READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40
First Lesson—Rather than blame his brothers for their ill treatment of him, Joseph shows how it is providential that he has come to a position of power that can save them from famine. Genesis 45:3-11, 15
Second Lesson—Paul’s explanations of resurrection are taken from nature and Scripture. 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50
Gospel—Jesus describes the magnanimity of spirit that he expects in his disciples. Luke 6:27-38

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Be still in God’s presence and worship expectantly.
People: We take delight in prayer and will receive our heart’s desire.

INVOCATION
Holy God, we worship you not only in the words we say and the hymns we sing but in the silences we…