Liturgical Color: Green

Gospel: Matthew 16:13-20

Theme: Peter's confession, "You are the Christ!"

Pastoral Invitation to the Celebration
Suggestion: "Jesus asked his disciples, 'Who do people say I am?' Then, he asked Peter, 'Who do you say that I am?' (Matthew 15:16, R.S.V.) Jesus asks us that same question. If someone asked you to respond right now, what would you say, and what difference does that response make in your life, as you related to your mate, children, vocation, vacation, politics, economics, education? We explore that question today."

You may want to continue with this response between pastor and people:
Pastor: The Good News is, "God is not hidden to those who want to receive him/her."
Ministers: Show us the Parent and we shall be satisfied.
Pastor: Has Jesus been with …