Year C, 2009-2010

Church Year Calendar and Propers for Sundays, Principal and Lesser Festivals

 
This Church Year Calendar and Propers uses the Revised Common Lectionary as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006). This version includes additional readings for a number of festivals and occasions, as well as the church year calendar and terminology from Evangelical Lutheran Worship. Two series of readings are provided for the Time after Pentecost. The complimentary series provides Old Testament readings and psalms chosen for their relationship to the gospels. The semicontinuous series provides Old Testament readings and psalms that, while not as explicitly connected to the gospels, explore many of the books and stories not covered by the complimentary series.

* Lesser festivals and occasions are listed in red.
* Scripture references are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible.
* The appointed psalm refrain is from the verse in parentheses.


First Sunday of Advent

November 29, 2009
Jeremiah 33:14-16
Psalm 25:1-10 (1)
1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
Luke 21:25-36
 
Prayer of the Day
Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. By your merciful protection alert us to the threatening dangers of our sins, and redeem us for your life of justice, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Stand up and | raise your heads--
your redemption is | drawing near. Alleluia. (Luke 21:28)
 
Color: Blue
 

Andrew, Apostle

November 30, 2009s
Ezekiel 3:16-21
Psalm 19:1-6 (4)
Romans 10:10-18
John 1:35-42
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you gave your apostle Andrew the grace to obey the call of your Son and to bring his brother to Jesus. Give us also, who are called by your holy word, grace to follow Jesus without delay and to bring into his presence those who are near to us, for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,
and to the ends | of the earth. Alleluia. (Acts 1:8)

Color: Scarlet/Red

 

Second Sunday of Advent

December 6, 2009
Malachi 3:1-4 or Baruch 5:1-9
Luke 1:68-79 (78)
Philippians 1:3-11
Luke 3:1-6
 
Prayer of the Day
Stir up our hearts, Lord God, to prepare the way of your only Son. By his coming give to all the people of the world knowledge of your salvation; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Prepare the way | of the Lord.
All flesh shall see the salva- | tion of God. Alleluia. (Luke 3:4, 6)

Color: Blue


Third Sunday of Advent

December 13, 2009
Zephaniah 3:14-20
Isaiah 12:2-6 (6)
Philippians 4:4-7
Luke 3:7-18
 
Prayer of the Day
Stir up the wills of your faithful people, Lord God, and open our ears to the preaching of John, that, rejoicing in your salvation, we may bring forth the fruits of repentanc; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. I am sending my messen- | ger before you,
who will prepare your | way before you. Alleluia. (Matt. 11:10)

Color: Blue


Fourth Sunday of Advent

December 20, 2009
Micah 5:2-5a
Luke 1:46b-55 (52) or Psalm 80:1-7 (7)
Hebrews 10:5-10
Luke 1:39-45 [46-55]
 
Prayer of the Day
Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. With your abundant grace and might, free us from the sin that binds us, 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.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Here I am, the servant | of the Lord;
let it be with me according | to your word. Alleluia. (Luke 1:38)

Color: Blue
 


Christmas

Nativity of Our Lord
December 24, 2009
Set I – Christmas Eve
Isaiah 9:2-7
Psalm 96 (11)
Titus 2:11-14
Luke 2:1-14 [15-20]

Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus' presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of his glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. I am bringing you good news of great joy for | all the people:
to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messi- | ah, the Lord. Alleluia. (Luke 2:10-11)

Color: White


Nativity of Our Lord

December 25, 2009
Set II – Christmas Day
Isaiah 62:6-12
Psalm 97 (11)
Titus 3:4-7
Luke 2:[1-7] 8-20

Prayer of the Day
All-powerful and unseen God, the coming of your light into our world has brightened weary hearts with peace. Call us out of darkness, and empower us to proclaim the birth of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. A holy day has dawned upon us. Come, you nations, and a- | dore the Lord.
For today a great light has come up- | on the earth. Alleluia.

Color: White


Nativity of Our Lord

December 25, 2009
Set III – Christmas Day
Isaiah 52:7-10
Psalm 98 (3)
Hebrews 1:1-4 [5-12]
John 1:1-14

Prayer of the Day

Almighty God, you gave us your only Son to take on our human nature and to illumine the world with your light. By your grace adopt us as your children and enlighten us with your Spirit, through Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. I am bringing you good news of great joy for | all the people:
to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior,
who is the Messi- | ah, the Lord. Alleluia. (Luke 2:10-11)
   or
Alleluia. A holy day has dawned upon us. Come, you nations, and a- | dore the Lord.
For today a great light has come up- | on the earth. Alleluia.

Color: White


Stephen, Deacon and Martyr

December 26, 2009
2 Chronicles 24:17-22
Psalm 17:1-9, 15 (6)
Acts 6:8—7:2a, 51-60
Matthew 23:34-39

Prayer of the Day

We give you thanks, O Lord of glory, for the example of Stephen the first martyr, who looked to heaven and prayed for his persecutors. Grant that we also may pray for our enemies and seek forgiveness for those who hurt us, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righ- | teousness' sake,
for theirs is the king- | dom of heaven. Alleluia. (Matt. 5:10)

Color: Scarlet/Red


First Sunday of Christmas

December 27, 2009
1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26
Psalm 148 (13)
Colossians 3:12-17
Luke 2:41-52

Prayer of the Day

Shine into our hearts the light of your wisdom, O God, and open our minds to the knowledge of your word, that in all things we may think and act according to your good will and may live continually in the light of your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Let the peace of Christ rule | in your hearts,
and let the word of Christ dwell | in you richly. Alleluia. (Col. 3:15, 16)

Color: White


John, Apostle and Evangelist

December 27, 2009
Genesis 1:1-5, 26-31
Psalm 116:12-19 (15)
1 John 1:1—2:2
John 21:20-25

Prayer of the Day

Merciful God, through John the apostle and evangelist you have revealed the mysteries of your Word made flesh. Let the brightness of your light shine on your church, so that all your people, instructed in the holy gospel, may walk in the light of your truth and attain eternal life, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The Word became flesh and | lived among us,
and we have be- | held his glory. Alleluia. (John 1:14)

Color: White


The Holy Innocents, Martyrs

December 28, 2009
Jeremiah 31:15-17
Psalm 124 (7)
1 Peter 4:12-19
Matthew 2:13-18

Prayer of the Day
We remember today, O God, the slaughter of the innocent children of Bethlehem by order of King Herod. Receive into the arms of your mercy all innocent victims. By your great might frustrate the designs of evil tyrants and establish your rule of justice, love, and peace, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righ- | teousness' sake,
for theirs is the king- | dom of heaven. Alleluia. (Matt. 5:10)

Color: Scarlet/Red


New Year's Eve

December 31, 2009
Ecclesiastes 3:1-13
Psalm 8 (1)
Revelation 21:1-6a
Matthew 25:31-46

Prayer of the Day
Eternal God, you have placed us in a world of space and time, and through the events of our lives you bless us with your love. Grant that in the new year we may know your presence, see your love at work, and live in the light of the event that gives us joy forever – the coming of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. O God, you have | been our refuge
from one generation | to another. Alleluia. (Ps. 90:1)

Color: White


Name of Jesus

January 1, 2010
Numbers 6:22-27
Psalm 8 (1)
Galatians 4:4-7 or Philippians 2:5-11
Luke 2:15-21

Prayer of the Day
Eternal Father, you gave your incarnate Son the holy name of Jesus to be a sign of our salvation. Plant in every heart the love of the Savior of the world, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. At the name of Jesus every | knee should bend,
in heaven and on earth and un- | der the earth. Alleluia. (Phil. 2:10)

Color: White


Second Sunday of Christmas

January 3, 2010
Jeremiah 31:7-14 or Sirach 24:1-12
Psalm 147:12-20 (12) or Wisdom 10:51-21 (20)
Ephesians 1:3-14
John 1:[1-9] 10-18

Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you have filled all the earth with the light of your incarnate Word. By your grace empower us to reflect your light in all that we do, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
   or
O God our redeemer, you created light that we might live, and you illumine our world with your beloved Son. By your Spirit comfort us in all darkness, and turn us toward the light of Jesus Christ our Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. All the ends | of the earth
have seen the victory | of our God. Alleluia. (Ps. 98:3)

Color: White


Epiphany of Our Lord

January 6, 2010
Isaiah 60:1-6
Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 (11)
Ephesians 3:1-12
Matthew 2:1-12

Prayer of the Day
O God, on this day you revealed your Son to the nations by the leading of a star. Lead us now by faith to know your presence in our lives, and bring us at last to the full vision of your glory, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
   or
Almighty and ever-living God, you revealed the incarnation of your Son by the brilliant shining of a star. Shine the light of your justice always in our hearts and over all lands, and accept our lives as the treasure we offer in your praise and for your service, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
   or
Everlasting God, the radiance of all faithful people, you brought the nations to the brightness of your rising. Fill the world with your glory, and show yourself to all the world through him who is the true light and the bright morning star, your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. We have observed his star | at its rising,
and have come to | worship him. Alleluia. (Matt. 2:2)

Color: White


Baptism of Our Lord

January 10, 2010 (Lectionary 1)
Isaiah 43:1-7
Psalm 29 (3)
Acts 8:14-17
Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you anointed Jesus at his baptism with the Holy Spirit and revealed him as your beloved Son.  Keep all who are born of water and the Spirit faithful in your service, that we may rejoice to be called children of God, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. A voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, | the Beloved,
with whom I | am well pleased." Alleluia. (Matt. 3:17)
 
Color: White
 

Second Sunday after Epiphany

January 17, 2010 (Lectionary 2)
Isaiah 62:1-5
Psalm 36:5-10 (8)
1 Corinthians 12:1-11
John 2:1-11
 
Prayer of the Day
Lord God, source of every blessing, you showed forth your glory and led many to faith by the works of your Son, who brought gladness and salvation to his people.  Transform us by the Spirit of his love, that we may find our life together in him, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Jesus re- | vealed his glory,
and his disciples be- | lieved in him. Alleluia. (John 2:11)

Color: Green


Confession of Peter

January 18, 2010
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins
Acts 4:8-13
Psalm 18:1-6, 16-19 (2, 3)
1 Corinthians 10:1-5
Matthew 16:13-19
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you inspired Simon Peter to confess Jesus as the Messiah and Son of the living God. Keep your church firm on the rock of this faith, so that in unity and peace it may proclaim one truth and follow one Lord, your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,
and to the ends | of the earth. Alleluia. (Acts 1:8)

Color: White


Third Sunday after Epiphany

January 24, 2010 (Lectionary 3)
Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10
Psalm 19 (7)
1 Corinthains 12:12-31a
Luke 4:14-21
 
Prayer of the Day
Blessed Lord God, you have caused the holy scriptures to be written for the nourishment of your people.  Grant that we may hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that, comforted by your promises, we may embrace and forever hold fast to the hope of eternal life, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord has anointed me to bring good news | to the poor,
and to proclaim release | to the captives. Alleluia. (Luke 4:18)

Color: Green


Conversion of Paul

January 25, 2010
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity ends
Acts 9:1-22
Psalm 67 (3)
Galatians 1:11-24
Luke 21:10-19
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, by the preaching of your apostle Paul you have caused the light of the gospel to shine throughout the world. Grant that we may follow his example and be witnesses to the truth of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. This Jesus | God raised up,
and of that all of | us are witnesses. Alleluia. (Acts 2:32)

Color: White


Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

January 31, 2010 (Lectionary 4)
Jeremiah 1:4-10
Psalm 71:1-6 (6)
1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Luke 4:21-30
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty and ever-living God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and love; and that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You shall go to all to | whom I send you.
Do not be afraid, for | I am with you. Alleluia. (Jer. 1:7, 8)

Color: Green


Presentation of Our Lord

February 2, 2010
Malachi 3:1-4
Psalm 84 (1) or Psalm 24:7-10 (7)
Hebrews 2:14-18
Luke 2:22-40
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty and ever-living God, your only-begotten Son was presented this day in the temple. May we be presented to you with clean and pure hearts by the same Jesus Christ, our great high priest, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. My eyes have seen | your salvation,
which you have prepared in the presence | of all peoples. Alleluia. (Luke 2:30-31)

Color: White
 

Fifth Sunday after Epiphany

February 7, 2010 (Lectionary 5)
Isaiah 6:1-8 [9-13]
Psalm 138 (2)
1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Luke 5:1-11
 
Prayer of the Day
Most holy God, the earth is filled with your glory, and before you angels and saints stand in awe.  Enlarge our vision to see your power at work in the world, and by your grace make us heralds of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Jesus says, | Follow me,
and I will make you | fish for people. Alleluia. (Matt. 4:19)

Color: Green


Transfiguration of Our Lord

Last Sunday after Epiphany
February 14, 2010
Exodus 34:29-35
Psalm 99 (9)
2 Corinthians 3:12–4:2
Luke 9:28-36 [37-43a]
 
Prayer of the Day
Holy God, mighty and immortal, you are beyond our knowing, yet we see your glory in the face of Jesus Christ.  Transform us into the likeness of your Son, who renewed our humanity so that we may share in his divinity, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. 
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. This is my | Son, my Chosen,
lis- | ten to him! Alleluia. (Luke 9:35)

Color: White
 


Ash Wednesday

February 17, 2010
Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 or Isaiah 58:1-12
Psalm 51:1-17 (1) or Psalm 103:8-14
2 Corinthians 5:20b—6:10
Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty and ever-living God, you hate nothing you have made, and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent. Create in us new and honest hearts, so that, truly repenting of our sins, we may receive from you, the God of all mercy, full pardon and forgiveness through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
   or
Gracious God, out of your love and mercy you breathed into dust the breath of life, creating us to serve you and our neighbors. Call forth our prayers and acts of kindness, and strengthen us to face our mortality with confidence in the mercy of your Son,
Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

 
Gospel Acclamation
Return to the | LORD, your God,
who is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in | steadfast love. (Joel 2:13)

Color:
Purple
 

First Sunday in Lent

February 21, 2010
Deuteronomy 26:1-11
Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 (11)
Romans 10:8b-13
Luke 4:1-13
 
Prayer of the Day
O Lord God, you led your people through the wilderness and brought them to the promised land.  Guide us now, so that, following your Son, we may walk safely through the wilderness of this world toward the life you alone can give, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation

One does not live by | bread alone,
but by every word that comes from the | mouth of God. (Matt. 4:4)

Color:
Purple
 

Second Sunday in Lent

February 28, 2010
Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18
Psalm 27 (5)
Philippians 3:17--4:1
Luke 13:31-35
 
Prayer of the Day
God of the covenant, in the mystery of the cross you promise everlasting life to the world,  Gather all peoples into your arms and shelter us with your mercy, that we may rejoice in the life we share in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
The Son of Man must be | lifted up,
that whoever believes in him may have e- | ternal life. (John 3:14-15)

Color:
Purple
 

Third Sunday in Lent

March 7, 2010
Isaiah 55:1-9
Psalm 63:1-8 (1)
1 Corinthians 10:1-13
Luke 13:1-9
 
Prayer of the Day
Eternal God, your kingdom has broken into our troubled world through the life, death, and resurrection of your Son.  Help us to hear your word and obey it, and bring your saving love to fruition in our lives, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Jesus began | to proclaim,
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven | has come near. (Matt. 4:17)

Color:
Purple
 

Fourth Sunday in Lent

March 14, 2010
Joshua 5:9-12
Psalm 32 (11)
2 Corinthians 5:16-21
Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32

Prayer of the Day
God of compassion, you welcome the wayward, and you embrace us all with your mercy.  By our baptism clothe us with garments of your grace, and feed us at the table of your love, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
I will arise and go to my fa- | ther and say,
I have sinned against heaven | and before you. (Luke 15:18)

Color:
Purple
 

Joseph, Guardian of Jesus

March 19, 2010
2 Samuel 7:4, 8-16
Psalm 89:1-29 (2)
Romans 4:13-18
Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24a
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, from the family of your servant David you raised up Joseph to be the guardian of your incarnate Son and the husband of his blessed mother. Give us grace to imitate his uprightness of life and his obedience to your commands, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
We have a building from God, a house not | made with hands,
eternal | in the heavens. (2 Cor. 5:1)

Color:
White
 

Fifth Sunday in Lent

March 21, 2010
Isaiah 43:16-21
Psalm 126 (5)
Philippians 3:4b-14
John 12:1-8
 
Prayer of the Day
Creator God, you prepare a new way in the wilderness, and your grace waters our desert.  Open our hearts to be transformed by the new thing you are doing, that our lives may proclaim the extravagance of your love given to all through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what | lies ahead,
I press on toward the goal for the prize of the heavenly call of God | in Christ Jesus. (Phil. 3:13-14)

Color:
Purple
 

Annunciation of Our Lord

March 25, 2010
Isaiah 7:10-14
Psalm 45 (17) or Psalm 40:5-10 (8)
Hebrews 10:4-10
Luke 1:26-38
 
Prayer of the Day
Pour your grace into our hearts, O God, that we who have known the incarnation of your Son, Jesus Christ, announced by an angel, may by his cross and passion be brought to the glory of his resurrection; for he lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
[Alleluia.] Greetings, O favored one! The | Lord is with you.
The Holy Spirit will | come upon you. [Alleluia.] (Luke 1:28, 35)

Color:
White


Sunday of the Passion

Palm Sunday
March 28, 2010
Luke 19:28-40 Procession with Palms
Isaiah 50:4-9a
Psalm 31:9-16 (5)
Philippians 2:5-11
Luke 22:14–23:56 or Luke 21:1-49
 
Prayer of the Day
Everlasting God, in your endless love for the human race you sent our Lord Jesus Christ to take on our nature and to suffer death on the cross. In your mercy enable us to share in his obedience to your will and in the glorious victory of his resurrection, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
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Sovereign God, you have established your rule in the human heart through the servanthood of Jesus Christ. By your Spirit, keep us in the joyful procession of those who with their tongues confess Jesus as Lord and with their lives praise him as Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
   or
O God of mercy and might, in the mystery of the passion of your Son you offer your infinite life to the world. Gather us around the cross of Christ, and preserve us until the resurrection, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Christ humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death – even death | on a cross.
Therefore God also highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above | ev'ry name. (Phil. 2:8-9)

Color:
Scarlet/Purple
 

Monday in Holy Week

March 29, 2010
Isaiah 42:1-9
Psalm 36:5-11 (7)
Hebrews 9:11-15
John 12:1-11
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, your Son chose the path that led to pain before joy and to the cross before glory. Plant his cross in our hearts, so that in its power and love we may come at last to joy and glory, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
May I never boast of | anything
except the cross of our Lord | Jesus Christ. (Gal. 6:14)

Color:
Scarlet/Purple
 

Tuesday in Holy Week

March 30, 2010
Isaiah 49:1-7
Psalm 71:1-14 (6)
1 Corinthians 1:18-31
John 12:20-36
 
Prayer of the Day
Lord Jesus, you have called us to follow you. Grant that our love may not grow cold in your service, and that we may not fail or deny you in the time of trial, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
May I never boast of | anything
except the cross of our Lord | Jesus Christ. (Gal. 6:14)

Color:
Scarlet/Purple
 

Wednesday in Holy Week

March 31, 2010
Isaiah 50:4-9a
Psalm 70 (1)
Hebrews 12:1-3
John 13:21-32
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, your Son our Savior suffered at human hands and endured the shame of the cross. Grant that we may walk in the way of his cross and find it the way of life and peace, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
May I never boast of | anything
except the cross of our Lord | Jesus Christ. (Gal. 6:14)

Color:
Scarlet/Purple
 

Maundy Thursday

April 1, 2010
Exodus 12:1-4 [5-10] 11-14
Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19 (13)
1 Corinthians 11:23-26
John 13:1-17, 31b-35
 
Prayer of the Day
Holy God, source of all love, on the night of his betrayal, Jesus gave us a new commandment, to love one another as he loves us. Write this commandment in our hearts, and give us the will to serve others as he was the servant of all, your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
   or
Eternal God, in the sharing of a meal your Son established a new covenant for all people, and in the washing of feet he showed us the dignity of service. Grant that by the power of your Holy Spirit these signs of our life in faith may speak again to our hearts, feed our spirits, and refresh our bodies, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
I give you a | new commandment,
that you love one another just as I | have loved you. (John 13:34)

Color: Scarlet/White
 

Good Friday

April 2, 2010
Isaiah 52:13—53:12
Psalm 22 (1)
Hebrews 10:16-25 or Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9
John 18:1—19:42
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, look with loving mercy on your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed, to be given over to the hands of sinners, and to suffer death on the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.
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Merciful God, your Son was lifted up on the cross to draw all people to himself. Grant that we who have been born out of his wounded side may at all times find mercy in him, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Look to Jesus, who for the sake of the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregard- | ing its shame,
and has taken his seat at the right hand of the | throne of God. (Heb. 12:2)

Color: none
 

Resurrection of Our Lord

Vigil of Easter
April 3, 2010
Creation
First Reading: Genesis 1:1–2:4a
Response: Psalm 136:1-9, 23-26 (1)

Flood
Second Reading: Genesis 7:1-5, 11-18, 8:6-18, 9:8-13
Response: Psalm 46 (7)

Testing of Abraham
Third Reading: Genesis 22:1-18
Response: Psalm 16 (11)

Deliverance at the Red Sea
Fourth Reading: Exodus 14:10-31; 15:20-21
Response: Exodus 15:1b-13, 17-18 (1)

Salvation Freely Offered to All

Fifth Reading: Isaiah 55:1-11
Response: Isaiah 12:2-6 (3)

The Wisdom of God

Sixth Reading: Proverbs 8:1-8, 19-21; 9:4b-6 or Baruch 3:9-15, 32–4:4
Response: Psalm 19 (8)

A New Heart and a New Spirit

Seventh Reading: Ezekiel 36:24-28
Response: Psalms 42 and 43 (42:2)

Valley of the Dry Bones

Eighth Reading: Ezekiel 37:1-14
Response: Psalm 143 (11)

The Gathering of God's People

Ninth Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-20
Response: Psalm 98 (4)

The Deliverance of Jonah

Tenth Reading: Jonah 1:1–2:1
Response: Jonah 2:2-3 [4-6] 7-9 (9)

Clothed in the Garments of Salvation

Eleventh Reading: Isaiah 61:1-4, 9-11
Response: Deuteronomy 32:1-4, 7, 36a, 43a (3-4)

Deliverance from the Fiery Furnace

Twelfth Reading: Daniel 3:1-29
Response: Song of the Three 35-65 (35)

New Testament Reading

Romans 6:3-11

Gospel

John 20:1-18
 
Prayer of the Day
Eternal giver of life and light, this holy night shines with the radiance of the risen Christ. Renew your church with the Spirit given us in baptism, that we may worship you in sincerity and truth and may shine as a light in the world, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
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O God, you are the creator of the world, the liberator of your people, and the wisdom of the earth. By the resurrection of your Son free us from our fears, restore us in your image, and ignite us with your light, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Let us sing to the LORD, who has | triumphed gloriously;
our strength and our might, who has become | our salvation. Alleluia. (Exod. 15:1-2)

Color: White/Gold
 

Resurrection of Our Lord

Easter Day
April 4, 2010
Acts 10:34-43 or Isaiah 65:17-25
Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 (24)
1 Corinthians 15:19-26 or Acts 10:34-43
Luke 24:1-12 or John 20:1-18
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, you gave your only Son to suffer death on the cross for our redemption, and by his glorious resurrection you delivered us from the power of death. Make us die every day to sin, that we may live with him forever in the joy of the resurrection, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
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God of mercy, we no longer look for Jesus among the dead, for he is alive and has become the Lord of life. Increase in our minds and hearts the risen life we share with Christ, and help us to grow as your people toward the fullness of eternal life with you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Christ, our paschal lamb, | has been sacrificed.
Therefore, let us | keep the feast. Alleluia. (1 Cor. 5:7, 8)

Color: White/Gold
 

 
Easter Evening
April 4, 2010
Isaiah 25:6-9
Psalm 114 (7)
1 Corinthians 5:6b-8
Luke 24:13-49
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread, open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Our hearts | burn within us
while you open to | us the scriptures. Alleluia. (Luke 24:27)

Color: White/Gold
 

Easter Monday

April 5, 2010
These propers may be used for a service on Easter Monday or on another day during the week after Easter Day.
Daniel 12:1-3
Psalm 16:8-11 (9)
Acts 2:14, 22b-32
Matthew 28:9-15a
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you give us the joy of celebrating our Lord's resurrection. Give us also the joys of life in your service, and bring us at last to the full joy of life eternal, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. God raised up Jesus, having freed | him from death,
because it was impossible for him to be held | in its power. Alleluia. (Acts 2:24)

Color: White/Gold
 

Second Sunday of Easter

April 11, 2010
Acts 5:27-32
Psalm 118:14-29 (28) or Psalm 150 (6)
Revelation 1:4-8
John 20:19-31
 
Prayer of the Day
O God of life, you reach out to us amid our fears with the wounded hands of your risen Son.  By your Spirit's breath revive our faith in your mercy, and strengthen us to be the body of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed are those who | have not seen
and yet have come | to believe. Alleluia. (John 20:29)

Color: White
 

Third Sunday of Easter

April 18, 2010
Acts 9:1-6 [7-20]
Psalm 30 (11)
Revelation 5:11-14
John 21:1-19
 
Prayer of the Day
Eternal and all-merficul God, with all the angels and all the saints we laud your majesty and might.  By the resurrection of your Son, show yourself to us and inspire us to follow Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Our hearts | burn within us
while you open to | us the scriptures. Alleluia. (Luke 24:32)

Color: White
 

Fourth Sunday of Easter

April 25, 2010
Acts 9:36-43
Psalm 23 (1)
Revelation 7:9-17
John 10:22-30
 
Prayer of the Day
O God of peace, you brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great shepherd of the sheep.  By the blood of your eternal covenant, make us complete in everything good that we may do your will, and work among us all that is well-pleasing in your sight, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Jesus says, I am | the good shepherd.
I know my own and my | own know me. Alleluia. (John 10:14)

Color: White
 

Mark, Evangelist

April 26, 2010 (transferred from April 25)
Isaiah 52:7-10
Psalm 57 (9)
2 Timothy 4:6-11, 18
Mark 1:1-15
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you have enriched your church with Mark's proclamation of the gospel. Give us grace to believe firmly in the good news of salvation and to walk daily in accord with it, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. This Jesus | God raised up;
and of that all of | us are witnesses. Alleluia. (Acts 2:32)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Philip and James, Apostles

May 1, 2010
Isaiah 30:18-21
Psalm 44:1-3, 20-26 (26)
2 Corinthians 4:1-6
John 14:8-14
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you gave to your apostles Philip and James grace and strength to bear witness to your Son. Grant that we, remembering their victory of faith, may glorify in life and death the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,
and to the ends | of the earth. Alleluia. (Acts 1:8)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Fifth Sunday of Easter

May 2, 2010
Acts 11:1-18
Psalm 148 (13)
Revelation 21:1-6
John 13:31-35
 
Prayer of the Day
O Lord God, you teach us that without love, our actions gain nothing.  Pour into our hearts your most excellent gift of love, that, made alive by your Spirit, we may know goodness and peace, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Everyone will know that you are | my disciples
if you have love for | one another. Alleluia. (John 13:35)

Color: White
 

Sixth Sunday of Easter

May 9, 2010
Acts 16:9-15
Psalm 67 (4)
Revelation 21:10, 22–22:5
John 14:23-29 or John 5:1-9
 
Prayer of the Day
Bountiful God, you gather your people into your realm, and you promise us food from your tree of life.  Nourish us with your word, that empowered by your Spirit we may love one another and the world you have made, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. 

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Those who love me will keep my word, and my Fa- | ther will love them,
and we will come to them and make our | home with them. Alleluia. (John 14:23)

Color: White
 

Ascension of Our Lord

May 13, 2010
Acts 1:1-11
Psalm 47 (5) or Psalm 93 (2)
Ephesians 1:15-23
Luke 24:44-53
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, your only Son was taken into the heavens and in your presence intercedes for us. Receive us and our prayers for all the world, and in the end bring everything into your glory, through Jesus Christ, our Sovereign and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
   or
Almighty God, your blessed Son, our Savior Jesus Christ, ascended far above all heavens that he might fill all things. Mercifully give us faith to trust that, as he promised, he abides with us on earth to the end of time, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Go and make disciples of all nations, | says the Lord;
I am with you always, to the end | of the age. Alleluia. (Matt. 28:19, 20)

Color: White
 

Matthias, Apostle

May 14, 2010
Isaiah 66:1-2
Psalm 56 (12)
Acts 1:15-26
Luke 6:12-16

Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you chose your faithful servant Matthias to be numbered among the twelve. Grant that your church may always be taught and guided by faithful and true pastors, through Jesus Christ our shepherd, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,
and to the ends | of the earth. Alleluia. (Acts 1:8)

Color: Scarlet/Red


Seventh Sunday of Easter

May 16, 2010
Acts 16:16-34
Psalm 97 (12)
Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21
John 17:20-26
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, form the minds of your faithful people into your one will.  Make us love what you command and desire what you promise, that, amid all the changes of this world, our hearts may be fixed where true joy is found, your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. I will not leave you orphaned, | says the Lord.
I am com- | ing to you. Alleluia. (John 14:18)
 
Color: White
 

Vigil of Pentecost

May 22, 2010
Exodus 19:1-9 or Acts 2:1-11
Psalm 33:12-22 (20) or Psalm 130 (4)
Romans 8:14-17, 22-27
John 7:37-39
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty and ever-living God, you fulfilled the promise of Easter by sending the gift of your Holy Spirit. Look upon your people gathered in prayer, open to receive the Spirit's flame. May it come to rest in our hearts and heal the divisions of word and tongue, that with one voice and one song we may praise your name in joy and thanksgiving; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts | of your faithful,
and kindle in us the fire | of your love. Alleluia.

Color:
Red
 

Day of Pentecost

May 23, 2010
Acts 2:1-21 or Genesis 11:1-9
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b (30)
Romans 8:14-17 or Acts 2:1-21
John 14:8-17 [25-27]
 
Prayer of the Day
God our creator, the resurrection of your Son offers life to all the peoples of the earth.  By your Holy Spirit, kindle in us the fire of your love, empowering our lives for service and our tongues for praise, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts | of your faithful,
and kindle in us the fire | of your love. Alleluia.

Color: Red
 

Time after Pentecost

The Holy Trinity
First Sunday after Pentecost
May 30, 2010
Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
Psalm 8 (2)
Romans 5:1-5
John 16:12-15
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty Creator and ever-living God: we worship your glory, eternal Three-in-One, and we praise your power, majestic One-in-Three. Keep us steadfast in this faith, defend us in all adversity, and bring us at last into your presence, where you live in endless joy and love, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
   or
God of heaven and earth, before the foundation of the universe and the beginning of time you are the triune God: Author of creation, eternal Word of salvation, life-giving Spirit of wisdom. Guide us to all truth by your Spirit, that we may proclaim all that Christ has revealed and rejoice in the glory he shares with us. Glory and praise to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Holy, holy, holy is the | Lord of hosts;
God's glory fills | the whole earth. Alleluia. (Isa. 6:3)

Color: White
 

Visit of Mary to Elizabeth

May 31, 2010
1 Samuel 2:1-10
Psalm 113 (2)
Romans 12:9-16b
Luke 1:39-57
 
Prayer of the Day
Mighty God, by whose grace Elizabeth rejoiced with Mary and greeted her as the mother of the Lord: look with favor on your lowly servants that, with Mary, we may magnify your holy name and rejoice to acclaim her Son as our Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. My soul magni- | fies the Lord,
and my spirit rejoices in | God my Savior. Alleluia. (Luke 1:47)

Color: White
 

Second Sunday after Pentecost

June 6, 2010 (Lectionary 10)
Complementary Series
1 Kings 17:17-24
Psalm 30 (2)
Galatians 1:11-24
Luke 7:11-17
 
Semicontinuous Series
1 Kings 17:8-16 [17-24]
Psalm 146 (8)
Galatians 1:11-24
Luke 7:11-17

Prayer of the Day
Compassionate God, you have assured the human family of eternal life through Jesus Christ.  Deliver us from the death of sin, and raise us to new life in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. A great prophet has ris- | en among us!
God has looked favora- | bly on us! Alleluia. (Luke 7:16)
 
Color: Green
 

Barnabas, Apostle

June 11, 2010
Isaiah 42:5-12
Psalm 112 (1)
Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3
Matthew 10:7-16
 
Prayer of the Day
We praise you, O God, for the life of your faithful servant Barnabas, who, seeking not his own renown but the well-being of your church, gave generously of his life and possessions for the relief of the poor and the spread of the gospel. Grant that we may follow his example and by our actions give glory to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. This Jesus | God raised up,
and of that all of | us are witnesses. Alleluia. (Acts 2:32)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Third Sunday after Pentecost

June 13, 2010 (Lectionary 11)
Complementary Series
2 Samuel 11:26–12:10, 13-15
Psalm 32 (5)
Galatians 2:15-21
Luke 7:36–8:3

Semicontinuous Series
1 Kings 21:1-10 [11-14] 15-21a
Psalm 5:1-8 (8) 
Galatians 2:15-21
Luke 7:36–8:3
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, throughout the ages you judge your people with mercy, and you inspire us to speak your truth.  By your Spirit, anoint us for lives of faith and service, and bring all people into your forgiveness, through Jesus Christ, our savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. In this is love, that God loved us and | sent the Son 
to be the atoning sacrifice | for our sins. Alleluia. (1 John 4:10)

Color: Green
 

Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

June 20, 2010 (Lectionary 12)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 65:1-9
Psalm 22:19-28 (22)
Galatians 3:23-29
Luke 8:26-39

Semicontinuous Series
1 Kings 19:1-4 [5-7] 8-15a
Psalms 42 and 43 (43:3)
Galatians 3:23-29
Luke 8:26-39
 
Prayer of the Day
O Lord God, we bring before you the cries of a sorrowing world.  In your mercy set us free from the chains that bind us, and defend us from everything that is evil, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Return | to your home,
and declare how much God has | done for you. Alleluia. (Luke 8:29)

Color:
Green
 

John the Baptist

June 24, 2010
Malachi 3:1-4
Psalm 141 (8)
Acts 13:13-26
Luke 1:57-67 (68-80)
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, by your gracious providence your servant John the Baptist was born to Elizabeth and Zechariah. Grant to your people the wisdom to see your purpose and the openness to hear your will, that the light of Christ may increase in us, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righ- | teousness' sake,
for theirs is the king- | dom of heaven. Alleluia. (Matt. 5:10)

Color: White
 

Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

June 27, 2010 (Lectionary 13)
Complementary Series
1 Kings 19:15-16, 19-21
Psalm 16 (8)
Galatians 5:1, 13-25
Luke 9:51-62

Semicontinuous Series
2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14
Psalm 77:1-2, 11-20 (15)
Galatians 5:1, 13-25
Luke 9:51-62

Prayer of the Day

Sovereign God, ruler of all hearts, you call us to obey you, and you favor us with true freedom.  Keep us faithful to the ways of your Son, that, leaving behind all that hinders us, we may steadfastly follow your paths, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Lord, to whom | shall we go?
You have the words of e- | ternal life. Alleluia. (John 6:68)

Color: Green
 

Peter and Paul, Apostles

June 29, 2010
Acts 12:1-11 or Ezekiel 34:11-16
Psalm 87:1-3, 5-7 (3)
2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18 or 1 Corinthians 3:16-23
John 21:15-19 or Mark 8:27-35
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, we praise you that your blessed apostles Peter and Paul glorified you by their martyrdoms. Grant that your church throughout the world may always be instructed by their teaching and example, be knit together in unity by your Spirit, and ever stand firm upon the one foundation who is Jesus Christ our Lord, for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. This Jesus | God raised up,
and of that all of | us are witnesses. Alleluia. (Acts 2:32)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Thomas, Apostle

July 3, 2010
Judges 6:36-40
Psalm 136:1-4, 23-26 (1)
Ephesians 4:11-16
John 14:1-7
 
Prayer of the Day
Ever-living God, you strengthened your apostle Thomas with firm and certain faith in the resurrection of your Son. Grant that we too may confess our faith in Jesus Christ, our Lord and our God, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,
and to the ends | of the earth. Alleluia. (Acts 1:8)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

July 4, 2010 (Lectionary 14)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 66:10-14
Psalm 66:1-9 (4)
Galatians 6:[1-6] 7-16
Luke 10:1-11, 16-20

Semicontinuous Series
2 Kings 5:1-14
Psalm 30 (2)
Galatians 6:[1-6] 7-16
Luke 10:1-11, 16-20

Prayer of the Day
O God, the Father of our Lord Jesus, you are the city that shelters us, the mother who comforts us.  With your Spirit accompany us on our life's journey, that we may spread your peace in all the world, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Let the peace of Christ rule | in your hearts,
and let the word of Christ dwell | in you richly. Alleluia. (Col. 3:15, 16)

Color: Green
 

Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

July 11, 2010 (Lectionary 15)
Complementary Series
Deuteronomy 30:9-14
Psalm 25:1-10 (4)
Colossians 1:1-14
Luke 10:25-37

Semicontinuous Series
Amos 7:7-17
Psalm 82 (8)
Colossians 1:1-14
Luke 10:25-37

Prayer of the Day
O Lord God, your mercy delights us, and the world longs for your loving care.  Hear the cries of everyone in need, and turn our hearts to love our neighbors with the love of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You shall love the lord your God with | all your heart, 
and your neighbor | as yourself. Alleluia. (Luke 10:27)

Color: Green
 

Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

July 18, 2010 (Lectionary 16)
Complementary Series
Genesis 18:1-10a
Psalm 15 (1)
Colossians 1:15-28
Luke 10:38-42

Semicontinuous Series
Amos 8:1-12
Psalm 52 (8)
Colossians 1:15-28
Luke 10:38-42
 
Prayer of the Day
Eternal God, you draw near to us in Christ, and you make yourself our guest.. Amid the cares of our lives, make us attentive to your presence, that we may treasure your word above all else, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed are those who hold the word fast in an honest | and good heart,
and bear fruit with pa- | tient endurance. Alleluia. (Luke 8:15)

Color: Green
 

Mary Magdalene, Apostle

July 22, 2010
Ruth 1:6-18 or Exodus 2:1-10
Psalm 73:23-28 (28)
Acts 13:26-33a
John 20:1-2, 11-18
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, your Son first entrusted the apostle Mary Magdalene with the joyful news of his resurrection. Following the example of her witness, may we proclaim Christ as our living Lord and one day see him in glory, for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. This Jesus | God raised up,
and of that all of | us are witnesses. Alleluia. (Acts 2:32)

Color: White
 

Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

July 25, 2010 (Lectionary 17)
Complementary Series
Genesis 18:20-32
Psalm 138 (8)
Colossians 2:6-15 [16-19]
Luke 11:1-13

Semicontinuous Series
Hosea 1:2-10
Psalm 85 (13)
Colossians 2:6-15 [16-19]
Luke 11:1-13
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty and ever-living God, you are always more ready to hear than we are to pray, and you gladly give more than we either desire or deserve.  Pour upon us your abundant mercy.  Forgive us those things that weigh on our conscience, and give us those good things that come only through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Ask, and it will be given to you; search and | you will find;
knock, and the door will be o- | pened to you. Alleluia. (Luke 11:9)

Color:
Green
 

James, Apostle

July 26, 2010 (transferred from July 25)
1 Kings 19:9-18
Psalm 7:1-10 (10)
Acts 11:27—12:3a
Mark 10:35-45
 
Prayer of the Day
Gracious God, we remember before you today your servant and apostle James, the first among the twelve to be martyred for the name of Jesus Christ. Pour out on the leaders of your church that spirit of self-denying service which is the true mark of authority among your people, through Jesus Christ our servant, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righ- | teousness' sake,
for theirs is the king- | dom of heaven. Alleluia. (Matt. 5:10)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 1, 2010 (Lectionary 18)
Complementary Series
Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2:18-23
Psalm 49:1-12 (3)
Colossians 3:1-11
Luke 12:13-21

Semicontinuous Series
Hosea 11:1-11
Psalm 107:1-9, 43 (8)
Colossians 3:1-11
Luke 12:13-21

Prayer of the Day
Benevolent God, you are the source, the guide, and the goal of our lives.  Teach us to love what is worth loving, to reject what is offensive to you, and to treasure what is precious in your sight, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed are the | poor in spirit,
for theirs is the king- | dom of heaven. Alleluia. (Matt 5:3)

Color: Green


Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

August 8, 2010 (Lectionary 19)
Complementary Series
Genesis 15:1-6
Psalm 33:12-22 (22)
Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16
Luke 12:32-40

Semicontinuous Series
Isaiah 1:1, 10-20
Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23 (23)
Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16
Luke 12:32-40
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you sent your holy Spirit to be the life and light of your church.  Open our hearts to the riches of your grace, that we may be ready to receive you wherever you appear, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Keep awake | and be ready,
for you do not know on what day your | Lord is coming. Alleluia. (Matt. 22:42, 44)

Color: Green
 

Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost

August 15, 2010 (Lectionary 20)
Complementary Series
Jeremiah 23:23-29
Psalm 82 (8)
Hebrews 11:29–12:2
Luke 12:49-56

Semicontinuous Series
Isaiah 5:1-7
Psalm 80:1-2, 8-18 (14, 15)
Hebrews 11:29–12:2
Luke 12:49-56
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, judge eternal, you love justice and hate oppression, and you call us to share your zeal for truth.  Give us courage to take our stand with all victims of bloodshed and greed, and, following your servants and prophets, to look to the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. My sheep | hear my voice.
I know them, and they | follow me. Alleluia. (John 10:27)

Color: Green
 

Mary, Mother of Our Lord

August 16, 2010 (transferred from August 15)
Isaiah 61:7-11
Psalm 34:1-9 (3)
Galatians 4:4-7
Luke 1:46-55
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, in choosing the virgin Mary to be the mother of your Son, you made known your gracious regard for the poor, the lowly, and the despised. Grant us grace to receive your word in humility, and so to be made one with your Son, Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Greetings, O favored one! The | Lord is with you.
The Holy Spirit will | come upon you. Alleluia. (Luke 1:28, 35)

Color: White
 

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 22, 2010 (Lectionary 21)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 58:9b-14
Psalm 103:1-8 (4)
Hebrews 12:18-29
Luke 13:10-17

Semicontinuous Series
Jeremiah 1:4-10
Psalm 71:1-6 (6)
Hebrews 12:18-29
Luke 13:10-17
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, mighty and immortal, you know that as fragile creatures surrounded by great dangers, we cannot by ourselves stand upright.  Give us strength of mind and body, so that even when we suffer because of human sin, we may rise victorious thorugh your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The crowd | was rejoicing
at the wonderful things that Je- | sus was doing. Alleluia. (Luke 3:17)

Color: Green


Bartholomew, Apostle

August 24, 2010
Exodus 19:1-6
Psalm 12 (6)
1 Corinthians 12:27-31a
John 1:43-51
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty and everlasting God, you gave to your apostle Bartholomew grace truly to believe and courageously to preach your word. Grant that your church may proclaim the good news to the ends of the earth, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who an- | nounces peace,
who brings good news, who announc- | es salvation. Alleluia. (Isa. 52:7)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

August 29, 2010 (Lectionary 22)
Complementary Series
Proverbs 25:6-7 or Sirach 10:12-18
Psalm 112 (4)
Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16
Luke 14:1, 7-14

Semicontinuous Series
Jeremiah 2:4-13
Psalm 81:1, 10-16 (16)
Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16
Luke 14:1, 7-14
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, you resist those who are proud and give grace to those who are humble,  Give us the humility of your Son, that we may embody the generosity of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Take my yoke upon you, and | learn from me;
for I am gentle and hum- | ble in heart. Alleluia. (Matt 11:29)

Color: Green
 

Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 5, 2010 (Lectionary 23)
Complementary Series
Deuteronomy 30:15-20
Psalm 1 (3)
Philemon 1:1-21
Luke 14:25-33

Semicontinuous Series
Jeremiah 18:1-11
Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18
Philemon 1:1-21
Luke 14:25-33
 
Prayer of the Day
Direct us, O Lord God, in all our doings with your continual help, that in all our works, begun, continued, and ended in you, we may glorify your holy name; and finally, by your mercy, bring us to everlasting life, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Let your faith shine up- | on your servant,
and teach | me your statutes. Alleluia. (Ps. 119:135)

Color: Green
 

Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 12, 2010 (Lectionary 24)
Complementary Series
Exodus 32:7-14
Psalm 51:1-10
1 Timothy 1:12-17
Luke 15:1-10

Semicontinuous Series
Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28
Psalm 14 (2)
1 Timothy 1:12-17
Luke 15:1-10
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, overflowing with mercy and compassion, you lead back to yourself all those who go astray.  Preserve your people in your loving care, that we may reject whatever is contrary to you and may follow all things that sustain our life in your Son, Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation

Alleluia. There is joy in the presence of the an- | gels of God 
over one sinner | who repents. Alleluia. (Luke 15:10)

Color:
Green
 

Holy Cross Day

September 14, 2010
Numbers 21:4b-9
Psalm 98:1-4 (1) or Psalm 78:1-2, 34-38 (35)
1 Corinthians 1:18-24
John 3:13-17
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, your Son Jesus Christ was lifted high upon the cross so that he might draw the whole world to himself. To those who look upon the cross, grant your wisdom, healing, and eternal life, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. May I never boast of | anything
except the cross of our Lord | Jesus Christ. Alleluia. (Gal. 6:14)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 19, 2010 (Lectionary 25)
Complementary Series
Amos 8:4-7
Psalm 113 (7)
1 Timothy 2:1-7
Luke 16:1-13

Semicontinuous Series
Jeremiah 8:18–9:1
Psalm 79:1-9 (9)
1 Timothy 2:1-7
Luke 16:1-13

Prayer of the Day
God among us, we gather in the name of your Son to learn love for one another.  Keep our feet from evil paths.  Turn our minds to your wisdom and our hearts to the grace revealed in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Live your life in a manner worthy of the gos-  | pel of Christ; 
strive side by side for the faith  | of the gospel. Alleluia. (Phil. 1:27)

Color: Green
 

Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist

September 21, 2010
Ezekiel 2:8—3:11
Psalm 119:33-40 (33)
Ephesians 2:4-10
Matthew 9:9-13
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, your Son our Savior called a despised tax collector to become one of his apostles. Help us, like Matthew, to respond to the transforming call of Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,
and to the ends | of the earth. Alleluia. (Acts 1:8)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 26, 2010 (Lectionary 26)
Complementary Series
Amos 6:1a, 4-7
Psalm 146 (7)
1 Timothy 6:6-19
Luke 16:19-31

Semicontinuous Series
Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15
Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16 (2)
1 Timothy 6:6-19
Luke 16:19-31
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, rich in mercy, you look with compassion on this troubled world. Feed us with your grace, and grant us the treasure that comes only from you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You know the generous act of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he | became poor,
so that by his poverty you might | become rich. Alleluia. (2 Cor. 8:9)

Color: Green
 

Michael and All Angels

September 29, 2010
Daniel 10:10-14; 12:1-3
Psalm 103:1-5, 20-22 (20-21)
Revelation 12:7-12
Luke 10:17-20
 
Prayer of the Day
Everlasting God, you have wonderfully established the ministries of angels and mortals. Mercifully grant that as Michael and the angels contend against the cosmic forces of evil, so by your direction they may help and defend us here on earth, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God whom we worship and praise with angels and archangels and all the company of heaven, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Bless the | Lord, you angels,
you mighty ones who | do God's bidding. Alleluia. (Ps. 103:20)

Color: White
 

Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost

October 3, 2010 (Lectionary 27)
Complementary Series
Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4
Psalm 37:1-9 (5)
2 Timothy 1:1-14
Luke 17:5-10

Semicontinuous Series
Lamentations 1:1-6
Lamentations 3:19-26 (23) or Psalm 137 (7)
2 Timothy 1:1-14
Luke 17:5-10
 
Prayer of the Day
Benevolent, merciful God: When we are empty, fill us.  When we are weak in faith, strengthen us.  When we are cold in love, warm us, that with fervor we may love our neighbors and serve them for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The word of the Lord en- | dures forever.
That word is the good news that was an- | nounced to you. Alleluia. (1 Pet. 1:25)

Color: Green
 

Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

October 10, 2010 (Lectionary 28)
Complementary Series
2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15c
Psalm 111 (1)
2 Timothy 2:8-15
Luke 17:11-19

Semicontinuous Series
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-12 (9)
2 Timothy 2:8-15
Luke 17:11-19
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty and most merciful God, your bountiful goodness fills all creation.  Keep us safe from all that may hurt us, that, whole and well in body and spirit, we may with grateful hearts accomplish all that you would have us do, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Give thanks in all | circumstances;
for this is the will of God in Christ Je- | sus for you. Alleluia. (1 Thess. 5:18)

Color: Green
 

Day of Thanksgiving (Canada)

October 11, 2010
Deuteronomy 26:1-11
Psalm 100 (4)
Philippians 4:4-9
John 6:25-35

Prayer of the Day
Almighty God our Father, your generous goodness comes to us new every day. By the work of your Spirit lead us to acknowledge your goodness, give thanks for your benefits, and serve you in willing obedience, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. God is able to provide you with every blessing | in abundance,
so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in ev- | 'ry good work. Alleluia. (2 Cor. 9:8)

Color: Green
 

Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost

October 17, 2010 (Lectionary 29)
Complementary Series
Genesis 32:22-31
Psalm 121 (2)
2 Timothy 3:14–4:5
Luke 18:1-8

Semicontinuous Series
Jeremiah 31:27-34
Psalm 119:97-104 (103)
2 Timothy 3:14–4:5
Luke 18:1-8

Prayer of the Day
O Lord God, tireless guardian of your people, you are always ready to hear our cries.  Teach us to rely day and night on your care.  Inspire us to seek your enduring justice for all this suffering world, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The word of God is liv- | ing and active,
able to judge the thoughts and intentions | of the heart. Alleluia. (Heb. 4:12)

Color: Green
 

Luke, Evangelist

October 18, 2010
Isaiah 43:8-13 or Isaiah 35:5-8
Psalm 124 (8)
2 Timothy 4:5-11
Luke 1:1-4; 24:44-53
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you inspired your servant Luke to reveal in his gospel the love and healing power of your Son. Give your church the same love and power to heal, and to proclaim your salvation among the nations to the glory of your name, through Jesus Christ, your Son, our healer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who an- | nounces peace,*
who brings good news, who announc- | es salvation. Alleluia. (Isa. 52:7)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost

October 24, 2010 (Lectionary 30)
Complementary Series
Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-22 or Sirach 35:12-17
Psalm 84:1-7 (5)
2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18
Luke 18:9-14

Semicontinuous Series
Joel 2:23-32
Psalm 65 (11)
2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18
Luke 18:9-14

Prayer of the Day
Holy God, our righteous judge, daily your mercy suprises us with everlasting forgiveness.  Strengthen our hope in you, and grant that all the peoples of the earth may find their glory in you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. All who exalt themselves | will be humbled,
but all who humble themselves will | be exalted. Alleluia. (Luke 18:14)

Color: Green
 

Simon and Jude, Apostles

October 28, 2010
Jeremiah 26:[1-6] 7-16
Psalm 11 (1)
1 John 4:1-6
John 14:21-27
 
Prayer of the Day
O God, we thank you for the glorious company of the apostles, and especially on this day for Simon and Jude. We pray that, as they were faithful and zealous in your mission, so we may with ardent devotion make known the love and mercy of our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,
and to the ends | of the earth. Alleluia. (Acts 1:8)

Color: Scarlet/Red
 

Reformation Day

October 31, 2010
Jeremiah 31:31-34
Psalm 46 (7)
Romans 3:19-28
John 8:31-36
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, gracious Lord, we thank you that your Holy Spirit renews the church in every age. Pour out your Holy Spirit on your faithful people. Keep them steadfast in your word, protect and comfort them in times of trial, defend them against all enemies of the gospel, and bestow on the church your saving peace, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
   or
Gracious Father, we pray for your holy catholic church. Fill it with all truth and peace. Where it is corrupt, purify it; where it is in error, direct it; where in anything it is amiss, reform it; where it is right, strengthen it; where it is in need, provide for it; where it is divided, reunite it; for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
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)

Color: Red
 

Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost

October 31, 2010 (Lectionary 31)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 1:10-18
Psalm 32:1-7 (6)
2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12
Luke 19:1-10

Semicontinuous Series
Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:1-4
Psalm 119:137-144 (144)
2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12
Luke 19:1-10

 
Prayer of the Day
Merciful God, gracious and benevolent, through your Son you invite all the world to a meal of mercy.  Grant that we may eagerly follow his call, and bring us with all your saints into your life of justice and joy, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Today salvation has come | to this house,
for the Son of Man came to seek out and to | save the lost. Alleluia. (Luke 19:9, 10)

Color: Green
 

All Saints Day

November 1, 2010 (May be transferred to November 7)
Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18
Psalm 149 (1)
Ephesians 1:11-23
Luke 6:20-31
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you have knit your people together in one communion in the mystical body of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Grant us grace to follow your blessed saints in lives of faith and commitment, and to know the inexpressible joys you have prepared for those who love you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. They are before the | throne of God,
and the one who is seated on the throne will | shelter them. Alleluia. (Rev. 7:15)

Color: White
 

Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost

November 7, 2010 (Lectionary 32)
Complementary Series
Job 19:23-27a
Psalm 17:1-9 (8)
2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17
Luke 20:27-38

Semicontinuous Series
Haggai 1:15b–2:9
Psalm 145:1-5, 18-21 (3) or Psalm 98 (9)
2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17
Luke 20:27-38

Prayer of the Day
O God, our eternal redeemer, by the presence of your Spirit you renew and direct our hearts.  Keep always in our mind the end of all things and the day of judgment.  Inspire us for a holy life here, and bring us to the joy of the resurrection, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Jesus Christ is the firstborn | of the dead;
to him be glory and dominion forev- | er and ever. Alleluia. (Rev. 1:5, 6)

Color: Green
 

Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost

November 14, 2010 (Lectionary 33)
Complementary Series
Malachi 4:1-2a
Psalm 98 (9)
2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
Luke 21:5-19

Semicontinuous Series
Isaiah 65:17-25
Isaiah 12:2-6 (6)
2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
Luke 21:5-19

Prayer of the Day
O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without you nothing is strong, nothing is holy.  Embrace us with your mercy, that with you as our ruler and guide, we may live through what is temporary without losing what is eternal, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Stand up and | raise your heads,
because your redemption is | drawing near. Alleluia. (Luke 21:28)

Color: Green
 

Christ the King/Last Sunday after Pentecost

November 21, 2010 (Lectionary 34)
Complementary Series
Jeremiah 23:1-6
Psalm 46 (10)
Colossians 1:11-20
Luke 23:33-43

Semicontinuous Series
Jeremiah 23:1-6
Luke 1:68-79 (69)
Colossians 1:11-20
Luke 23:33-43

Prayer of the Day
O God, our true life, to serve you is freedom, and to know you is unending joy.  We worship you, we glorify you, we give thanks to you for your great glory.  Abide with us, reign in us, and make this world into a fit habitation for your divine majesty, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed is the one who comes in the name | of the Lord.
Blessed is the coming kingdom of our an- | cestor David. Alleluia. (Mark 11:9)

Color: White or Green
 

Day of Thanksgiving (U.S.A.)

November 25, 2010
Deuteronomy 26:1-11
Psalm 100 (4)
Philippians 4:4-9
John 6:25-35

Prayer of the Day
Almighty God our Father, your generous goodness comes to us new every day. By the work of your Spirit lead us to acknowledge your goodness, give thanks for your benefits, and serve you in willing obedience, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. God is able to provide you with every blessing | in abundance,
so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in ev- | 'ry good work. Alleluia. (2 Cor. 9:8)

Color: Green 
 

First Sunday of Advent

November 28, 2010
Isaiah 2:1-5
Psalm 122 (1)
Romans 13:11-14
Matthew 24:36-44
 
Prayer of the Day
Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. By your merciful protection save us from the threatening dangers of our sins, and enlighten our walk in the way of your salvation, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Show us your steadfast | love, O LORD.
and grant us | your salvation. Alleluia. (Ps. 85:7)

Color: Blue
 

Andrew, Apostle

November 29, 2010
Ezekiel 3:16-21
Psalm 19:1-6 (4)
Romans 10:10-18
John 1:35-42
 
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you gave your apostle Andrew the grace to obey the call of your Son and to bring his brother to Jesus. Give us also, who are called by your holy word, grace to follow Jesus without delay and to bring into his presence those who are near to us, for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
 
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,
and to the ends | of the earth. Alleluia. (Acts 1:8)

Color: Scarlet/Red