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.
or
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.
or
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.
or
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.
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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.
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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