Easter 4
Psalm 23:1-6, John 10:1-10, Acts 2:42-47, 1 Peter 2:13-25
Bulletin Aid
by B. David Hostetter

READINGS
Psalter - Psalms 23
First Lesson - Mutual sharing, as well as a common faith, is an essential factor in the growth of the infant church. Acts 2:42-47
Second Lesson - Peter advises Christians that they can have God's approval for patience like that of Jesus when suffering unjustly. 1 Peter 2:19-25
Gospel - The shepherding of Jesus Christ is sincere caring and not hypocritical religious professionalism. John 10:1-10

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Hear the word of Jesus: I have come that you may have life and that you may have it in all its fullness.
People: Christ is the door; anyone who comes into the fold through him shall be safe.

INVOCATION
Creator of Life, Living Word of God, enlightening and enli…

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