Theme: Jesus Teaches the Essence of His Being the True Bread and Cup. This is too much for many, so they desert him. The disciples, up to this point, promise to stick with him.

Liturgical Color: Green

THE COMMUNITY GATHERS TO CELEBRATE

Pastoral Invitation (Pastor and People)
In the name of the Living Bread and Wine, welcome to worship. As we begin worship, I invite you to think about the kind of disciple you are, a devotee or a deserter, especially when things get rough. (One minute of silence.) Now, are you ready to explore that question? (Wait for a response; if none, ask it again, until you get a response.)

Pastor: The Good News is profound and simple. "God never hides from those who want to receive God."
People: Show us God the Parent, and we shall be ready.
Pastor: Has Jesus, the …