Sermon and Worship Resources

READINGS
Psalter - Psalms 118:1-2, 14-24
First Lesson - Here is an early outline of Peter's sermon, the heart of the Gospel, which will be preached to the ends of the earth. Acts 10:34-43 [OR] As Israel once found grace in the wilderness, an even greater grace and restoration awaits them, declares the prophet. Jeremiah 31:1-6
Second Lesson - Paul promises a spiritual resurrection for us as profound as the resurrection of Jesus from death. Colossians 3:1-4
Gospel - The dearest friends of Jesus discover the empty tomb, and Mary Magdalene actually meets the Risen Christ. John 20:1-18 [OR] Two women who followed Jesus were the first witnesses of the resurrection on the first day of the week. Matthew 28:1-10

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: A…

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