READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 130:1
First Lesson—David laments the death of King Saul and his bosom friend, Prince Jonathan. 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27
Second Lesson—Paul promotes the sharing of the Corinthians, who have the means, with those who are poor and in need of their help. 2 Corinthians 8:7-15
Gospel—Mark recounts two incidents of healing in the ministry of Jesus. Mark 5:21-43

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Seek the face of the God of Israel and of Jesus to receive the blessing of God our savior.
People: We see the face of the God our savior in the face of Jesus Christ.

INVOCATION
Loving God, we seek your face in times of joy and sorrow. We may come more casually when life is full of happiness. We come with yearni…