READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 119:97-104
First Lesson—After all the gloom the prophet offers the hopeful promise of a new covenant. Jeremiah 31:27-34
Second Lesson—The apostle Paul encourages Timothy to continue in his studies of the Holy Scripture and remain faithful to its teaching in the face of opposition. 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5
Gospel—Perseverance in prayer is urged by a story of a persistent widow seeking justice before an ungodly judge. Luke 18:1-8

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Hear and become familiar with the sacred writings which have power to make you wise.
People: The Bible can lead us to salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.

INVOCATION
We come to worship, O God, in response to your Word spoken in Jesus …