READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 23:1
First Lesson—Peter in his preaching identifies Jesus, raised from the dead, as the rejected stone recovered to be the cornerstone of the church. Acts 4:5-12
Second Lesson—John writes of love made real in truth and in action. 1 John 3:16-24
Gospel—Jesus identifies himself as a good shepherd who gives his life for the salvation of his flock. John 10:11-18

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Approach God with confidence.
People: We will do what God approves and ask what we will.

INVOCATION
Risk-taking God, you have given us a measure of freedom so that we may worship you without coercion. Though we have chosen to be here today, we can not approach you worthily except by the preparation of …