Liturgical Color: Purple

Gospel: John 9:1-41, Matthew 20:17-28

Theme: Who in the world wants to be a servant?

Bulletin Cover
Suggestion: Kairos, Box 24056, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55424 has developed "The Church in the World Bulletin Series." For the theme of servanthood. Jesus' words about servanthood appear on the cover with a picture of "Playboy" symbols. Of all the bulletin covers I've ever used, this one has caused the most conversation.

Pastoral Invitation to the Celebration
Consider this: If this is God's world, which it is, then, let's celebrate the Presence and Power of the living God as we continue through Lent, in anticipation of Good Friday and Easter.

You may want to continue with this litany, asking the people to shout reverently, their response:

Pastor: Gladness is ours…