goes Uncomplaining Forth or
140 God Was There on Calvary

Color: Black

The Resurrection of Our Lord—Easter Dawn

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 12:1-6
1 Corinthians 15:51-57
John 20:1-18
Psalm 30

Prayer of the Day:

O God, you made the dawn of this most holy day shine with the glory of our Lord’s resurrection. Grant that we who have been raised from the death of sin by your life-giving Spirit may worship you in sincerity and truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Alleluia. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. Alleluia. (1 Corinthians 15:22)

Hymn of the Day:
144 Christ Is Arisen

Color: White or Gold

The Resurrection of Our Lord—Easter Day

Lessons and Psalm:
Jonah 2:2-9
Colossians 3:1-4
Matthew 28:1-10
Psalm 118

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, by the glorious resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ you conquered death and opened the gate to eternal life. Grant that we, who have been raised with him through baptism, may walk in the newness of life and ever rejoice in the hope of sharing his glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit be dominion and praise now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Alleluia. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia. This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Alleluia. (Psalm 118:24)

Hymn of the Day:
156 Awake, My Heart, with Gladness or
161 Christ Jesus Lay in Death’s Strong Bands

Color: White or Gold

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Second Sunday of Easter

Lessons and Psalm:
Acts 2:14a, 22-32
1 Peter 1:3-9
John 20:19-31
Psalm 16

Supplemental Lectionary:

Acts 10:34a, 36, 39-43

Prayer of the Day:

O risen Lord, you came to your disciples and took away their fears with your word of peace. Come to us also by your Word and sacrament, and banish our fears with the comforting assurance of your abiding presence; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Alleluia. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed. Alleluia. (John 20:29b)

Hymn of the Day:
165 O Sons and Daughters of the King

Color: White

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Third Sunday of Easter

Lessons and Psalm:
Acts 2:14a, 36-47
1 Peter 1:17-21
Luke 24:13-35
Psalm 67

Supplemental Lectionary:
Acts 24:10-21

Prayer of the Day:

O God, by the humiliation of your Son you lifted up this fallen world from the despair of death. By his resurrection to life, grant your faithful people gladness of heart and the hope of eternal joys; through your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Alleluia. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia. Our heart were burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us. Alleluia. (Luke 24:32)

Hymn of the Day:
160 This Joyful Eastertide

Color: White

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Fourth Sunday of Easter

Lessons and Psalm:
Acts 6:1-9; 7:2a, 51-60
1 Peter 2:19-25
John 10:1-10
Psalm 23

Supplemental Lectionary:

1 Samuel 17:34-37

Hebrews 13:20-21

Prayer of the Day:

O Lord Jesus Christ, you are the Good Shepherd who laid down your life for the sheep. Lead us now to the still waters of your life-giving Word that we may abide in your Father’s house forevermore; for you live and reign with him and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Alleluia. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia. I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me. Alleluia. (John 10:14)

Hymn of the Day:
375 The King of Love My Shepherd Is

Color: White

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Fifth Sunday of Easter

Lessons and Psalm:
Acts 17:1-12
1 Peter 2:4-10
John 14:1-12
Psalm 33

Supplemental Lectionary:

1 Kings 18:16-45

Prayer of the Day:

O God, you form the minds of your faithful people in to a single will. Make us love what you command and desire what you promise, that among the many changes of this world, our hearts may ever yearn for the lasting joys of heaven; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Alleluia. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia. I am the way, the truth, and the life, says the Lord. Alleluia. (John 14:6)

Hymn of the Day:
141 At the Lamb’s High Feast We Sing

Color: White

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Sixth Sunday of Easter

Lessons and Psalm:
Acts 17:22-31
1 Peter 3:15-22
John 14:15-21
Psalm 66

Supplemental Lectionary:
Genesis 4:1-16
1 John 3:13-18

Prayer of the Day:

Father of lights, every good and perfect gift comes from you. Inspire us to think those things that are true and long for those things that are good, that we may always make our petitions according to your gracious will; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Alleluia. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia. If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him. Alleluia. (John 14:23)

Hymn of the Day:
377 Dear Christians, One and All, Rejoice

Color: White

The Ascension of Our Lord

Lessons and Psalm:
Acts 1:1-11
Ephesians 1:16-23
Luke 24:44-53
Psalm 47

Supplemental Lectionary

Esther 6
Colossians 3:1-4
Psalm 110

Prayer of the Day:

Lord Jesus, King of glory, on this day you ascended far above the heavens and at God’s right hand you rule the nations. Leave us not alone, we pray, but grant us the Spirit of truth that at your command and by your power we may be your witnesses in all the world; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Alleluia. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia. Surely I will be with you always, to the very end of the age. Alleluia. (Matthew 28:20b)

Hymn of the Day:
173 On Christ’s Ascension I Now Build

Color: White

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Seventh Sunday of Easter

Lessons and Psalm:
Acts 1:1-14
1 Peter 4:12-17; 5:6-11
John 17:1-11a
Psalm 8

Supplemental Lectionary

1 Samuel 1:21-28
2 Corinthians 4:13-18
Psalm 124

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, your Son our Savior was taken up in glory and intercedes for us at your right hand. Through your living and abiding Word, give us hearts to know him and faith to follow where he has gone; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Alleluia. Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia. I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. Alleluia. (John 14:18)

Hymn of the Day:
359 Jesus, My Great High Priest

Color: White

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The Coming of the Holy Spirit—The Day of Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Joel 2:28, 29
Acts 2:1-21
John 16:5-11
Psalm 51b

Prayer of the Day:

Holy Spirit, God and Lord, come to us this joyful day with your sevenfold gift of grace. Rekindle in our hearts the holy fire of your love that in a true and living faith we may tell abroad the glory of our Savior, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Father, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful people, and kindle in them the fire of your love. Alleluia.

Hymn of the Day:
176 Come, Holy Ghost, God and Lord

Color: Red

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First Sunday after Pentecost—The Holy Trinity

Lessons and Psalm:
Genesis 1:1—2:3
2 Corinthians 13:11-14
Matthew 28:16-20
Psalm 150

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God and Father, dwelling in majesty and mystery, filling and renewing all creation by your eternal Spirit, and manifesting your saving grace through our Lord Jesus Christ: in mercy cleanse our hearts and lips that, free from doubt and fear, we may ever worship you, one true immortal God, with your Son and the Holy Spirit, living and reigning, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory. Alleluia. (Isaiah 6:3b)

Hymn of the Day:
177, 178 Come, Holy Ghost, Creator Blest

Color: White

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Second Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Deuteronomy 11:18-21, 26-28
Romans 3:21-25a, 27, 28
Matthew 7:15-29
Psalm 78

Supplemental Lectionary:

1 Kings 22:10-28
2 Peter 1:20—2:3

Prayer of the Day:

O God, you rule over all things in wisdom and kindness. Take away everything that may be harmful and give us whatever is good; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path. Alleluia. (Psalm 119:105)

Hymn of the Day:
190 We Now Implore God the Holy Ghost

Color: Green

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Third Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Hosea 5:15—6:6
Romans 4:18-25
Matthew 9:9-13
Psalm 119c

Supplemental Lectionary:

Exodus 3:1-15
1 Timothy 1:12-15

Prayer of the Day:

O God, the strength of all who trust in you, mercifully hear our prayers. Be gracious to us in our weakness and give us strength to keep your commandments in all we say and do; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. Alleluia. (2 Corinthians 5:19)

Hymn of the Day:
596 Let Me Be Yours Forever

Color: Green

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Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Exodus 19:2-8a
Romans 5:6-11
Matthew 9:35—10:8
Psalm 100

Supplemental Lectionary:

Numbers 27:15-23

2 Thessalonians 2:16—3:5

Prayer of the Day:

O God, protector of all the faithful, you alone make strong; you alone make holy. Show us your mercy and forgive our sins day by day. Guide us through our earthly lives that we do not lose the things you have prepared for us in heaven; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. May your priests be clothed with righteousness; may your saints sing for joy. Alleluia. (Psalm 132:9)

Hymn of the Day:
346 In You is Gladness or
576 Spread, Oh, Spread, the Mighty Word

Color: Green

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Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Jeremiah 20:7-13
Romans 5:12-15
Matthew 10:24-33
Psalm 31

Supplemental Lectionary:

Jeremiah 19:14—20:6
Acts 23:1-11

Prayer of the Day:

O Lord, our God, govern the nations on earth and direct the affairs of this world so that your Church may worship you in peace and joy; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Because we are his children, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba! Father!” Alleluia. (Galatians 4:6)

Hymn of the Day:
188 Creator Spirit, by Whose Aid

Color: Green

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Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Jeremiah 28:5-9
Romans 6:1b-11
Matthew 10:34-42
Psalm 89

Supplemental Lectionary:

Exodus 32:15-29
1 John 2:15-17

Prayer of the Day:

O God, you have prepared joys beyond understanding for those who love you. Pour into our hearts such love for you that, loving you above all things, we may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. Alleluia. (Mark 8:34b)

Hymn of the Day:
453 Come, Follow Me, the Savior Spoke

Color: Green

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Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Exodus 33:12-23
Romans 7:15-25a
Matthew 11:25-30
Psalm 145

Supplemental Lectionary:

Joshua 23:1-11
Hebrews 4:1-11

Prayer of the Day:

God of all power and might, you are the giver of all that is good. Help us love you with all our heart, strengthen us in true faith, provide us with all we need, and keep us safe in your care; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Happy are they who hear the Word, hold it fast in an honest and good heart, and bring forth fruit with patience. Alleluia. (Luke 8:15)

Hymn of the Day:
419 If God Himself Be for Me

Color: Green

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Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 55:10, 11
Romans 8:18-25
Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
Psalm 65

Supplemental Lectionary:

Isaiah 55:10-13
Acts 18:1-11

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, we thank you for planting in us the seed of your Word. By your Holy Spirit help us to receive it with joy and to bring forth fruits in faith and hope and love; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. The Word is very near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart so you may obey it. Alleluia. (Deuteronomy 30:14)

Hymn of the Day:
574 May God Bestow on Us His Grace
324 Almighty God, Your Word is Cast

Color: Green

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Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Joel 3:12-16
Romans 8:26, 27
Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43
Psalm 18

Supplemental Lectionary:

1 Peter 4:1-8

Prayer of the Day:

Grant us, Lord, the spirit to think and do what is right that we, who cannot do anything that is good without you, may by your help be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ, you Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. My Word will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it. Alleluia. (Isaiah 55:11b)

Hymn of the Day:
541 Lord Jesus Christ, with Us Abide

Color: Green

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Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
1 Kings 3:5-12
Romans 8:28-30
Matthew 13:44-52
Psalm 119b

Supplemental Lectionary:

1 Timothy 6:17-21

Prayer of the Day:

O Lord, your ears are always open to the prayers of your humble servants, who come to you in Jesus’ name. Teach us always to ask according to your will that we may never fail to obtain the blessings you have promised; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Alleluia. (John 6:68)

Hymn of the Day:

418 My God Will Never Leave Me

Color: Green

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Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 55:1-5
Romans 8:35-39
Matthew 14:13-21
Psalm 42-43

Supplemental Lectionary:

Genesis 41:41-49
1 Timothy 4:4-5

Prayer of the Day:

O God, you reveal your mighty power chiefly in showing mercy and kindness. Grant us the full measure of your grace that we may obtain your promises and become partakers of your heavenly glory; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Jesus replied, “If anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching. My Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him.” Alleluia. (John 14:23)

Hymn of the Day:
349 Jesus, Priceless Treasure

Color: Green

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Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
1 Kings 19:9-18
Romans 9:1-5
Matthew 14:22-33
Psalm 73

Supplemental Lectionary:

Exodus 14:10-31
James 1:2-8, 12

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve. Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. Alleluia. (Hebrews 11:1)

Hymn of the Day:
384 By Grace I’m Saved or
379 Amazing Grace—How Sweet the Sound

Color: Green

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Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 56:1, 6-8
Romans 11:13-15, 28-32
Matthew 15:21-28
Psalm 133-134

Supplemental Lectionary:

Joshua 2:8-21

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your gift of grace that we come into your presence and offer true and faithful service. Grant that our worship on earth may always be pleasing to you, and in the life to come give us the fulfillment of what you have promised; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. The Word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, discerning thoughts and intentions of the heart. Alleluia. (Hebrews 4:12)

Hymn of the Day:
413 When in the Hour of Utmost Need

Color: Green

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Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Exodus 6:2-8
Romans 11:33-36
Matthew 16:13-20
Psalm 34

Supplemental Lectionary:

Joshua 4:1-9
Revelation 7:1-8

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty and everlasting God, give us an increase of faith, hope, and love; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Jesus Christ has destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. Alleluia. (1Timothy 1:10b)

Hymn of the Day:
536 Lord Jesus Christ, the Church’s Head

Color: Green

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Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Jeremiah 15:15-21
Romans 12:1-8
Matthew 16:21-26
Psalm 121

Supplemental Lectionary:

Judges 16:22-31
Galatians 6:12-16

Prayer of the Day:

O Lord Jesus Christ, preserve the congregation of believers with your never-failing mercy. Help us avoid whatever is wicked and harmful, and guide us in the way that leads to our salvation; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Your words became a joy to me, and the delight of my heart. Alleluia. (Jeremiah 15:16 cf. RSV)

Hymn of the Day:
465 Jesus, I My Cross Have Taken

Color: Green

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Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Ezekiel 33:7-11
Romans 13:1-10
Matthew 18:15-20
Psalm 51a

Supplemental Lectionary:

Galatians 2:11-21

Prayer of the Day:

Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Alleluia. (Philippians 4:4)

Hymn of the Day:
304 Jesus Sinners Does Receive or
521 Lord of All Nations, Grant Me Grace

Color: Green

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Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Genesis 50:15-21
Romans 14:5-9
Matthew 18:21-35
Psalm 103

Supplemental Lectionary:

Ephesians 4:29—5:2

Prayer of the Day:

Lord, we pray that your mercy and grace may always go before and follow after us that, loving you with undivided hearts, we may be ready for every good and useful work; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. Alleluia. (Romans 15:4)

Hymn of the Day:
493 Forgive Our Sins as We Forgive

Color: Green

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Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 55:6-9
Philippians 1:18b-27
Matthew 20:1-16
Psalm 27

Supplemental Lectionary:

Jonah 4:5-11
Romans 9:6b-16

Prayer of the Day:

Lord God, you call us to work in your kingdom and leave no one standing idle. Help us to order our lives by your wisdom and to serve you in willing obedience; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Alleluia. (2 Corinthians 12:9a)

Hymn of the Day:
390 Salvation unto Us Has Come

Color: Green

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Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32
Philippians 2:1 -11
Matthew 21:28-32
Psalm 25

Supplemental Lectionary:

2 Corinthians 13:5-8

Prayer of the Day:

Mercifully grant, O God, that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts, for without your help we are unable to please you; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. At the name of Jesus every knee shall bow, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Alleluia. (Philippians 2:10,11)

Hymn of the Day:
306 Before You, God, the Judge of All

Color: Green

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Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 5:1-7
Philippians 3:12-21
Matthew 21:33-43
Psalm 118

Supplemental Lectionary:
2 Kings 21:1-15
2 Corinthians 6:1-13

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, in your bountiful goodness keep us safe from every evil of body and soul. Make us ready, with cheerful hearts, to do whatever pleases you; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. I will proclaim your name to my people; in the midst of the congregation I will praise you. Alleluia. (Hebrews 2:12)

Hymn of the Day:
203 Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word

Color: Green

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Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost

Lessons and Psalm

Matthew 22:1-14
Isaiah 25:6-9
Philippians 4:4-13
Psalm: 23

Supplemental Lectionary

2 Chronicles 30:1-5,10-22
Romans 11:1-10

Prayer of the Day
Grant, O merciful Lord, to your faithful people pardon and peace that they may be cleansed from all their sins and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day
Alleluia. This is the Lord, we trusted in him; let us rejoice and be glad in his salvation. Alleluia. (Isaiah 25:9b)

Hymn of the Day
335 O Kingly Love, that Faithfully
376 Jesus, Your Blood and Righteousness

Color: Green

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First Sunday of End Time—Reformation Sunday

Lessons and Psalm:
Daniel 6:10-12,16-23
Galatians 5:1-6
Matthew 10:16-23
Psalm 46

Supplemental Lectionary:

2 Timothy 4:9-18

Prayer of the Day:

Gracious Lord, our refuge and strength, pour out your Holy Spirit on your faithful people. Keep them steadfast in your Word, protect and comfort them in all temptations, defend them against all their enemies, and bestow on the Church your saving peace; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. If you continue in my Word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free. Alleluia. (John 8:31,32)

Hymn of the Day:
200, 201 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

Color: Red

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Second Sunday of End Time—Last Judgment

Lessons and Psalm:
Daniel 7:9, 10
1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
Matthew 25:31-46
Psalm 90

Supplemental Lectionary:

Romans 2:2-11

Prayer of the Day:

Lord God Almighty, so rule and govern our hearts and minds by your Holy Spirit that we may always look forward to the end of this present evil age and to the day of your righteous judgment. Keep us steadfast in true and living faith and present us at last holy and blameless before you; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Watch, therefore, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming. Alleluia. (Matthew 24:42)

Hymn of the Day:
209 Day of Wrath, Oh, Day of Mourning

Color: Red

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Third Sunday of End Time—Saints Triumphant

Lessons and Psalm:
Isaiah 52:1-6
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Matthew 25:1-13
Psalm 84

Supplemental Lectionary:

Ezekiel 37:15-28

Revelation 19:1-19

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God and Savior, you have set the final day and hour when we shall be delivered from this world of sin and death. Keep us ever watchful for the coming of your Son that we may sit with him and all your holy ones at the marriage feast in heaven; through your Son, Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. They are before the throne of God and serve him day and night in his temple. Alleluia. (Revelation 7:15a)

Hymn of the Day:
206 Wake, Awake, for Night Is Flying

Color: White

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Last Sunday of End Time—Christ the King

Lessons and Psalm:
Ezekiel 34:11-16, 23, 24
1 Corinthians 15:20-28
Matthew 27:27-31
Psalm 47

Prayer of the Day:

Lord Jesus Christ, by your victory you have broken the power of the evil one. Fill our hearts with joy and peace as we look with hope to that day when every creature in heaven and earth will acclaim you King of kings and Lord of lords to your unending praise and glory; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. I am the Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End. Alleluia. (Revelation 22:13)

Hymn of the Day:
217 The Head that Once Was Crowned

Color: White

Thanksgiving Day

Lessons and Psalm:
Deuteronomy 8:10-18
Philippians 4:10-20
Luke 17:11-19
Psalm 100

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God our Father, your generous goodness comes to us new everyday. By the work of your Spirit lead us to acknowledge your goodness, give thanks for your benefits, and serve you in willing obedience; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever. Alleluia. (Psalm 136:1)

Color: White

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First Sunday in Advent

Lessons and Psalm:

Isaiah 63:16b,17; 64:1-8

1 Corinthians 1:3-9

Mark 13:32-37

Psalm 24

Supplemental Lectionary:

Genesis 6:1-3, 5-14, 17-22

1 Peter 3:18-22

Prayer of the Day:

Stir up your power, O Lord, and come. Protect us by your strength and save us from the threatening dangers of our sins; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. He who testifies to these things says, “Yes, I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus. Alleluia. (Revelation 22:20)

Hymn of the Day:

2 Savior of the Nations, Come

Color: Blue or Purple

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Second Sunday in Advent

Lessons and Psalm:

Isaiah 40:1-11

2 Peter 3:8-14

Mark 1:1-8

Psalm 85

Supplemental Lectionary:

Psalm 14

Prayer of the Day:

Stir up our hearts, O Lord, to prepare the way for your only Son. By his coming give us strength in our conflicts and shed light on our path through the darkness of this world; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him. All mankind will see God’s salvation. Alleluia. (Luke 3:4,6)

Hymn of the Day:

16 On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry

Color: Blue or Purple

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Third Sunday in Advent

Lessons and Psalm:

Isaiah 61:1-3, 10, 11

1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

John 1:6-8, 19-28

Psalm 71

Supplemental Lectionary:

Malachi 4:1-6

Prayer of the Day:

Hear our prayers, Lord Jesus Christ, and come with the good news of your mighty deliverance. Drive the darkness from our hearts and fill us with your light; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you. Alleluia. (Matthew 11:10)

Hymn of the Day:

14 Arise, O Christian People

Color: Blue or Purple

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Fourth Sunday in Advent

Lessons and Psalm:

2 Samuel 7:8-16

Romans 16:25-27

Luke 1:26-38

Psalm 89

Supplemental Lectionary:

Prayer of the Day:

Stir up your power, O Lord, and come. Take away the burden of our sins and make us ready for the celebration of your birth, that we may receive you in joy and serve you always; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel. Alleluia. (Matthew 1:23)

Hymn of the Day:

23 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

Color: Blue or Purple

The Nativity of Our Lord—Christmas Eve

Lessons and Psalm:

Isaiah 9:2-7

Titus 2:11-14

Luke 2:1-20

Psalm 96

Supplemental Lectionary:

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true light. Grant that as we have known on earth the wonder of that light, we may also behold him in all his glory in the life to come; through your only Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. Alleluia. (Luke 2:11)

Hymn of the Day:

38 From Heaven Above to Earth I Come or

37 Once Again My Heart Rejoices

Color: White

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The Nativity of Our Lord—Christmas Day

Lessons and Psalm:

Isaiah 52:7-10

Hebrews 1:1-9

John 1:1-14

Psalm 98

Supplemental Lectionary:

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, grant that the birth of your one and only Son in the flesh may set us free from our old bondage under the yoke of sin; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. When the time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under law, to redeem those under law. Alleluia. (Galatians 4:4,5a)

Hymn of the Day:

35 Of the Father’s Love Begotten or

33 All Praise to You, Eternal God

Color: White

First Sunday after Christmas

Lessons and Psalm:

Isaiah 45:20-25

Colossians 3:12-17

Luke 2:25-40

Psalm 111

Supplemental Lectionary:

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, in mercy you sent your one and only Son to take upon himself our human nature. By his gracious coming deliver us from the corruption of our sin and transform us into the likeness of his glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts. Alleluia. (Colossians 3:15a)

Hymn of the Day:

41 Let All Together Praise Our God or

269 In Peace and Joy I Now Depart

Color: White

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Second Sunday after Christmas

Lessons and Psalm:

Micah 5:2-5a

Hebrews 2:10-18

John 7:40-43

Psalm 148

Supplemental Lectionary:

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, you have filled us with the new light of the Word who became flesh and lived among us. Let the light of our faith shine in all that we do; through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God. Alleluia. (Psalm 98:3b)

Hymn of the Day:

34 Now Sing We, Now Rejoice

Color: White

The Epiphany of Our Lord

Lessons and Psalm:

Isaiah 60:1-6

Ephesians 3:2-12

Matthew 2:1-12

Psalm 72

Supplemental Lectionary:

Ruth 4:13-17

Prayer of the Day:

Lord God, by the leading of a star you once made known to the nations your one and only Son. Guide us, also, who know him now by faith, to come at last to the perfect joy of your heavenly glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him. Alleluia. (Matthew 2:2b)

Hymn of the Day:

79 How Lovely Shines the Morning Star

Color: White

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First Sunday after the Epiphany—The Baptism of Our Lord

Lessons and Psalm:

Isaiah 49:1-6

Acts 16:25-34

Mark 1:4-11

Psalm 2

Supplemental Lectionary:

Prayer of the Day:

Father in heaven, at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan you proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit. Keep us who are baptized into Christ faithful in our calling as your children and make us heirs with him of everlasting life; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased. Alleluia. (Mark 1:11b)

Hymn of the Day:

89 To Jordan’s River Came Our Lord or

88 To Jordan Came the Christ, Our Lord

Color: White

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Second Sunday after the Epiphany

Lessons and Psalm:

1 Samuel 3:1-10

1 Corinthians 6:12-20

John 1:43-51

Psalm 67

Supplemental Lectionary:

2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

Prayer of the Day:

Almighty God, you gave your one and only Son to be the light of the world. Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and believed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:

Alleluia. He said to me, “You are my servant, in whom I will display my splendor.” Alleluia. (Isaiah 49:3)

Hymn of the Day:

86 The Only Son from Heaven

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