First Lesson: Isaiah 25:6-9

Theme: From a shroud springs salvation

Exegetical Note
This eschatological passage envisions a great, sumptuous, universal feast to be given by God (on a mountain) in conjunction with the divine destruction and "swallowing" of the "covering" or "veil" of death and the tears and reproach that death brings. Verse 9 conveys the joy of a people who have waited a long time for this salvation, and are ready to celebrate.

Call to Worship
Leader: Arise! Shine! Give God glory for the life that has sprung from death this day!
People: FOR IN THE RISEN CHRIST, GOD HAS LIFTED THE VEIL OF DEATH THAT SHROUDED US ALL!
Leader: We have awaited God, and God has delivered the promised salvation.
People: LET US REJOICE AND BE GLAD FOR THE SALVATION THAT IS OURS THIS DAY!

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