ELCA Lectionary Year B 2017 2018

Year B ― 2017/2018
Year B focuses on the Gospel of Mark with more selections from the Gospel of John than any
other year. The semi-continuous readings from the Old Testament focus on the covenant of
David and Wisdom literature. The second, New Testament, readings are from 1 and 2
Corinthians, Ephesians, James and Hebrews.
Christmas
Advent Dec. 24, 2017 through Jan. 6, 2018
Dec. 3, 2017 through Dec. 24, 2017
Time after Epiphany Lent
Jan. 7, 2018 through Feb. 13, 2018 Feb. 14, 2018 through Mar. 28, 2018
The Three Days Easter

Mar. 29, 2018 through Mar. 31, 2018 Apr. 1, 2018 through May 20, 2018
Time after Pentecost

May 21, 2018 through Nov. 28, 2018
YEAR B 2017/2018 — Advent

This Church Year Calendar, Propers and Daily Lectionary uses the Revised
Common Lectionary as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006).
Scripture references are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible.
The appointed psalm refrain for Sundays and festivals is from the verse in
parentheses.
DAY AND DATE FIRST READING SECOND READING PSALM

Thu, Nov. 30 Zechariah 13:1-9 Revelation 14:6-13 Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19
Or
Thu., Nov. 30
Andrew, Apostle
Readings
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
Fri – Dec. 1 Zechariah 14:1-9 1 Thessalonians 4:1-18 Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19
Sat – Dec. 2 Micah 2:1-13 Matthew 24:15-31 Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19
Sun. Dec. 3 - First Sunday of Advent
Readings
Isaiah 64:1-9
Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19 (7)
1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Mark 13:24-37
Prayer of the Day

Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. By your merciful protection waken us to the threatening
dangers of our sins, and keep us blameless until the coming of your new day, 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
Mon — Dec. 4 Micah 4:1-5 Revelation 15:1-8 Psalm 79
Tue — Dec. 5 Micah 4:6-13 Revelation 18:1-10 Psalm 79
Wed — Dec. 6 Micah 5:1-5a Luke 21:34-38 Psalm 79
Thu - Dec. 7 Hosea 6:1-6 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10 Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13
Fri - Dec. 8 Jeremiah 1:4-10 Acts 11:19-26 Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13
Sat - Dec. 9 Ezekiel 36:24-28 Mark 11:27-33 Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13
Sun. Dec. 10 - Second Sunday of Advent
Readings
Isaiah 40:1-11
Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13 (13)
2 Peter 3:8-15a
Mark 1:1-8
Prayer of the Day

Stir up our hearts, Lord God, to prepare the way of your only Son. By his coming strengthen us to serve you
with purified 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
Alleluia. Prepare the way | of the Lord.
All flesh shall see the salva- | tion of God. Alleluia. (Luke 3:4, 6)
Color: Blue
Mon - Dec. 11 Isaiah 26:7-15 Acts 2:37-42 Psalm 27
Tue - Dec. 12 Isaiah 4:2-6 Acts 11:1-8 Psalm 27
Wed - Dec. 13 Malachi 2:10—3:1 Luke 1:5-17 Psalm 27
Thu - Dec. 14 Habakkuk 2:1-5 Philippians 3:7-11 Psalm 126
Fri - Dec. 15 Habakkuk 3:2-6 Philippians 3:12-16 Psalm 126
Sat - Dec. 16 Habakkuk 3:13-19 Matthew 21:28-32 Psalm 126
Sun. Dec. 17 - Third Sunday of Advent
Readings
Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11
Psalm 126 (3) or Luke 1:46b-55 (52)
1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
John 1:6-8, 19-28
Prayer of the Day

Stir up the wills of your faithful people, Lord God, and open our ears to the words of your prophets, that,
anointed by your Spirit, we may testify to 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. I am sending my messen- | ger before you,
who will prepare your | way before you. Alleluia. (Matt. 11:10)
Color: Blue
Mon - Dec. 18 1 Kings 18:1-18 Ephesians 6:10-17 Psalm 125
Tue - Dec. 19 2 Kings 2:9-22 Acts 3:17—4:4 Psalm 125
Wed - Dec. 20 Malachi 3:16—4:6 Mark 9:9-13 Psalm 125
Thu - Dec. 21 2 Samuel 6:1-11 Hebrews 1:1-14 Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26
Fri - Dec. 22 2 Samuel 6:12-19 Hebrews 1:5-14 Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26
Sat - Dec. 23 Judges 13:2-24 John 7:40-52 Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26
Sun. Dec. 24 — Fourth Sunday of Advent
Readings
2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16
Luke 1:46b-55 (52) or Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26 (1)
Romans 16:25-27
Luke 1:26-38
Prayer of the Day

Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. With your abundant grace and might, free us from the sin that
would obstruct your mercy, that willingly we may bear your redeeming love to all the world, 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
YEAR B 2017/2018 — Christmas
parentheses.

Sun. Dec. 24
Nativity of Our Lord
I — Christmas Eve
Readings
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 rightness of his
glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
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
Mon. Dec. 25
II — Christmas Day
Readings
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
Mon. Dec. 25
III — Christmas Day
Readings
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
Tue. — Dec. 26 Jeremiah 26:1-9, Acts 6:8-15; 7:51-60 Psalm 148
12-15
Or
Tue. Dec. 26
Stephen, Deacon and Martyr
Readings
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
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
Wed. — Dec. 27 Exodus 33:18-23 1 John 1:1-9 Psalm 148
Or
Wed. Dec. 27
John, Apostle and Evangelist
Readings
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
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The Word became flesh and | lived among us,
and we have be- | held his glory. Alleluia. (John 1:14)
Color: White
Thu. — Dec. 28 Jeremiah 31:5-17 Matthew 2:13-18 Psalm 148
Fri. — Dec. 29 Isaiah 49:5-15 Matthew 12:46-50 Psalm 148
Or
Fri. Dec. 29
The Holy Innocents, Martyrs
Readings
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
Color: Scarlet/Red
Sat. — Dec. 30 Proverbs 9:1-12 2 Peter 3:8-13 Psalm 146
Sun. Dec. 31 — First Sunday of Christmas
Readings
Isaiah 61:10-62:3
Psalm 148 (13)
Galatians 4:4-7
Luke 2:22-40
Prayer of the Day

Almighty God, you wonderfully created the dignity of human nature and yet more wonderfully restored
it. In your mercy, let us share the divine life of the one who came to share our humanity, Jesus Christ,
your Son, our Lord, 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
Or
Sun. Dec. 31, 2017

New Year’s Eve
Readings
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
youbless 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
Mon. Jan. 1, 2018
Name of Jesus
Readings
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
Tue — Jan. 2 Proverbs 1:1-7 James 3:13-18 Psalm 148
Wed — Jan. 3 Proverbs 1:20-23 James 4:1-10 Psalm 110
Thu — Jan. 4 Proverbs 3:1-12 James 4:11-17 Psalm 110
Fri — Jan. 5 Proverbs 22:1-9 Luke 6:27-31 Psalm 110
Sat. Jan. 6
Epiphany of Our Lord
Readings
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
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. We have observed his star | at its rising,
and have come to | worship him. Alleluia. (Matt. 2:2)
Color: White
YEAR B 2017/2018 — Time After Epiphany

parentheses.
Sun. Jan. 7
Baptism of Our Lord
Readings
Genesis 1:1-5
Psalm 29 (3)
Acts 19:1-7
Mark 1:4-11
Prayer of the Day

Holy God, creator of light and giver of goodness, your voice moves over the waters. Immerse us in your
grace, and transform us by your Spirit, that we may follow after your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and
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
Mon — Jan. 8 Genesis 17:1-13 Romans 4:1-12 Psalm 69:1-5, 30-36
Tue — Jan. 9 Exodus 30:22-38 Acts 22:2-16 Psalm 69:1-5, 30-36
Wed — Jan. 10 Isaiah 41:14-20 John 1:29-34 Psalm 69:1-5, 30-36
Thu — Jan. 11 Judges 2:6-15 2 Corinthians 10:1-11 Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18
Fri — Jan. 12 Judges 2:16-23 Acts 13:16-25 Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18
Sat — Jan. 13 1 Samuel 2:21-25 Matthew 25:1-13 Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18
Sun. Jan. 14 — Second Sunday After Epiphany (Lectionary 2)
Readings
1 Samuel 3:1-10 [11-20]
Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 (1)
1 Corinthians 6:12-20
John 1:43-51
Prayer of the Day

Thanks be to you, Lord Jesus Christ, most merciful redeemer, for the countless blessings and benefits you
give. May we know you more clearly, love you more dearly, and follow you more nearly, day by day
praising you, with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. We have found | the Messiah:
Jesus Christ, who brings us | grace and truth. Alleluia. (John 1:41, 17)
Color: Green
Mon — Jan. 15 1 Samuel 9:27—10:8 2 Corinthians 6:14—7:1 Psalm 86
Tue — Jan. 16 1 Samuel 15:10-31 Acts 5:1-11 Psalm 86
Wed — Jan. 17 Genesis 16:1-14 Luke 18:15-17 Psalm 86
Thu — Jan. 18 Jeremiah 19:1-15 Revelation 18:11-20 Psalm 62:5-12
Or
Thu. Jan. 18
Confession of Peter
Readings
Acts 4:8-13
Psalm 18:1-6, 16-19 (2)
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
Gospel Acclamation
Color: White
Fri — Jan. 19 Jeremiah 20:7-13 2 Peter 3:1-7 Psalm 62:5-12
Sat — Jan. 20 Jeremiah 20:14-18 Luke 10:13-16 Psalm 62:5-12
Sun. Jan. 21 - Third Sunday after Epiphany (Lectionary 3)
Readings
Jonah 3:1-5, 10
Psalm 62:5-12 (6)
Mark 1:14-20
Prayer of the Day

Almighty God, by grace alone you call us and accept us in your service. Strengthen us by your Spirit,
and make us worthy of your call, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The time is fulfilled and the kingdom of God | has come near;
repent, and believe | in the good news. Alleluia. (Mark 1:15)
Color: Green
Mon — Jan. 22 Genesis 12:1-9 1 Corinthians 7:17-24 Psalm 46
Tue — Jan. 23 Genesis 45:25—46:7 Acts 5:33-42 Psalm 46
Wed — Jan. 24 Proverbs 8:1-21 Mark 3:13-19a Psalm 46
Thu — Jan. 25 Deuteronomy 3:23-29 Romans 9:6-18 Psalm 111
Or
Thu. Jan. 25
Conversion of Paul
Readings
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
Fri — Jan. 26 Deuteronomy Revelation 2:12-17 Psalm 111
12:28-32
Sat — Jan. 27 Deuteronomy 13:1-5 Matthew 8:28—9:1 Psalm 111
Sun. Jan. 28 — Fourth Sunday after Epiphany (Lectionary 4)
Readings
Deuteronomy 18:15-20
Psalm 111 (10)
Mark 1:21-28
Prayer of the Day

Compassionate God, you gather the whole universe into your radiant presence and continually reveal
your Son as our Savior. Bring wholeness to all that is broken and speak truth to us in our confusion, that
all creation will see and know your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The people who sat in darkness have seen | a great light;
for those who sat in the shadow of death | light has dawned. Alleluia. (Matt. 4:16)
Color: Green
Mon — Jan. 29 Numbers 22:1-21 Acts 21:17-26 Psalm 35:1-10
Tue — Jan. 30 Numbers 22:22-28 1 Corinthians 7:32-40 Psalm 35:1-10
Wed — Jan. 31 Jeremiah 29:1-14 Mark 5:1-20 Psalm 35:1-10
Thu — Feb. 1 Proverbs 12:10-21 Galatians 5:2-15 Psalm 147:1-11, 20c
Fri — Feb. 2 Job 36:1-23 1 Corinthians 9:1-16 Psalm 147:1-11, 20c
Or
Fri. Feb. 2
Presentation of Our Lord
Readings
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
Sat — Feb. 3 Isaiah 46:1-13 Matthew 12:9-14 Psalm 147:1-11, 20c
Sun. Feb. 4 — Fifth Sunday after Epiphany (Lectionary 5)
Readings
Isaiah 40:21-31
Psalm 147:1-11, 20c (3)
Mark 1:29-39
Prayer of the Day

Everlasting God, you give strength to the weak and power to the faint. Make us agents of your healing
and wholeness, that your good news may be made known to the ends of your creation, through Jesus
Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The servant of God took | our infirmities
and bore | our diseases. Alleluia. (Matt. 8:17)
Color: Green
Mon — Feb. 5 2 Kings 4:8-17, 32-37 Acts 14:1-7 Psalm 102:12-28
Tue — Feb. 6 2 Kings 8:1-6 Acts 15:36-41 Psalm 102:12-28
Wed — Feb. 7 Job 6:1-13 Mark 3:7-12 Psalm 102:12-28
Thu — Feb. 8 1 Kings 11:26-40 2 Corinthians 2:12-17 Psalm 50:1-6
Fri — Feb. 9 1 Kings 14:1-18 1 Timothy 1:12-20 Psalm 50:1-6
Sat — Feb. 10 1 Kings 16:1-7 Luke 19:41-44 Psalm 50:1-6
Sun. Feb. 11 — Transfiguration of Our Lord
Last Sunday after Epiphany
Readings
2 Kings 2:1-12
Psalm 50:1-6 (2)
2 Corinthians 4:3-6
Mark 9:2-9
Prayer of the Day

Almighty God, the resplendent light of your truth shines from the mountaintop into our hearts.
Transfigure us by your beloved Son, and illumine the world with your image, through Jesus Christ, our
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. This is my | Son, my Chosen,
lis- | ten to him! Alleluia. (Luke 9:35)
Color: White
Mon — Feb. 12 Exodus 19:7-25 Hebrews 2:1-4 Psalm 110:1-4
Tue — Feb. 13 Job 19:23-27 1 Timothy 3:14-16 Psalm 110:1-4
YEAR B 2017/2018 — Lent

parentheses.

Wed. Feb. 14
Ash Wed.
Readings
Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 or Isaiah 58:1-12
Psalm 51:1-17 (1)
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
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
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
Thu — Feb. 15 Daniel 9:1-14 1 John 1:3-10 Psalm 25:1-10
Fri — Feb. 16 Daniel 9:15-25a 2 Timothy 4:1-5 Psalm 25:1-10
Sat — Feb. 17 Psalm 32 Matthew 9:2-13 Psalm 25:1-10
Sun. Feb. 18 - First Sunday in Lent
Readings
Genesis 9:8-17
Psalm 25:1-10 (10)
1 Peter 3:18-22
Mark 1:9-15
Prayer of the Day

Holy God, heavenly Father, in the waters of the flood you saved the chosen, and in the wilderness of
temptation you protected your Son from sin. Renew us in the gift of baptism. May your holy angels be
with us, that the wicked foe may have no power over us, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who
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
Mon — Feb. 19 Job 4:1-21 Ephesians 2:1-10 Psalm 77
Tue — Feb. 20 Job 5:8-27 1 Peter 3:8-18a Psalm 77
Wed — Feb. 21 Proverbs 30:1-9 Matthew 4:1-11 Psalm 77
Thu — Feb. 22 Genesis 15:1-6, 12-18 Romans 3:21-31 Psalm 22:23-31
Fri — Feb. 23 Genesis 16:1-6 Romans 4:1-12 Psalm 22:23-31
Sat — Feb. 24 Genesis 16:7-15 Mark 8:27-30 Psalm 22:23-31
Sun. Feb. 25 — Second Sunday in Lent
Readings
Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16
Psalm 22:23-31 (27)
Romans 4:13-25
Mark 8:31-38
Prayer of the Day

O God, by the passion of your blessed Son you made an instrument of shameful death to be for us the
means of life. Grant us so to glory in the cross of Christ that we may gladly suffer shame and loss for the
sake of your Son, Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
Gospel Acclamation
May I never boast of anything except the cross of our Lord | Jesus Christ,
by which the world is crucified to me, and I | to the world. (Gal. 6:14)
Color: Purple
Mon — Feb. 26 Genesis 21:1-7 Hebrews 1:8-12 Psalm 105:1-11,
37-45
Tue — Feb. 27 Genesis 22:1-19 Hebrews 11:1-3, 13-19 Psalm 105:1-11,
37-45
Wed — Feb. 28 Jeremiah 30:12-22 John 12:36-43 Psalm 105:1-11,
37-45
Thu — Mar. 1 Exodus 19:1-9a 1 Peter 2:4-10 Psalm 19
Fri — Mar. 2 Exodus 19:9b-15 Acts 7:30-40 Psalm 19
Sat — Mar. 3 Exodus 19:16-25 Mark 9:2-8 Psalm 19
Sun. Mar. 4 — Third Sunday in Lent
Readings
Exodus 20:1-17
Psalm 19 (8)
I Corinthians 1:18-25
John 2:13-22
Prayer of the Day

Holy God, through your Son you have called us to live faithfully and act courageously. Keep us
steadfast in your covenant of grace, and teach us the wisdom that comes only through Jesus Christ, our
Gospel Acclamation
We proclaim Christ | crucified,
the power of God and the wis- | dom of God. (1 Cor. 1:23, 24)
Color: Purple
Mon — Mar. 5 1 Kings 6:1-4, 21-22 1 Corinthians 3:10-23 Psalm 84
Tue — Mar. 6 2 Chronicles 29:1-11, Hebrews 9:23-28 Psalm 84
16-19
Wed- Mar. 7 Ezra 6:1-16 Mark 11:15-19 Psalm 84
Thu — Mar. 8 Genesis 9:8-17 Ephesians 1:3-6 Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22
Fri — Mar. 9 Daniel 12:5-13 Ephesians 1:7-14 Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22
Sat — Mar. 10 Numbers 20:22-29 John 3:1-13 Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22
Sun. Mar. 11 — Fourth Sunday in Lent
Readings
Numbers 21:4-9
Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22 (19)
Ephesians 2:1-10
John 3:14-21
Prayer of the Day

O God, rich in mercy, by the humiliation of your Son you lifted up this fallen world and rescued us
from the hopelessness of death. Lead us into your light, that all our deeds may reflect 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
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. (John 3:16)
Color: Purple
Mon — Mar. 12 Exodus 15:22-27 Hebrews 3:1-6 Psalm 107:1-16
Tue — Mar. 13 Numbers 20:1-13 1 Corinthians 10:6-13 Psalm 107:1-16
Wed — Mar. 14 Isaiah 60:15-22 John 8:12-20 Psalm 107:1-16
Thu — Mar. 15 Isaiah 30:15-18 Hebrews 4:1-13 Psalm 51:1-12
Fri — Mar. 16 Exodus 30:1-10 Hebrews 4:14—5:4 Psalm 51:1-12
Sat — Mar. 17 Habakkuk 3:2-13 John 12:1-11 Psalm 51:1-12
Sun. Mar. 18 — Fifth Sunday in Lent
Readings
Jeremiah 31:31-34
Psalm 51:1-12 (10) or Psalm 119:9-16 (11)
Hebrews 5:5-10
John 12:20-33
Prayer of the Day

O God, with steadfast love you draw us to yourself, and in mercy you receive our prayers. Strengthen us
to bring forth the fruits of the Spirit, that through life and death we may live in your Son, Jesus Christ, our
Gospel Acclamation
Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains a | single grain;
but if it dies, it | bears much fruit. (John 12:24)
Color: Purple
Mon — Mar. 19 Isaiah 43:8-13 2 Corinthians 3:4-11 Psalm 119:9-16
Or
Mon. Mar. 19
Joseph, Guardian of Jesus
Readings
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
Tue — Mar. 20 Isaiah 44:1-8 Acts 2:14-24 Psalm 119:9-16
Wed — Mar. 21 Haggai 2:1-9, 20-23 John 12:34-50 Psalm 119:9-16
Thu — Mar. 22 Deuteronomy 16:1-8 Philippians 2:1-11 Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29
Fri — Mar. 23 Jeremiah 33:1-9 Philippians 2:12-18 Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29
Sat — Mar. 24 Jeremiah 33:10-16 Mark 10:32-34, 46-52 Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29
Sun. Mar. 25 — Sunday of the Passion/Palm Sunday
Readings
Procession with Palms: Mark 11:1-11 or John 12:12-16
Isaiah 50:4-9a
Psalm 31:9-16 (5)
Philippians 2:5-11
Mark 14:1 — 15:47 or Mark 15:1-39[40-47]
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,
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: Purple/Scarlet
Mon. Mar.26 — Monday in Holy Week
Readings
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)
Tues. Mar. 27 — Tuesday in Holy Week
Readings
Isaiah 49:1-7
Psalm 71:1-14 (6)
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
Gospel Acclamation
Wed. Mar. 28 — Wednesday in Holy Week
Readings
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
Gospel Acclamation
YEAR B 2017/2018 — The Three Days

parentheses.
Thu. Mar. 29 — Maundy Thursday
Readings
Exodus 12:1-4 [5-10] 11-14
Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19 (13)
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
Fri. Mar. 30 — Good Friday
Readings
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
Sat. Mar. 31 — Resurrection of Our Lord
Vigil of Easter
Readings
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
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
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
Gathering of God's People

Ninth Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-20
Call 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 Young Men 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
Or
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
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
YEAR B 2017/2018 — Easter

parentheses.

Sun. Apr. 1 — Resurrection of Our Lord
Easter Day
Readings
Acts 10:34-43 or Isaiah 25:6-9
Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 (24)
1 Corinthians 15:1-11 or Acts 10:34-43
Mark 16:1-8 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
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
Sun. Apr. 1 — Resurrection of Our Lord
Easter Evening
Readings
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
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Our hearts | burn within us
while you open to | us the scriptures. Alleluia. (Luke 24:27)
Color: White/Gold
Mon — Apr. 2 Genesis 1:1-19 1 Corinthians 15:35-49 Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
Or
Mon. Apr. 6 — Resurrection of Our Lord

Easter Mon.
These propers may be used for a service on Easter Mon. or on another day during the week after Easter Day.
Readings
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
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
Or
Mon. Apr. 2
Annunciation of Our Lord (transferred)
Readings
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
Tue — Apr. 3 Genesis 1:20—2:4a 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
Wed — Apr. 4 Song of Solomon Mark 16:1-8 Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
3:1-1
Thu — Apr. 5 Daniel 1:1-21 Acts 2:42-47 Psalm 133
Fri — Apr. 6 Daniel 2:1-23 Acts 4:23-31 Psalm 133
Sat — Apr. 7 Daniel 2:24-49 John 12:44-50 Psalm 133
Sun. Apr. 8 - Second Sunday of Easter
Readings
Acts 4:32-35
Psalm 133 (1)
1 John 1:1—2:2
John 20:19-31
Prayer of the Day

Almighty God, with joy we celebrate the day of our Lord’s resurrection. By the grace of Christ among us,
enable us to show the power of the resurrection in all that we say and do, through Jesus Christ, our Savior
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed are those who | have not seen
and yet have come | to believe. Alleluia. (John 20:29)
Color: White
Mon — Apr. 9 Daniel 3:1-30 1 John 2:3-11 Psalm 135
Tue — Apr. 10 Daniel 6:1-28 1 John 2:12-17 Psalm 135
Wed — Apr. 11 Isaiah 26:1-15 Mark 12:18-27 Psalm 135
Thu — Apr. 12 Daniel 9:1-19 1 John 2:18-25 Psalm 4
Fri — Apr. 13 Daniel 10:2-19 1 John 2:26-28 Psalm 4
Sat — Apr. 14 Acts 3:1-10 Luke 22:24-30 Psalm 4
Sun. Apr. 15 - Third Sunday of Easter
Readings
Acts 3:12-19
Psalm 4 (3)
1 John 3:1-7
Luke 24:36b-48
Prayer of the Day

Holy and righteous God, you are the author of life, and you adopt us to be your children. Fill us with your
words of life, that we may live as witnesses to the resurrection of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Our hearts | burn within us
while you open to | us the scriptures. Alleluia. (Luke 24:32)
Color: White
Mon — Apr. 16 Jeremiah 30:1-11a 1 John 3:10-16 Psalm 150
Tue — Apr. 17 Hosea 5:15—6:6 2 John 1-6 Psalm 150
Wed — Apr. 18 Proverbs 9:1-6 Mark 16:9-18 Psalm 150
Thu — Apr. 19 Genesis 30:25-43 Acts 3:17-26 Psalm 23
Fri — Apr. 20 Genesis 46:28—47:6 Acts 4:1-4 Psalm 23
Sat — Apr. 21 Genesis 48:8-19 Mark 6:30-34 Psalm 23
Sun. Apr. 22 — Fourth Sunday of Easter
Readings
Acts 4:5-12
Psalm 23 (1)
1 John 3:16-24
John 10:11-18
Prayer of the Day

O Lord Christ, good shepherd of the sheep, you seek the lost and guide us into your fold. Feed us, and
we shall be satisfied; heal us, and we shall be whole. Make us one with you, for you live and reign with
the Father 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
Mon — Apr. 23 1 Samuel 16:1-13 1 Peter 5:1-5 Psalm 95
Tue — Apr. 24 1 Chronicles 11:1-9 Revelation 7:13-17 Psalm 95
Wed — Apr. 25 Micah 7:8-20 Mark 14:26-31 Psalm 95
Or
Wed. Apr. 25 — Mark, Evangelist
Readings
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
Gospel Acclamation
Color: Scarlet/Red
Thu — Apr. 26 Amos 8:1-7 Acts 8:1b-8 Psalm 22:25-31
Fri — Apr. 27 Amos 8:11-13 Acts 8:9-25 Psalm 22:25-31
Sat — Apr. 28 Amos 9:7-15 Mark 4:30-32 Psalm 22:25-31
Sun. Apr. 29 — Fifth Sunday of Easter
Readings
Acts 8:26-40
Psalm 22:25-31 (27)
1 John 4:7-21
John 15:1-8
Prayer of the Day

O God, you give us your Son as the vine apart from whom we cannot live. Nourish our life in his
resurrection, that we may bear the fruit of love and know the fullness of your joy, through Jesus Christ, our
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. I am the vine, you | are the branches.
Those who abide in me and I in them | bear much fruit. Alleluia. (John 15:5)
Color: White
Mon — Apr. 30 Isaiah 5:1-7 Galatians 5:16-26 Psalm 80
Tue — May 1 Isaiah 32:9-20 James 3:17-18 Psalm 80
Or
Tue. May 1
Philip and James, Apostles
Readings
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 and you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Gospel Acclamation
Color: Scarlet/Red
Wed — May 2 Isaiah 65:17-25 John 14:18-31 Psalm 80
Thu — May 3 Isaiah 49:5-6 Acts 10:1-34 Psalm 98
Fri — May 4 Isaiah 42:5-9 Acts 10:34-43 Psalm 98
Sat — May 5 Deuteronomy Mark 10:42-45 Psalm 98
32:44-47
Sun. May 6 — Sixth Sunday of Easter
Readings
Acts 10:44-48
Psalm 98 (4)
1 John 5:1-6
John 15:9-17
Prayer of the Day

O God, you have prepared for those who love you joys beyond understanding. Pour into our hearts such
love for you that, loving you above all things, we may obtain your promises, which exceed all we can
desire; through Jesus Christ, your Son and our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
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
Mon — May 7 Deuteronomy 7:1-11 1 Timothy 6:11-12 Psalm 93
Tue — May 8 Deuteronomy 1 Timothy 6:13-16 Psalm 93
11:1-17
Wed — May 9 Deuteronomy Mark 16:19-20 Psalm 93
11:18-21
Thu. May 10 — Ascension of Our Lord
Readings
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
Fri — May 11 Exodus 24:15-18 Revelation 1:9-18 Psalm 47
Sat — May 12 Deuteronomy 34:1-7 John 16:4-11 Psalm 47
Sun. May 13 — Seventh Sunday of Easter
Readings
Acts 1:15-17, 21-26
Psalm 1 (6)
1 John 5:9-13
John 17:6-19
Prayer of the Day

Gracious and glorious God, you have chosen us as your own, and by the powerful name of Christ
you protect us from evil. By your Spirit transform us and your beloved world, that we may find our joy 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
Alleluia. I will not leave you orphaned, | says the Lord.
I am com- | ing to you. Alleluia. (John 14:18)
Color: White
Mon — May 14 Exodus 28:29-38 Philippians 1:3-11 Psalm 115
Tue — May 15 Numbers 8:5-22 Titus 1:1-9 Psalm 115
Or
Tue. May 15
Matthias, Apostle (transferred)
Readings
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
and to the ends | of the earth. Alleluia. (John 12:26)
Color: Scarlet/Red
Wed —May 16 Ezra 9:5-15 John 16:16-24 Psalm 115
Thu — May 17 Genesis 2:4b-7 1 Corinthians 15:42b-49 Psalm 33:12-22
Fri — May 18 Job 37:1-13 1 Corinthians 15:50-57 Psalm 33:12-22
Sat — May 19 Exodus 15:6-11 John 7:37-39 Psalm 33:12-22
Or
Sat. May 19
Vigil of Pentecost
Readings
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
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts | of your faithful,
and kindle in us the fire | of your love. Alleluia.
Color: Red
Sun. May 20 — Day of Pentecost
Readings
Acts 2:1-21 or Ezekiel 37:1-14
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b (30)
Romans 8:22-27 or Acts 2:1-21
John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15
Prayer of the Day

Mighty God, you breathe life into our bones, and your Spirit brings truth to the world. Send us this Spirit,
transform us by your truth, and give us language to proclaim your gospel, through Jesus Christ, our Savior
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts | of your faithful,
And kindle in us the fire | of your love. Alleluia.
Color: Red
Mon — May 21 Joel 2:18-29 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Psalm 104:
24-34, 35b
Tue — May 22 Genesis 11:1-9 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 Psalm 104:
24-34, 35b
Wed — May 23 Ezekiel 37:1-14 John 20:19-23 Psalm 104:
24-34, 35b
YEAR B 2017/2018 — Time After Pentecost
This Church Year Calendar, Propers and Daily Lectionary uses the Revised Common Lectionary
as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006).
Two series of readings are provided for the Time after Pentecost.
The Complementary series provides Old Testament readings and
psalms chosen for their relationship to the
gospels.
The Semi-continuous 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 Complementary series.
Scripture references are from the New

Revised Standard Version of the Bible. The appointed psalm refrain for
Sundays and festivals is from the verse in parentheses.

Thu — May 24 Isaiah 1:1-4, 16-20 Romans 8:1-8 Psalm 29
Fri — May 25 Isaiah 2:1-5 Romans 8:9-11 Psalm 29
Sat — May 26 Isaiah 5:15-24 John 15:18-20, 26-27 Psalm 29
Sun. May 27 — The Holy Trinity
First Sunday after Pentecost
Readings
Isaiah 6:1-8
Psalm 29
Romans 8:12-17
John 3:1-17
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,
Or
God of heaven and earth, before the foundation of the universe and the beginning of time you are the
triune God: Author of creation, eternal Word of salvation, life-giving Spirit of wisdom. Guide us to all truth
by your Spirit, that we may proclaim all that Christ has revealed and rejoice in the glory he shares with us.
Glory and praise to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and forever.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Holy, holy, holy is the | Lord of hosts;
God's glory fills | the whole earth. Alleluia. (Isa. 6:3)
Color: White
Mon — May 28 Numbers 9:15-23 Revelation 4:1-8 Psalm 20
Tue — May 29 Exodus 25:1-22 1 Corinthians 2:1-10 Psalm 20
Wed — May 30 Numbers 6:22-27 Mark 4:21-25 Psalm 20
Thu — May 31
Complementary Exodus 31:12-18 Acts 25:1-12 Psalm 81:1-10
Semi-continuous 1 Samuel 1:1-18 Psalm 139:1-6, 13-
18
Or
Thu. May 31
Visit of Mary to Elizabeth
Readings
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,
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. My soul magni- | fies the Lord,
and my spirit rejoices in | God my Savior. Alleluia. (Luke 1:47)
Color: White
Fri — June 1
Complementary Leviticus 23:1-8 Romans 8:31-39 Psalm 81:1-10
18
Sat — June 2
Complementary Leviticus 24”5-9 John 7:19-24 Psalm 81:1-10
18
Sun. June 3 - Second Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 9)
Readings
Complementary Series
Deuteronomy 5:12-15
Psalm 81:1-10 (1)
Mark 2:23—3:6
Semi-continuous Series
1 Samuel 3:1-10 [11-20]
Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18
Mark 2:23—3:6
Prayer of the Day

All-powerful God, in Jesus Christ you turned death into life and defeat into victory. Increase our faith and
trust in him, that we may triumph over all evil in the strength of the same Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The ruler of this world will be | driven out.
And when I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw all people | to myself. Alleluia. (John 12:31, 32)
Color: Green
Mon — June 4
Complementary Exodus 16:13-16 Romans 9:19-29 Psalm 78:1-4, 52-72
Semi-continuous 1 Samuel 2:11-17 Psalm 99
Tue — June 5
Exodus 16:27-36 Acts 15:1-5, 22-35 Psalm 78:1-4, 52-72
Complementary
Wed — June 6
Complementary 1 Samuel 21:1-6 John 5:1-18 Psalm 78:1-4, 52-72
Thu — June 7
Complementary Isaiah 28:9-13 1Peter 4:7-19 Psalm 130
Fri — June 8
Complementary Deuteronomy 1:34-40 2 Corinthians 5:1-15 Psalm 130
Sat — June 9
Complementary Genesis 2:4b-14 Luke 8:4-15 Psalm 130
Sun. June 10 - Third Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 10)
Readings
Genesis 3:8-15
Psalm 130
2 Corinthians 4:13—5:1
Mark 3:20-35
1 Samuel 8:4-11 [12-15], 16-20 [11:14-15]
Psalm 138
2 Corinthians 4:13—5:1
Mark 3:20-35
Prayer of the Day

All-powerful God, in Jesus Christ you turned death into life and defeat into victory. Increase our faith and
trust in him, that we may triumph over all evil in the strength of the same Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The ruler of this world will be | driven out.
And when I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw all people | to myself. Alleluia. (John 12:31, 32)
Color: Green
Mon — June 11
Complementary 1 Samuel 16:14-23 Revelation 20:1-6 Psalm 74
Or
Mon. June 11
Barnabas, Apostle
Readings
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
Color: Scarlet/Red
Tue — June 12
1 Kings 18:17-40 Revelation 20:7-15 Psalm 74
Complementary
Wed — June 13
Complementary Isaiah 26:16—27:1 Luke 11:14-28 Psalm 74
Thu — June 14
Complementary Genesis 3:14-24 Hebrews 2:5-9 Psalm 92:1-4, 12-15
Fri — June 15
Complementary 1 Kings 10:26—11:8 Hebrews 11:4-7 Psalm 92:1-4, 12-15
Sat — June 16
Complementary 2 Kings 14:1-14 Mark 4:1-20 Psalm 92:1-4, 12-15
Semi-continuous 1 Samuel 13:1-15a Psalm 20
Sun. June 17 - Fourth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 11)
Readings
Ezekiel 17:22-24
Psalm 92:1-4, 12-15 (12)
2 Corinthians 5:6-10 [11-13] 14-17
Mark 4:26-34
1 Samuel 15:34 — 16:13
Psalm 20 (6)
2 Corinthians 5:6-10 [11-13] 14-1
Mark 4:26-34
Prayer of the Day

O God, you are the tree of life, offering shelter to all the world. Graft us into yourself and nurture our
growth, that we may bear your truth and love to those in need, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Welcome with meekness the im- | planted word
That has the power to | save your souls. Alleluia. (James 1:21)
Color: Green
Mon — June 18
Complementary Ezekiel 31:1-12 Galatians 6:11-18 Psalm 52
Semi-continuous 1 Samuel 13:23--14:23 Psalm 53
Tue — June 19
Complementary Jeremiah 21:11-14 Revelation 21:22—22:5 Psalm 52
Wed — June 20
Complementary Jeremiah 22:1-9 Luke 6:43-45 Psalm 52
Thu — June 21
Complementary Job 29:1-20 Acts 20:1-16 Psalm 107:1-3, 23-
32
Semi-continuous 1 Samuel 16:14-23 Psalm 9:9-20
Fri — June 22
Complementary Job 29:21—30:15 Acts 21:1-16 Psalm 107:1-3, 23-
32
Semi-continuous 1 Samuel 17:55—18:5 Psalm 9:9-20
Sat — June 23
Complementary Job 37:1-13 Luke 21:25-28 Psalm 107:1-3, 23-
32
Sun. June 24 — Fifth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 12)
Readings
Job 38:1-11
Psalm 107:1-3, 23-32 (29)
Mark 4:35-41
1 Samuel 17:[1a, 4-11, 19-23] 32-49
Psalm 9:9-20 (9) or 1 Samuel 17:57—18:5, 10-16
Mark 4:35-41
Prayer of the Day

O God of creation, eternal majesty, you preside over land and sea, sunshine and storm. By your strength
pilot us, by your power preserve us, by your wisdom instruct us, and by your hand protect us, through
Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Now is the accept- | able time;
now is the day | of salvation. Alleluia. (2 Cor. 6:2)
Color: Green
Or
Sun. June 24
John, the Baptist
Readings
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
Color: White
Mon — June 25
Complementary Exodus 7:14-24 Acts 27:13-38 Psalm 65
Tue — June 26
Complementary Exodus 9:13-35 Acts 27:39-44 Psalm 65
Wed — June 27
Complementary Joshua 10:1-14 Mark 6:45-52 Psalm 65
Thu — June 28
Complementary Lamentations 1:16-22 2 Corinthians 7:2-16 Psalm 30
Fri — June 29
Complementary Lamentations 2:1-12 2 Corinthians 8:1-7 Psalm 30
Or
Fri. June 29
Peter and Paul, Apostles
Readings
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
Color: Scarlet/Red
Sat — June 30
Complementary Lamentations 2:18-22 Luke 4:31-37 Psalm 30
Sun. July 1 — Sixth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 13)
Readings
Lamentations 3:22-33 or Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24
Psalm 30 (1)
Mark 5:21-43
2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27
Psalm 130 (1)
Mark 5:21-43
Prayer of the Day

Almighty and merciful God, we implore you to hear the prayers of your people. Be our strong
defense against all harm and danger, that we may live and grow in faith and hope, through Jesus
Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Our Savior Jesus Christ has a-| bolished death
and brought life and immortality to light | through the gospel. Alleluia. (2 Tim. 1:10)
Color: Green
Mon — July2
Complementary Leviticus 21:1-15 2 Corinthians 8:16-24 Psalm 88
Semi-continuous 1 Samuel 23:14-18 Psalm 18:1-6, 43-50
Tue — July 3
Complementary Leviticus 15:19-31 2 Corinthians 9:1-5 Psalm 88
Semi-continuous 1 Samuel 31:1-13 Psalm 18:1-6, 43-50
Or
Tue. July 3
Thomas, Apostle
Readings
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
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. ou will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,*
Color: Scarlet/Red
Wed — July 4
Complementary 2 Kings 20:1-11 Mark 9:14-29 Psalm 88
Semi-continuous 1 Chronicles 10:1-14 Psalm 18:1-6, 43-50
Thu — July 5
Complementary Jeremiah 7:1-15 1 Corinthians 4:8-13 Psalm 123
Fri — July 6
Complementary Jeremiah 7:16-26 2 Corinthians 10:7-11 Psalm 123
Sat — July 7
Complementary Jeremiah 7:27-34 Matthew 8:18-22 Psalm 123
Sun. July 8 — Seventh Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 14)
Readings
Ezekiel 2:1-5
Psalm 123 (2)
Mark 6:1-13
2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10
Psalm 48 (1)
Mark 6:1-13
Prayer of the Day

God of the covenant, in our baptism you call us to proclaim the coming of your kingdom. Give us the
courage you gave the apostles, that we may faithfully witness to your love and peace in every
circumstance of life, in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. I will boast gladly | of my weaknesses,
so that the power of Christ may | dwell in me. Alleluia. (2 Cor. 12:9)
Color: Green
Mon — July 9
Complementary Ezekiel 2:8—3:11 2 Corinthians 11:16-33 Psalm 119:81-88
Tue — July 10
Complementary Jeremiah 16:1-13 James 5:7-12 Psalm 119:81-88
Wed — July 11
Complementary Jeremiah 16:14-21 John 7:1-9 Psalm 119:81-88
Thu — July 12
Complementary Amos 2:6-16 Colossians 2:1-5 Psalm 85:8-13
Semi-continuous Exodus 25:10-22 Psalm 24
Fri — July 13
Complementary Amos 3:1-12 Colossians 4:2-18 Psalm 85:8-13
Semi-continuous Exodus 37:1-16 Psalm 24
Sat — July 14
Complementary Amos 4:6-13 Luke 1:57-80 Psalm 85:8-13
Semi-continuous Numbers 10:11-36 Psalm 24
Sun. July 15 — Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 15)
Readings
Amos 7:7-15
Psalm 85:8-13
Ephesians 1:3-14
Mark 6:14-29
2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19
Psalm 24 (7)
Ephesians 1:3-14
Mark 6:14-29
Prayer of the Day

O God, from you come all holy desires, all good counsels, and all just works. Give to us, your servants,
that peace which the world cannot give, that our hearts may be set to obey your commandments; and
also that we, being defended from the fear of our enemies, may live in peace and quietness, through
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. May the God of our Lord Jesus Christ enlighten the eyes | of our hearts,
that we may know the hope to which | God has called us. Alleluia. (Eph. 1:17-18)
Color: Green
Mon — July 16
Complementary Amos 5:1-9 Acts 21:27-39 Psalm 142
Semi-continuous 2 Samuel 6:6-12a Psalm 68:24-35
Tue — July 17
Complementary Amos 9:1-4 Acts 23:12-35 Psalm 142
Wed — July 18
Complementary Amos 9:11-15 Luke 7:31-35 Psalm 142
Thu — July 19
Complementary Jeremiah 10:1-16 Colossians 1:15-23 Psalm 23
Semi-continuous 1 Chronicles 11:15-19 Psalm 89:20-37
Fri — July 20
Complementary Jeremiah 10:17-25 Acts 17:16-31 Psalm 23
Sat — July 21
Complementary Jeremiah 12:1-13 Luke 18:35-43 Psalm 23
Semi-continuous 1 Chronicles 15:1-2, Psalm 89:20-37
16:4-13
Sun. July 22 — Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 16)
Readings
Jeremiah 23:1-6
Psalm 23 (1)
Ephesians 2:11-22
Mark 6:30-34, 53-56
2 Samuel 7:1-14a
Psalm 89:20-37
Ephesians 2:11-22
Mark 6:30-34, 53-56
Prayer of the Day

O God, powerful and compassionate, you shepherd your people, faithfully feeding and protecting us.
Heal each of us, and make us a whole people, that we may embody the justice and peace of your Son,
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. My sheep | hear my voice.
I know them, and they | follow me. Alleluia. (John 10:27)
Color: Green
Mon — July 23
Complementary Jeremiah 50:1-7 Hebrews 13:17-25 Psalm 100
Or
Mon. July 23
Mary Magdalene, Apostle (transferred)
Readings
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
Color: White
Tue — July 24
Complementary Zechariah 9:14—10:2 Acts 20:17-38 Psalm 100
Wed — July 25
Complementary 2 Samuel 5:1-12 Luke 15:1-7 Psalm 100
Or
Sat. July 25
James, Apostle
Readings
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
Color: Scarlet/Red
Thu — July 26
Complementary 1 Kings 19:19-21 Colossians 1:9-14 Psalm 145:10-18
Fri — July 27
Sat — July 28
Complementary 2 Kings 4:38-41 John 4:31-38 Psalm 145:10-18
Sun. July 29 — Tenth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 17)
Readings
2 Kings 4:42-44
Psalm 145:10-18 (16)
Ephesians 3:14-21
John 6:1-21
2 Samuel 11:1-15
Psalm 14 (5)
Ephesians 3:14-21
John 6:1-21
Prayer of the Day

Gracious God, you have placed within the hearts of all your children a longing for your word and a
hunger for your truth. Grant that we may know your Son to be the true bread of heaven and share this
bread with all the world, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. A great prophet has ris- | en among us!
God has looked favor- | ably on us! Alleluia. (Luke 7:16)
Color: Green
Mon — July 30
Complementary Genesis 18:1-15 Philippians 4:10-20 Psalm 111
Tue — July 31
Complementary Exodus 24:1-11 Romans 15:22-33 Psalm 111
Wed — Aug. 1
Complementary Isaiah 25:6-10a Mark 6:35-44 Psalm 111
Thu — Aug. 2
Complementary Exodus 12:33-42 1 Corinthians 11:17-22 Psalm 78:23-29
Semi-continuous Exodus 32:19-26a Psalm 51:1-12
Fri — Aug. 3
Complementary Exodus 12:43—13:2 1 Corinthians 11:27-34 Psalm 78:23-29
Semi-continuous Joshua 23:1-16 Psalm 51:1-12
Sat — Aug. 4
Complementary Exodus 13:3-10 Matthew 16:5-12 Psalm 78:23-29
Semi-continuous Judges 6:1-10 Psalm 51:1-12
Sun. Aug. 5 — Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 18)
Readings
Exodus 16:2-4, 9-15
Psalm 78:23-29 (24, 25)
Ephesians 4:1-16
John 6:24-35
2 Samuel 11:26—12:13a
Psalm 51:1-12 (1)
Ephesians 4:1-16
John 6:24-35
Prayer of the Day

O God, eternal goodness, immeasurable love, you place your gifts before us; we eat and are
satisfied. Fill us and this world in all its need with the life that comes only from you, through Jesus Christ,
our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. One does not live by | bread alone,
by by every word that comes from the | mouth of God. Alleluia (Matt. 4:4)
Color: Green
Mon — Aug. 6 Numbers 11:16-23, 31-
Complementary 32 Ephesians 4:17-24 Psalm 107:1-3, 33-
43
Tue — Aug. 7
Complementary Deuteronomy 8:1-20 1 Corinthians 12:27-31 Psalm 107:1-3, 33-
43
Wed — Aug. 8
Complementary Isaiah 55:1-9 Mark 8:1-10 Psalm 107:1-3, 33-
43
Thu — Aug. 9
Complementary 1 Samuel 28:20-25 Romans 15:1-6 Psalm 34:1-8
Semi-continuous 2 Samuel 13:37—14:24 Psalm 130
Fri — Aug. 10
Complementary 2 Samuel 17:15-29 Galatians 6:1-10 Psalm 34:1-8
Sat — Aug. 11
Complementary 1 Kings 2:1-9 Matthew 7:7-11 Psalm 34:1-8
Sun. Aug. 12 — Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 19)
Readings
1 Kings 19:4-8
Psalm 34:1-8 (8)
Ephesians 4:25—5:2
John 6:35, 41-51
2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33
Psalm 130 (1)
Ephesians 4:25—5:2
John 6:35, 41-51
Prayer of the Day

Gracious God, your blessed Son came down from heaven to be the true bread that gives life to the
world. Give us this bread always, that he may live in us and we in him, and that, strengthened by this
food, we may live as his body in the world, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. I am the living bread that came | down from heaven.
Whoever eats this bread will | live forever. Alleluia. (John 6:51)
Color: Green
Mon — Aug. 13
Complementary 1 Kings 17:1-16 Ephesians 5:1-14 Psalm 81
Tue — Aug. 14
Complementary Ruth 2:1-23 2 Peter 3:14-18 Psalm 81
Wed — Aug. 15
Complementary Jeremiah 31:1-6 John 6:35-40 Psalm 81
Or
Wed. Aug. 15
Mary, Mother of Our Lord
Readings
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
Thu — Aug. 16
Complementary Job 11:1-20 Acts 6:8-15 Psalm 34:9-14
Semi-continuous 1 Kings 1:1-30 Psalm 111
Fri — Aug. 17
Complementary Job 12:1-25 Romans 16:17-20 Psalm 34:9-14
Sat — Aug. 18
Complementary Job 13:1-19 John 4:7-26 Psalm 34:9-14
Sun. Aug. 19 — Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 20)
Readings
Proverbs 9:1-6
Psalm 34:9-14 (10)
Ephesians 5:15-20
John 6:51-58
1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14
Psalm 111 (10)
Ephesians 5:15-20
John 6:51-58
Prayer of the Day

Ever-loving God, your Son gives himself as living bread for the life of the world. Fill us with such a
knowledge of his presence that we may be strengthened and sustained by his risen life to serve you
continually, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Those who eat my flesh and drink my blood a- | bide in me,*
and I a- | bide in them. Alleluia. (John 6:56)
Color: Green
Mon — Aug. 20
Complementary Genesis 43:1-15 Acts 6:1-7 Psalm 36
Tue — Aug. 21
Complementary Genesis 45:1-15 Acts 7:9-16 Psalm 36
Wed — Aug. 22
Complementary Genesis 47:13-26 Mark 8:14-21 Psalm 36
Thu — Aug. 23
Complementary Joshua 22:1-9 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Psalm 34:15-22
Fri — Aug. 24
Complementary Joshua 22:10-20 Romans 13:11-14 Psalm 34:15-22
Or
Fri. Aug. 24
Bartholomew, Apostle
Readings
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,
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
Sat — Aug. 25
Complementary Joshua 22:21-34 Luke 11:5-13 Psalm 34:15-22
Sun. Aug. 26 — Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 21)
Readings
Joshua 24:1-2a, 14-18
Psalm 34:15-22 (15)
Ephesians 6:10-20
John 6:56-69
1 Kings 8:[1, 6, 10-11] 22-30, 41-43
Psalm 84 (1)
Ephesians 6:10-20
John 6:56-69
Prayer of the Day

Holy God, your word feeds your people with life that is eternal. Direct our choices and preserve us in
your truth, that, renouncing what is false and evil, we may live in you, through your Son, Jesus Christ,
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Lord, to whom | shall we go?
You have the words of e- | ternal life. Alleluia. (John 6:68)
Color: Green
Mon — Aug. 27
Complementary Nehemiah 9:1-15 Ephesians 5:21—6:9 Psalm 119:97-104
Tue — Aug. 28
Complementary Nehemiah 9:16-31 Ephesians 6:21-24 Psalm 119:97-104
Wed — Aug. 29
Complementary Isaiah 33:10-16 John 15:16-25 Psalm 119:97-104
Thu — Aug. 30
Complementary Exodus 32:1-14 James 1:1-8 Psalm 15
Semi-continuous Song of Solomon 1:1- Psalm 45:1-2, 6-9
17
Fri — Aug. 31
Complementary Exodus 32:15-35 James 1:9-16 Psalm 15
Semi-continuous Song of Solomon 2:1-7 Psalm 45:1-2, 6-9
Sat — Sep. 1
Complementary Exodus 34:8-28 John 18:28-32 Psalm 15
Semi-continuous Hosea 3:1-5 Psalm 45:1-2, 6-9
Sun. Sep. 2 — Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 22)
Readings
Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9
Psalm 15 (1)
James 1:17-27
Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23
Song of Solomon 2:8-13
Psalm 45:1-2, 6-9
James 1:17-27
Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23
Prayer of the Day

O God our strength, without you we are weak and wayward creatures. Protect us from all dangers that
attack us from the outside, and cleanse us from all evil that arises from within ourselves, that we may be
preserved through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. God gave us birth by the | word of truth
so that we would become a kind of first fruits | of creation. Alleluia. (James 1:18)
Color: Green
Mon — Sep. 3 Psalm 106:1-6,
Complementary Deuteronomy 4:9-14 1 Timothy 4:6-16 13-23, 47-48
Semi-continuous Song of Solomon 3:6- Psalm 144:9-15
11
Tue — Sep. 4 Psalm 106:1-6,
Complementary Deuteronomy 4:15-20 1 Peter 2:19-25 13-23, 47-48
Semi-continuous Song of Solomon 5:2— Psalm 144:9-15
6:3
Wed — Sep. 5 Psalm 106:1-6,
Complementary Deuteronomy 4:21-40 Mark 7:9-23 13-23, 47-48
Semi-continuous Song of Solomon 8:5-7 Psalm 144:9-15
Thu — Sep. 6
Complementary Isaiah 30:27-33 Romans 2:1-11 Psalm 146
Semi-continuous Proverbs 1:1-19 Psalm 125
Fri — Sep. 7
Complementary Isaiah 32:1-8 Romans 2:12-16 Psalm 146
Sat — Sep. 8
Complementary Isaiah 33:1-9 Matthew 15:21-31 Psalm 146
Sun. Sep. 9 — Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 23)
Readings
Isaiah 35:4-7a
Psalm 146 (2)
James 2:1-10 [11-13] 14-17
Mark 7:24-37
Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23
Psalm 125 (1)
James 2:1-10 [11-13] 14-17
Mark 7:24-37
Prayer of the Day
Gracious God, throughout the ages you transform sickness into health and death into life. Open us to the
power of your presence, and make us a people ready to proclaim your promises to the whole world,
through Jesus Christ, our healer and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Rejoice in the | Lord always;
again I will | say, Rejoice. Alleluia. (Phil. 4:4)
Color: Green
Mon — Sep. 10
Complementary Joshua 6:1-21 Hebrews 11:29—12:2 Isaiah 38:10-20
Semi-continuous Proverbs 8:32—9:6 Psalm 73:1-20
Tue — Sep. 11
Complementary Joshua 8:1-23 Hebrews 12:3-13 Isaiah 38:10-20
Semi-continuous Proverbs 11:1-31 Psalm 73:1-20
Wed — Sep. 12
Complementary Judges 15:9-20 Matthew 17:14-21 Isaiah 38:10-20
Thu — Sep. 13
Complementary Joshua 2:1-14 Hebrews 11:17-22 Psalm 116:1-9
Fri — Sep. 14
Complementary Joshua 2:15-24 James 2:17-26 Psalm 116:1-9
Or
Fri. Sep. 14
Holy Cross Day
Readings
Numbers 21:4b-9
Psalm 98:1-4 (1) or Psalm 78:1-2, 34-38 (35)
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
Sat — Sep. 15
Complementary Joshua 6:22-27 Matthew 21:23-32 Psalm 116:1-9
Sun. Sep. 16 — Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 24)
Readings
Isaiah 50:4-9a
Psalm 116:1-9 (9)
James 3:1-12
Mark 8:27-38
Proverbs 1:20-33
Psalm 19 (7) or Wisdom 7:26 — 8:1 (7:28)
James 3:1-12
Mark 8:27-38
Prayer of the Day

O God, through suffering and rejection you bring forth our salvation, and by the glory of the cross you
transform our lives. Grant that for the sake of the gospel we may turn from the lure of evil, take up our
cross, and follow your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Christ suffered for sins once for all, the righteous for | the unrighteous,
in order to bring | you to God. Alleluia. (1 Peter 3:18)
Color: Green
Mon — Sep. 17
Complementary 1 Kings 13:1-10 Romans 3:9-20 Psalm 119:169-176
Tue — Sep. 18
Wed — Sep. 19
Complementary Isaiah 10:12-20 John 7:25-36 Psalm 119:169-176
Thu — Sep. 20
Complementary Judges 6:1-10 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 Psalm 54
Fri — Sep. 21
Complementary 1 Kings 22:24-40 Romans 11:25-32 Psalm 54
Or
Fri. Sep. 21
Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist
Readings
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
Color: Scarlet/Red
Sat — Sep. 22
Complementary 2 Kings 17:5-18 Matthew 23:29-39 Psalm 54
Semi-continuous Ecclesiastes 1:1-18 Psalm 1
Sun. Sep. 23 — Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 25)
Readings
Jeremiah 11:18-20 or Wisdom 1:16 — 2:1, 12-22
Psalm 54 (4)
James 3:13 — 4:3, 7-8a
Mark 9:30-37
Proverbs 31:10-31
Psalm 1 (3)
James 3:13 — 4:3, 7-8a
Mark 9:30-37
Prayer of the Day

O God, our teacher and guide, you draw us to yourself and welcome us as beloved children. Help us to
lay aside all envy and selfish ambition, that we may walk in your ways of wisdom and understanding as
servants of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. God has called us through the proclamation of | the good news,
that we may obtain the glory of our Lord | Jesus Christ. Alleluia. (2 Thess. 2:14)
Color: Green
Mon — Sep. 24
Complementary 2 Kings 5:1-14 James 4:8-17 Psalm 139:1-18
Tue — Sep. 25
Complementary 2 Kings 11:21—12:16 James 5:1-6 Psalm 139:1-18
Wed — Sep. 26
Complementary Jeremiah 1:4-10 John 8:21-38 Psalm 139:1-18
Thu — Sep. 27
Complementary Exodus 18:13-27 Acts 4:13-31 Psalm 19:7-14
Semi-continuous Esther 1:1-21 Psalm 124
Fri — Sep. 28
Complementary Deuteronomy 1:1-18 Acts 12:20-25 Psalm 19:7-14
Sat — Sep. 29
Complementary Deuteronomy 27:1-10 Matthew 5:13-20 Psalm 19:7-14
Or
Sat. Sep. 29
Michael and All Angels
Readings
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
Sun. Sep. 30 — Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 26)
Readings
Numbers 11:4-6, 10-16, 24-29
Psalm 19:7-14 (8)
James 5:13-20
Mark 9:38-50
Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22
Psalm 124 (7)
James 5:13-20
Mark 9:38-50
Prayer of the Day

Generous God, your Son gave his life that we might come to peace with you. Give us a share of your
Spirit, and in all we do empower us to bear the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. You word, O | Lord, is truth;
sanctify us | in the truth. Alleluia. (John 17:7)
Color: Green
Mon — Oct. 1
Complementary Zechariah 6:9-15 1 Peter 1:3-9 Psalm 5
Tue — Oct. 2
Complementary Zechariah 8:18-23 1 John 2:18-25 Psalm 5
Wed — Oct. 3
Complementary Zechariah 10:1-12 Matthew 18:6-9 Psalm 5
Thu — Oct. 4
Complementary Genesis 20:1-18 Galatians 3:23-29 Psalm 8
Semi-continuous Job 2:11—3:26 Psalm 26
Fri — Oct. 5
Complementary Genesis 21:22-34 Romans 8:1-11 Psalm 8
Semi-continuous Job 4:1-21 Psalm 26
Sat — Oct. 6
Complementary Genesis 23:1-20 Luke 16:14-18 Psalm 8
Sun. Oct. 7 — Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 27)
Readings
Genesis 2:18-24
Psalm 8 (5)
Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12
Mark 10:2-16
Job 1:1; 2:1-10
Psalm 26 (3)
Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12
Mark 10:2-16
Prayer of the Day

Sovereign God, you have created us to live in loving community with one another. Form us for life
that is faithful and steadfast, and teach us to trust like little children, that we may reflect the image of
your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. If we love one another, God | lives in us
and God’s love is perfect-| ed in us. Alleluia. (1 John 4:12)
Color: Green
Mon — Oct. 8 Deuteronomy 22:13-
Complementary 30 1 Corinthians 7:1-9 Psalm 112
Semi-continuous Job 8:1-22 Psalm 55:1-15
Or
Mon. Oct. 8
Day of Thanksgiving (Canada)
Readings
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 (color of the season)

Tue — Oct. 9
Complementary Deuteronomy 24:1-5 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 Psalm 112
Wed — Oct. 10
Complementary Jeremiah 3:6-14 Matthew 5:27-36 Psalm 112
Thu — Oct. 11
Complementary Deuteronomy 5:1-21 Hebrews 3:7-19 Psalm 90:12-17
Fri — Oct. 12
Complementary Deuteronomy 5:22-33 Hebrews 4:1-11 Psalm 90:12-17
Sat — Oct. 13
Complementary Amos 3:13—4:5 Matthew 15:1-9 Psalm 90:12-17
Sun. Oct. 14 — Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 28)
Readings
Amos 5:6-7, 10-15
Psalm 90:12-17 (12)
Hebrews 4:12-16
Mark 10:17-31
Job 23:1-9, 16-17
Psalm 22:1-15 (1)
Hebrews 4:12-16
Mark 10:17-31
Prayer of the Day

Almighty and ever-living God, increase in us your gift of faith, that, forsaking what lies behind and
reaching out to what lies ahead, we may follow the way of your commandments and receive the crown
of everlasting joy, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Blessed are the | poor in spirit,
Color: Green
Mon — Oct. 15
Complementary Obadiah 1-9 Revelation 7:9-17 Psalm 26
Tue — Oct. 16
Complementary Obadiah 10-16 Revelation 8:1-5 Psalm 26
Semi-continuous Job 28:12—29:10 Psalm 39
Wed — Oct. 17
Complementary Obadiah 17-21 Luke 16:19-31 Psalm 26
Thu — Oct. 18
Complementary Genesis 14:17-24 Romans 15:7-13 Psalm 91:9-16
Semi-continuous Job 36:1-16 Psalm 104:1-9,
24, 35b
Or
Thu. Oct. 18
Luke, Evangelist
Readings
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
Fri — Oct. 19
Complementary Isaiah 47:1-9 Revelation 17:1-18 Psalm 91:9-16
Semi-continuous Job 37:1-24 Psalm 104:
1-9, 24, 35b

Sat — Oct. 20
Complementary Isaiah 47:10-15 Luke 22:24-30 Psalm 91:9-16
Semi-continuous Job 39:1-30 Psalm 104:1-9, 24,
35b
Sun. Oct. 21 — Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 29)
Readings
Isaiah 53:4-12
Psalm 91:9-16 (9)
Hebrews 5:1-10
Mark 10:35-45
Job 38:1-7 [34-41]
Psalm 104:1-9, 24, 35b (24)
Hebrews 5:1-10
Mark 10:35-45
Prayer of the Day

Sovereign God, you turn your greatness into goodness for all the peoples on earth. Shape us into
willing servants of your kingdom, and make us desire always and only your will, through Jesus Christ,
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The Son of Man came not to be served | but to serve,
and to give his life as a ran- | som for many. Alleluia. (Mark 10:45)
Color: Green
Mon — Oct. 22
Complementary 1 Samuel 8:1-18 Hebrews 6:1-12 Psalm 37:23-40
Tue — Oct. 23
Complementary 1 Samuel 10:17-25 Hebrews 6:13-20 Psalm 37:23-40
Wed — Oct. 24
Complementary 1 Samuel 12:1-25 John 13:1-17 Psalm 37:23-40
Thu — Oct. 25
Semi-continuous 2 Kings 20:12-19 Psalm 34:1-8 [19-
22]
Fri — Oct. 26
Semi-continuous Nehemiah 1:1-11 Psalm 34:1-8 [19-
22]
Sat — Oct. 27
Complementary Jeremiah 29:24-32 Mark 8:22-26 Psalm 126
Semi-continuous Job 42:7-9 Psalm 34:1-8 [19-
22]
Sun. Oct. 28 — Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 30)
Or Reformation Sunday may be observed (see Oct. 31).
Readings
Jeremiah 31:7-9
Psalm 126 (5)
Hebrews 7:23-28
Mark 10:46-52
Job 42:1-6, 10-17
Psalm 34:1-8 [19-22]
Hebrews 7:23-28
Mark 10:46-52
Prayer of the Day
Eternal light, shine in our hearts. Eternal wisdom, scatter the darkness of our ignorance. Eternal
compassion, have mercy on us. Turn us to seek your face, and enable us to reflect your goodness,
through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The Lord will rescue me from every e- | vil attack
and save me for the heav- | enly kingdom. Alleluia. (2 Tim. 4:18)
Color: Green
Mon — Oct. 29
Complementary Exodus 4:1-17 1 Peter 2:1-10 Psalm 119:17-24
Semi-continuous Isaiah 59:9-19 Psalm 28
Or
Mon. Oct. 29
Simon and Jude, Apostles (transferred)
Readings
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
Gospel Acclamation
Color: Scarlet/Red
Tue — Oct. 30
Complementary 2 Kings 6:8-23 Acts 9:32-35 Psalm 119:17-24
Semi-continuous Ezekiel 18:1-32 Psalm 28
Wed — Oct. 31
Complementary Jeremiah 33:1-11 Matthew 20:29-34 Psalm 119:17-24
Semi-continuous Ezekiel 14:12-23 Psalm 28
Or
Wed. Oct. 31
Reformation Day
May be transferred to Sunday, Oct. 28
Readings
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,
or
Gracious Father, we pray for your holy catholic church. Fill it with all truth and peace. Where it is corrupt,
purify it; where it is in error, direct it; where in anything it is amiss, reform it; where it is right, strengthen it;
where it is in need, provide for it; where it is divided, reunite it; for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, our
Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. If you continue in my word, you are truly | my disciples,
and you will know the truth, and the truth will | make you free. Alleluia. (John 8:31-32)
Color: Red
Thu — Nov. 1
Complementary Exodus 22:1-15 Hebrews 9:1-12 Psalm 119:1-8
Semi-continuous Ruth 1:18-22 Psalm 146
Or
Thu. Nov. 1
All Saints Day
May be transferred to Sunday, Nov. 4
Readings
Isaiah 25:6-9
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
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
Fri — Nov. 2
Complementary Leviticus 19:32-37 Romans 3:21-31 Psalm 119:1-8
Sat — Nov. 3
Complementary Numbers 9:9-14 Luke 10:25-37 Psalm 119:1-8
Sun. Nov. 4 — Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 31)
Or All Saints Day may be observed. (see above)
Readings
Deuteronomy 6:1-9
Psalm 119:1-8 (2)
Hebrews 9:11-14
Mark 12:28-34
Ruth 1:1-18
Psalm 146 (8)
Hebrews 9:11-14
Mark 12:28-34
Prayer of the Day

Almighty God, you have taught us in your Son that love fulfills the law. Inspire us to love you with all our
heart, our soul, our mind, and our strength, and teach us how to love our neighbor as ourselves, through
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Beloved, since God loved | us so much,
we also ought to love | one another. Alleluia. (1 John 4:11)
Color: Green
Mon — Nov. 5
Complementary Deuteronomy 6:10-25 Romans 12:17-21; Psalm 51
Semi-continuous Ruth 2:15-23 13:8-10 Psalm 18:20-30
Tue — Nov. 6 Deuteronomy 28:58—
Complementary 29:1 Acts 7:17-29 Psalm 51
Semi-continuous Ruth 3:1-7 Psalm 18:20-30
Wed — Nov. 7
Complementary Micah 6:1-8 John 13:31-35 Psalm 51
Semi-continuous Ruth 3:8-18 Psalm 18:20-30
Thu — Nov. 8
Complementary Numbers 36:1-13 Romans 5:6-11 Psalm 146
Fri — Nov. 9
Complementary Deuteronomy 15:1-11 Hebrews 9:15-24 Psalm 146
Sat — Nov. 10 Deuteronomy 24:17-
Complementary 22 Mark 11:12-14, 20-24 Psalm 146
Sun. Nov. 11 — Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 32)
Readings
1 Kings 17:8-16
Psalm 146 (8)
Hebrews 9:24-28
Mark 12:38-44
Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17
Psalm 127 (3)
Hebrews 9:24-28
Mark 12:38-44
Prayer of the Day

O God, you show forth your almighty power chiefly by reaching out to us in mercy. Grant us the fullness
of your grace, strengthen our trust in your promises, and bring all the world to share in the treasures that
come through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. The LORD raises up the poor | from the dust,
to make them inherit a | seat of honor. Alleluia. (1 Sam. 2:8)
Color: Green
Mon — Nov. 12
Complementary Ruth 1:1-22 1 Timothy 5:1-8 Psalm 94
Semi-continuous Genesis 24:1-10 Psalm 113
Tue — Nov. 13
Complementary Ruth 3:14—4:6 1 Timothy 5:9-16 Psalm 94
Wed — Nov. 14
Complementary Ruth 4:7-22 Luke 4:16-30 Psalm 94
Thu — Nov. 15
Complementary Daniel 4:4-18 1 Timothy 6:11-21 Psalm 16
Semi-continuous 1 Samuel 1:21-28 1 Samuel 2:1-10
Fri — Nov. 16
Complementary Daniel 4:19-27 Colossians 2:6-15 Psalm 16
Sat — Nov. 17
Complementary Daniel 4:28-37 Mark 12:1-12 Psalm 16
Sun. Nov. 18 — Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 33)
Readings
Daniel 12:1-3
Psalm 16 (9)
Hebrews 10:11-14 [15-18] 19-25
Mark 13:1-8
1 Samuel 1:4-20
1 Samuel 2:1-10 (1)
Hebrews 10:11-14 [15-18] 19-25
Mark 13:1-8
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, your sovereign purpose brings salvation to birth. Give us faith to be steadfast amid
the tumults of this world, trusting that your kingdom comes and your will is done through your Son,
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Be alert | at all times,
praying that you may have the strength to stand before the Son of Man. Alleluia. (Luke 23:36)
Color: Green
Mon — Nov. 19
Complementary Daniel 8:1-14 Hebrews 10:26-31 Psalm 13
Tue — Nov. 20
Complementary Daniel 8:15-27 Hebrews 10:32-39 Psalm 13
Semi-continuous Deuteronomy 26:5-10 Psalm 3
Wed — Nov. 21
Complementary Zechariah 12:1—13:1 Mark 13:9-23 Psalm 13
Thu — Nov. 22
Complementary Ezekiel 28:1-10 Acts 7:54—8:1a Psalm 93
Semi-continuous 2 Kings 22:1-10 Psalm 132:1-12
[13-18]
Or
Thu. Nov. 22
Day of Thanksgiving (USA)
Readings
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 (the color of the season)

Fri — Nov. 23
Complementary Ezekiel 28:20-26 1 Corinthians 15:20-28 Psalm 93
[13-18]
Sat — Nov. 24
Complementary Daniel 7:1-8, 15-18 John 3:31-36 Psalm 93
[13-18]
Sun. Nov. 25 — Christ the King Sunday
Last Sunday after Pentecost (Lectionary 34)
Readings
Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14
Psalm 93 (2)
Revelation 1:4b-8
John 18:33-37
2 Samuel 23:1-7
Psalm 132:1-12 [13-18] (9)
Revelation 1:4b-8
John 18:33-37
Prayer of the Day

Almighty and ever-living God, you anointed your beloved Son to be priest and sovereign forever.
Grant that all the people of the earth, now divided by the power of sin, may be united by the glorious
and gentle rule of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
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

Mon — Nov. 26
Complementary Daniel 7:19-27 Revelation 11:1-14 Psalm 76
Tue — Nov. 27
Complementary Ezekiel 29:1-12 Revelation 11:15-19 Psalm 76
Wed — Nov. 28
Complementary Ezekiel 30:20-26 John 16:25-33 Psalm 76

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The Three Days Easter

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Thu. Mar. 29 — Maundy Thursday

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Deliverance at the Red Sea

Salvation Freely Offered to All

The Wisdom of God

A New Heart and a New Spirit

Valley of the Dry Bones

Gathering of God's People

Clothed in the Garments of Salvation

Deliverance from the Fiery Furnace

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YEAR B 2017/2018 — Easter