Barnabas, ApostleJune 11, 2014
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
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The Holy Trinity
First Sunday after PentecostJune 15, 2014
Genesis 1:1—2:4a
Psalm 8 (1)
2 Corinthians 13:11–13
Matthew 28:16–20
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
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Second Sunday after PentecostJune 22, 2014 (Lectionary 12)
Complementary Series
Jeremiah 20:7–13
Psalm 69:7–10[11–15] 16–18
Answer me, O LORD, for your love is kind. (Ps. 69:16)
Romans 6:1b–11
Matthew 10:24–39
Semicontinuous Series
Genesis 21:8–21
Psalm 86:1–10, 16–17 (16)
Romans 6:1b–11
Matthew 10:24–39
Prayer of the Day
Teach us, good Lord God, to serve you as you deserve, to give and not to count the cost, to fight and not to heed the wounds, to toil and not to seek for rest, to labor and not to ask for reward, except that of knowing that we do your will, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Jesus says, The Spirit of the Lord will testify on | my behalf,*
and you also | are to testify. Alleluia. (John 15:26, 27)
Color: Green |
John the BaptistJune 24, 2014
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
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Third Sunday after PentecostJune 29, 2014 (Lectionary 13)
Complementary Series
Jeremiah 28:5–9
Psalm 89:1–4, 15–18
Your love, O LORD, forever will I sing. (Ps. 89:1)
Romans 6:12–23
Matthew 10:40–42
Semicontinuous Series
Genesis 22:1–14
Psalm 13 (5)
Romans 6:12–23
Matthew 10:40–42
Prayer of the Day
O God, you direct our lives by your grace, and your words of justice and mercy reshape the world. Mold us into a people who welcome your word and serve one another, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a | holy nation,*
in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of the one who called you out of darkness into his | marvelous light. Alleluia. (1 Peter 2:9)
Color: Green |
Peter and Paul, ApostlesJune 29, 2014
Acts 12:1-11
Psalm 87:1-3, 5-7 (3)
2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18
John 21:15-19
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
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Thomas, ApostleJuly 3, 2014
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
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Fourth Sunday after Pentecost July 6, 2014 (Lectionary 14)
Complementary Series
Zechariah 9:9–12
Psalm 145:8–14
The LORD is gracious and full of compassion. (Ps. 145:8)
Song of Solomon 2:8–13 (Alternate)
Arise, my love, my fair one, and come away. (Song of Sol. 2:10)
Romans 7:15–25a
Matthew 11:16–19, 25–30
Semicontinuous Series
Genesis 24:34–38, 42–49, 58–67
Psalm 45:10–17 (7)
Romans 7:15–25a
Matthew 11:16–19, 25–30
Prayer of the Day
You are great, O God, and greatly to be praised. You have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you. Grant that we may believe in you, call upon you, know you, and serve you, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed are you, Lord of | heav'n and earth;*
you have revealed these | things to infants. Alleluia. (Matt. 11:25)
Color: Green |
Fifth Sunday after PentecostJuly 13, 2014 (Lectionary 15)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 55:10–13
Psalm 65:[1–8] 9–13
Your paths overflow with plenty. (Ps. 65:11)
Romans 8:1–11
Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23
Semicontinuous Series
Genesis 25:19–34 (Semi-continuous)
Psalm 119:105–112 (105)
Romans 8:1–11
Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, we thank you for planting in us the seed of your word. By your Holy Spirit help us to receive it with joy, live according to it, and grow in faith and hope and love, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The word is very | near to you;*
it is in your mouth and | in your heart. Alleluia. (Deut. 30:14)
Color: Green
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Sixth Sunday after PentecostJuly 20, 2014 (Lectionary 16)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 44:6–8 or Wisdom of Solomon 12:13, 16–19
Psalm 86:11–17 (11)
Romans 8:12–25
Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43
Semicontinuous Series
Genesis 28:10–19a (Semi-continuous)
Psalm 139:1–12, 23–24 (1)
Romans 8:12–25
Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43
Prayer of the Day
Faithful God, most merciful judge, you care for your children with firmness and compassion. By your Spirit nurture us who live in your kingdom, that we may be rooted in the way of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. My word shall accomplish that | which I purpose,*
and succeed in the thing for | which I sent it. Alleluia. (Isa. 55:11)
Color: Green |
Mary Magdalene, ApostleJuly 22, 2014
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
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James, ApostleJuly 25, 2014
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
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Seventh Sunday after Pentecost July 27, 2014 (Lectionary 17)
Complementary Series
1 Kings 3:5–12
Psalm 119:129–136 (130) or Psalm 128 (1)
Romans 8:26–39
Matthew 13:31–33, 44–52
Semicontinuous Series
Genesis 29:15–28
Psalm 105:1–11, 45b (1, 45)
Romans 8:26–39
Matthew 13:31–33, 44–52
Prayer of the Day
Beloved and sovereign God, through the death and resurrection of your Son you bring us into your kingdom of justice and mercy. By your Spirit, give us your wisdom, that we may treasure the life that comes from Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Many will come from | east and west*
and will eat in the king- | dom of heaven. Alleluia. (Matt. 8:11)
Color: Green |
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost August 3, 2014 (Lectionary 18)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 55:1–5
Psalm 145:8–9, 14–21 (16)
Romans 9:1–5
Matthew 14:13–21
Semicontinuous Series
Genesis 32:22–31 (Semi-continuous)
Psalm 17:1–7, 15 (15)
Romans 9:1–5
Matthew 14:13–21
Prayer of the Day
Glorious God, your generosity waters the world with goodness, and you cover creation with abundance. Awaken in us a hunger for the food that satisfies both body and spirit, and with this food fill all the starving world; through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. One does not live by | bread alone,*
but by every word that comes from the | mouth of God. Alleluia. (Matt. 4:4)
Color: Green |
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost August 10, 2014 (Lectionary 19)
Complementary Series
1 Kings 19:9–18
Psalm 85:8–13 (8)
Romans 10:5–15
Matthew 14:22–33
Semicontinuous Series
Genesis 37:1–4, 12–28
Psalm 105:1–6, 16–22, 45b (45)
Romans 10:5–15
Matthew 14:22–33
Prayer of the Day
O God our defender, storms rage around and within us and cause us to be afraid. Rescue your people from despair, deliver your sons and daughters from fear, and preserve us in the faith of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. I wait for | you, O LORD;*
in your word | is my hope. Alleluia. (Ps. 130:5)
Color: Green
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Mary, Mother of Our LordAugust 15, 2014
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
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Tenth Sunday after Pentecost August 17, 2014 (Lectionary 20)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 56:1, 6–8
Psalm 67 (3)
Romans 11:1–2a, 29–32
Matthew 15:[10–20] 21–28
Semicontinuous Series
Genesis 45:1–15
Psalm 133 (1)
Romans 11:1–2a, 29–32
Matthew 15:[10–20] 21–28
Prayer of the Day
God of all peoples, your arms reach out to embrace all those who call upon you. Teach us as disciples of your Son to love the world with compassion and constancy, that your name may be known throughout the earth, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Jesus preached the good news | of the kingdom*
and cured every sickness a- | mong the people. Alleluia. (Matt. 4:23)
Color: Green |
Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost August 24, 2014 (Lectionary 21)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 51:1–6
Psalm 138
O LORD, your steadfast love endures forever. (Ps. 138:8)
Romans 12:1–8
Matthew 16:13–20
Semicontinuous Series
Exodus 1:8 — 2:10
Psalm 124 (7)
Romans 12:1–8
Matthew 16:13–20
Prayer of the Day
O God, with all your faithful followers of every age, we praise you, the rock of our life. Be our strong foundation and form us into the body of your Son, that we may gladly minister to all the world, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You are | the Messiah,*
the Son of the | living God. Alleluia. (Matt. 16:16)
Color: Green |
Bartholomew, ApostleAugust 24, 2014
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 announ- | ces salvation. Alleluia. (Isa. 52:7)
Color: Scarlet/Red
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Twelfth Sunday after PentecostAugust 31, 2014 (Lectionary 22)
Complementary Series
Jeremiah 15:15–21
Psalm 26:1–8 (3)
Romans 12:9–21
Matthew 16:21–28
Semicontinuous Series
Exodus 3:1–15
Psalm 105:1–6, 23–26, 45b (1, 45)
Romans 12:9–21
Matthew 16:21–28
Prayer of the Day
O God, we thank you for your Son, who chose the path of suffering for the sake of the world. Humble us by his example, point us to the path of obedience, and give us strength to follow your commands, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. May the God of our Lord Jesus Christ enlighten the eyes | of our hearts,*
so that we may know the hope to which | God has called us. Alleluia. (Eph. 1:17, 18)
Color: Green |
Thirteenth Sunday after PentecostSeptember 7, 2014 (Lectionary 23)
Complementary Series
Ezekiel 33:7–11
(Semi-continuous)
Psalm 119:33–40 (35)
Romans 13:8–14
Matthew 18:15–20
Semicontinuous Series
Exodus 12:1–14
Psalm 149 (1)
Romans 13:8–14
Matthew 18:15–20
Prayer of the Day
O Lord God, enliven and preserve your church with your perpetual mercy. Without your help, we mortals will fail; remove far from us everything that is harmful, and lead us toward all that gives life and salvation, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. In Christ God was reconciling the world | to himself,*
entrusting the message of reconcilia- | tion to us. Alleluia. (2 Cor. 5:19)
Color: Green |
Fourteenth Sunday after PentecostSeptember 14, 2014 (Lectionary 24)
Complementary Series
Genesis 50:15–21
(Semi-continuous)
Psalm 103:[1–7] 8–13 (8)
Romans 14:1–12
Matthew 18:21–35
Semicontinuous Series
Exodus 14:19–31
Psalm 114 (7) or Exodus 15:1b–11, 20–21 (1)
Romans 14:1–12
Matthew 18:21–35
Prayer of the Day
O Lord God, merciful judge, you are the inexhaustible fountain of forgiveness. Replace our hearts of stone with hearts that love and adore you, that we may delight in doing your will,
through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. We have an advocate, Jesus | Christ the righteous;*
your sins are forgiven on account | of his name. Alleluia. (1 John 2:1, 12)
Color: Green
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Holy Cross DaySeptember 14, 2014
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
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Fifteenth Sunday after PentecostSeptember 21, 2014 (Lectionary 25)
Complementary Series
Jonah 3:10—4:11 (Semi-continuous) Psalm 145:1–8 (8) Philippians 1:21–30 Matthew 20:1–16 Semicontinuous Series
Exodus 16:2–15 Psalm 105:1–6, 37–45 (1, 45) Philippians 1:21–30 Matthew 20:1–16 Prayer of the Day
Almighty and eternal God, you show perpetual lovingkindness to us your servants. Because we cannot rely on our own abilities, grant us your merciful judgment, and train us to embody the generosity of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Open our | hearts, O Lord,*
to give heed to what is said | by your Son. Alleluia.
Color: Green |
Matthew, Apostle and EvangelistSeptember 22, 2014 (transferred from September 21)
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
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Sixteenth Sunday after PentecostSeptember 28, 2014 (Lectionary 26)
Complementary Series
Ezekiel 18:1–4, 25–32
(Semi-continuous)
Psalm 25:1–9 (6)
Philippians 2:1–13
Matthew 21:23–32
Semicontinuous Series
Exodus 17:1–7
Psalm 78:1–4, 12–16 (4)
Philippians 2:1–13
Matthew 21:23–32
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
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Michael and All AngelsSeptember 29, 2014
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
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Seventeenth Sunday after PentecostOctober 5, 2014 (Lectionary 27)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 5:1–7
Psalm 80:7–15 (14, 15)
Philippians 3:4b–14
Matthew 21:33–46
Semicontinuous Series
Exodus 20:1–4, 7–9, 12–20
Psalm 19 (8)
Philippians 3:4b–14
Matthew 21:33–46
Prayer of the Day
Beloved God, from you come all things that are good. Lead us by the inspiration of your Spirit to know those things that are right, and by your merciful guidance, help us to do them, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Jesus says, I chose you and ap- | pointed you*
to go and bear fruit | that will last. Alleluia. (John 15:16)
Color: Green |
Eighteenth Sunday after PentecostOctober 12, 2014 (Lectionary 28)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 25:1–9
Psalm 23 (5)
Philippians 4:1–9
Matthew 22:1–14
Semicontinuous Series
Exodus 32:1–14
Psalm 106:1–6, 19–23 (4)
Philippians 4:1–9
Matthew 22:1–14
Prayer of the Day
Lord of the feast, you have prepared a table before all peoples and poured out your life with abundance. Call us again to your banquet. Strengthen us by what is honorable, just, and pure, and transform us into a people of righteousness and peace, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. This is the LORD for whom | we have waited;*
let us be glad and rejoice in | God's salvation. Alleluia. (Isa. 25:9)
Color: Green |
Day of Thanksgiving (Canada)October 14, 2014
Joel 2:21-27
Psalm 126 (3)
1 Timothy 2:1-7
Matthew 6:25-33
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
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Luke, Evangelist
October 18, 2014
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
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Nineteenth Sunday after PentecostOctober 19, 2014 (Lectionary 29)
Complementary Series
Isaiah 45:1–7 Psalm 96:1–9 [10–13] Ascribe to the LORD honor and power. (Ps. 96:7) 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10 Matthew 22:15–22 Semicontinuous Series
Exodus 33:12–23 Psalm 99 (5) 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10 Matthew 22:15–22 Prayer of the Day
Sovereign God, raise your throne in our hearts. Created by you, let us live in your image; created for you, let us act for your glory; redeemed by you, let us give you what is yours, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Shine like stars | in the world,*
holding fast to the | word of life. Alleluia. (Phil. 2:15, 16)
Color: Green |
Twentieth Sunday after PentecostOctober 26, 2014 (Lectionary 30)
[If not observing Reformation Sunday]
Complementary Series
Leviticus 19:1–2, 15–18
Psalm 1 (2)
1 Thessalonians 2:1–8
Matthew 22:34–46
Semicontinuous Series
Deuteronomy 34:1–12
Psalm 90:1–6, 13–17 (Semi-continuous)
Show your servants your works, and your splendor to their children. (Ps. 90:16)
1 Thessalonians 2:1–8
Matthew 22:34–46
Prayer of the Day
O Lord God, you are the holy lawgiver, you are the salvation of your people. By your Spirit renew us in your covenant of love, and train us to care tenderly for all our neighbors, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Beloved, since God loved | us so much,*
we also ought to love | one another. Alleluia. (1 John 4:11)
Color: Green
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Simon and Jude, ApostlesOctober 28, 2014
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
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Reformation DayOctober 31, 2014
(May be transferred to Reformation Sunday, October 26)
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
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All Saints DayNovember 1, 2014
(may be transferred to Sunday , November 2)
Isaiah 25:6-9 or Wisdom of Solomon 3:1-9
Psalm 24 (5)
Revelation 21:1-6a
John 11:32-44
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
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Twenty-First Sunday after PentecostNovember 2, 2014 (Lectionary 31)
[If not observing All Saints Sunday]
Complementary Series
Micah 3:5–12
Psalm 43 (3)
1 Thessalonians 2:9–13
Matthew 23:1–12
Semicontinuous Series
Joshua 3:7–17
Psalm 107:1–7, 33–37 (8)
1 Thessalonians 2:9–13
Matthew 23:1–12
Prayer of the Day
O God, generous and supreme, your loving Son lived among us, instructing us in the ways of humility and justice. Continue to ease our burdens, and lead us to serve alongside of him,
Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You have one instructor, | the Messiah;*
the greatest among you will | be your servant. Alleluia. (Matt. 23:10, 11)
Color: Green
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Twenty-Second Sunday after PentecostNovember 9, 2014 (Lectionary 32)
Complementary Series
Amos 5:18–24 or Wisdom of Solomon 6:12–16 Psalm 70 (5) Psalm 78:1–7 (Semi-continuous) We will recount to generations to come the power of the LORD. (Ps. 78:4) Wisdom of Solomon 6:17–20 (Alternate) The beginning of wisdom is the most sincere desire for instruction. (Wis. 6:17) 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 Matthew 25:1–13 Semicontinuous Series
Joshua 24:1–3a, 14–25 Psalm 78:1–7 (4) or Wisdom of Solomon 6:17–20 (17) 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 Matthew 25:1–13 Prayer of the Day
O God of justice and love, you illumine our way through life with the words of your Son. Give us the light we need, and awaken us to the needs of others, 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. 24:42, 44)
Color: Green |
Twenty-Third Sunday after PentecostNovember 16, 2014 (Lectionary 33)
Complementary Series
Zephaniah 1:7, 12–18
Psalm 90:1–8[9–11] 12 (12)
Psalm 123 (Semi-continuous)
Our eyes look to you, O God, until you show us your mercy. (Ps. 123:2)
1 Thessalonians 5:1–11
Matthew 25:14–30
Semicontinuous Series
Judges 4:1–7
Psalm 123 (2)
1 Thessalonians 5:1–11
Matthew 25:14–30
Prayer of the Day
Righteous God, our merciful master, you own the earth and all its peoples, and you give us all that we have. Inspire us to serve you with justice and wisdom, and prepare us for the joy of the day of your coming, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Abide in me as I a- | bide in you;*
those who abide in me | bear much fruit. Alleluia. (John 15:4, 5)
Color: Green |
Christ the KingNovember 23 2014 (Lectionary 34)
Complementary Series
Ezekiel 34:11–16, 20–24
Psalm 95:1–7a (7)
Ephesians 1:15–23
Matthew 25:31–46
Semicontinuous Series
Ezekiel 34:11–16, 20–24
Psalm 100 (3)
Ephesians 1:15–23
Matthew 25:31–46
Prayer of the Day
O God of power and might, your Son shows us the way of service, and in him we inherit the riches of your grace. Give us the wisdom to know what is right and the strength to serve 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. 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
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Day of Thanksgiving (U.S.A.)November 27, 2014
Deuteronomy 26:1–11
Psalm 100
Enter God's gates with thanksgiving. (Ps. 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
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