Easter 3
Psalm 4:1-8, Luke 24:36b-48, Acts 3:11-26, 1 John 3:1-7
Bulletin Aid
by B. David Hostetter

READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 4:1
First Lesson—Peter boldly witnesses to the resurrection of Jesus to bring those responsible for his death to repentance and new life. Acts 3:12-19
Second Lesson—John writes of God’s love for children not yet perfect and in the process of purification. 1 John 3:1-7
Gospel—The Risen Christ appears to the disciples telling them of the fulfillment of the Scriptures in all that has occurred. Luke 24:36b-48

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: God is here and everywhere. Pause here to be recharged with the power from above.
People: We will receive God’s promised gift.

INVOCATION
God of might and right, we come to worship you, in need of spiritual reenergizing so that we may serve you now and in…

Abingdon Press, Prayers for the Seasons of Gods People: Worship Aids for the Revised Common Lectionary, Year B, by B. David Hostetter