READINGS
Psalter - Psalms 147:12-20 or Wisdom of Solomon 10:15-21
First Lesson - There is reason for joy in the regathering of the people of God after their dispersal. Jeremiah 31:7-14 [OR] Wisdom has a place of honor in the divine purpose. Sirach 24:1-12
Second Lesson - God's earthly family is adopted through Jesus Christ to enlarge the heavenly family. Ephesians 1:3-14
Gospel - We are a new humanity through Jesus Christ and our rebirth through receiving him. John 1:(1-9) 10-18

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Sing out your praises and say,
People: God has saved his people.
Leader: See how the Savior brings them from the end of the earth,
People: the blind and lame among them,
Leader: women with child
People: a…