READINGS
Psalter - Psalms 99:1-9
First Lesson - Moses experiences as much of the divine glory as is possible and permissible. Exodus 33:12-23
Second Lesson - Paul gives thanks for the faith of the young church in Thessalonica. 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10
Gospel - In response to a loaded question from his adversaries, Jesus gives a pithy proverb to guide us in dividing our loyalties to God and country. Matthew 22:15-22

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Put no faith in princes but in the Creator, who also watches over the stranger and gives heart to the orphan and widow.
People: We will trust our Creator who watches over us.

INVOCATION
By coming to your house of prayer, Gracious God, we show that our faith is in you ab…