READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 20:1
First Lesson—Samuel anoints David to be king over Israel after the failure of Saul on the throne. 1 Samuel 15:34–16:13
Second Lesson—For Paul, the death and resurrection of Jesus is a preparation for his and our salvation. 2 Corinthians 5:6-10, (11-13), 14-17
Gospel—The Gospel according to Mark includes parables that the other Gospels include in more detail. Mark 4:26-34

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Come to Christ, the great storyteller, and he will teach you in public and in private the meaning of life.
People: We have come to Christ to learn the true meaning of life.

INVOCATION
God of all wisdom, Truth and Wisdom of Solomon Incarnate, Spirit of truth and wisdom, we come to hear…