READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 130
First Lesson—King David mourns the murder of his rebellious son, Absalom. 2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33
Second Lesson—The apostle Paul mentions some daily specifics of morality that should reflect Christian faith. Ephesians 4:25–5:2
Gospel—The messianic claim of Jesus is expressed in the metaphor of heavenly manna. John 6:35, 41-51

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Await God’s presence and hope in God’s word.
People: We will attend as if we were looking for the first light of dawn after a dark night.

INVOCATION
As your Perfect Son, Jesus, went habitually to the synagogue, God of Israel and the church, so we come to this house of prayer in imitation of his faithfulness. Grant that we may s…