The Holy Trinity
First Sunday after PentecostMay 26, 2013
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
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Visit of Mary to Elizabeth May 31, 2013
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
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Second Sunday after PentecostJune 2, 2013 (Lectionary 9)
Complementary Series
1 Kings 8:22-23, 41-43
Psalm 96:1-9 (3)
Galatians 1:1-12
Luke 7:1-10
Semicontinuous Series
1 Kings 18:20-21[22-29] 30-39
Psalm 96 (7)
Galatians 1:1-12
Luke 7:1-10
Prayer of the Day
Merciful Lord God, we do not presume to come before you trusting in our own righteousness, but in your great and abundant mercies. Revive our faith, we pray; heal our bodies, and mend our communities, that we may evermore dwell in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. God so loved the world that he gave his | only Son,*
so that everyone who believes in him should not perish, but have e- | ternal life. Alleluia.
(John 3:16)
Color: Green
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Third Sunday after PentecostJune 9, 2013 (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
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Barnabas, ApostleJune 11, 2013
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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Fourth Sunday after Pentecost June 16, 2013 (Lectionary 11)
Complementary Series
2 Samuel 11:26—12:10; 12:13–15
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
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Fifth Sunday after PentecostJune 23, 2013 (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
Psalm 42—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
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John the BaptistJune 24, 2013
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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Peter and Paul, ApostlesJune 29, 2013
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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Sixth Sunday after PentecostJune 30, 2013 (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
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Thomas, ApostleJuly 3, 2013
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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Seventh Sunday after Pentecost July 7, 2013 (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
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Eighth Sunday after Pentecost July 14, 2013 (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
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Ninth Sunday after Pentecost July 21, 2013 (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
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Mary Magdalene, ApostleJuly 22, 2013
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, 2013
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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Tenth Sunday after Pentecost July 28, 2013 (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 you; search and | you will find;*
knock, and the door will be o- | pened to you. Alleluia. (Luke 11:9)
Color: Green
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Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost August 4, 2013 (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
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Twelfth Sunday after PentecostAugust 11, 2013 (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. 24:42, 44)
Color: Green
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Mary, Mother of Our LordAugust 15, 2013
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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Thirteenth Sunday after PentecostAugust 18, 2013 (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, 8–19 (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
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Bartholomew, ApostleAugust 24, 2013
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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Fourteenth Sunday after PentecostAugust 25, 2013 (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 through 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
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Fifteenth Sunday after PentecostSeptember 1, 2013 (Lectionary 22)
Complementary Series
Proverbs 25:6–7
Psalm 112 (4)
Hebrews 13:1–8, 15–16
Luke 14:1, 7–14
Semicontinuous Series
Jeremiah 2:4–13 or Sirach 10:12–18
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
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Sixteenth Sunday after PentecostSeptember 8, 2013 (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 (1)
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 face shine up- | on your servant,*
and teach | me your statutes. Alleluia. (Ps. 119:135)
Color: Green
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Holy Cross DaySeptember 14, 2013
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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Seventeenth Sunday after PentecostSeptember 15, 2013 (Lectionary 24)
Complementary Series
Exodus 32:7–14
Psalm 51:1–10 (1)
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
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Matthew, Apostle and EvangelistSeptember 21, 2013
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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Eighteenth Sunday after PentecostSeptember 22, 2013 (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
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Nineteenth Sunday after PentecostSeptember 29, 2013 (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
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Michael and All AngelsSeptember 29, 2013
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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Twentieth Sunday after PentecostOctober 6, 2013 (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
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Twenty-First Sunday after PentecostOctober 13, 2013 (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
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Day of Thanksgiving (Canada)October 14, 2013
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, 2013
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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Twenty-Second Sunday after PentecostOctober 20, 2013 (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
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Twenty-Third Sunday after PentecostOctober 27, 2013 (Lectionary 30)
[If not observing Reformation Sunday]
Complementary Series
Jeremiah 14:7–10, 19–22
Psalm 84:1–7 (5)
2 Timothy 4:6–8, 16–18
Luke 18:9–14
Semicontinuous Series
Joel 2:23–32 or Sirach 35:12–17 (Alternate)
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 surprises 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
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Reformation DayOctober 31, 2013
(May be transferred to Reformation Sunday, October 27)
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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Simon and Jude, ApostlesOctober 28, 2013
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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All Saints DayNovember 1, 2013
(may be transferred to Sunday , November 3)
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-Fourth Sunday after PentecostNovember 3, 2013 (Lectionary 31)
[If not observing All Saints Sunday]
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
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Twenty-Fifth Sunday after PentecostNovember 10, 2013 (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, 17–21 (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
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Twenty-Sixth Sunday after PentecostNovember 17, 2013 (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
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Christ the KingNovember 24, 2013 (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
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Day of Thanksgiving (U.S.A.)November 28, 2013
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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Andrew, Apostle November 30, 2013
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
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