READINGS
Psalter - Psalms 86:1-10, 16-17
First Lesson - That human rejection does not mean divine rejection is illustrated by the story of Hagar and her son. Genesis 21:8-21
Second Lesson - Paul writes of our baptism into the death and resurrection of Christ Jesus. Romans 6:1-11
Gospel - Jesus instructs the disciples of their place in the scheme of things, the limits of their dignity but also its promise. Matthew 10:24-39

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Come and bow down before God, and glorify God's name.
People: For God is great and does wondrous things; who alone is God.

INVOCATION
You alone are our God, and we will worship no one and nothing else. We give thanks for the good things you have done for us and…