READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 148
First Lesson—Samuel, the young assistant to the priest, Eli, grows physically, spiritually, and socially. 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26
Second Lesson—Paul describes the attributes of spiritual maturity to which we should aspire as committed Christians. Colossians 3:12-17
Gospel—Like Hannah’s Samuel, Mary’s Jesus reaches the age of inquiry and decision-making. Luke 2:41-52

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader:The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People:And also with you.
Leader:Give thanks to our Sovereign with your whole heart.
People:We will give hearty thanks in the company of the entire congregation.

INVOCATION
Sovereign God, it is fitting that we seek your presence in the company of our neighbors as well as in our private prayers for you are our Creator and Savior.…