Proper 13
2 Samuel 11:26–12:13a, Psalm 51:1-19, John 6:24-35, Ephesians 4:1-16
Bulletin Aid
by B. David Hostetter

READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 51:1-12
First Lesson—The prophet’s parable traps King David’s conscience. 2 Samuel 11:26–12:13a
Second Lesson—The unity of the church can be maintained only by the exercise of the best gifts that God gives. Ephesians 4:1-6
Gospel—Jesus advocates a higher vocation than the pursuit of a free lunch. John 6:24-35

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Come into God’s presence with a clean heart, with a new and right spirit.
People: We will worship in the discipline of the Holy Spirit.

INVOCATION
Holy God, Parent of all, in Jesus Christ you have called us to lead a life like his, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, making every effort to maintain the un…

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