year c 2021/2022

Year C 2021/2022 Year C focuses on the Gospel of Luke. The semi-continuous Old Testament readings are of prophetic proclamation chosen in chronological order and highlighting Jeremiah. The second, New Testament, readings are chosen mainly from Galatians, Colossians, 1 and 2 Timothy and 2 Thessalonians.

Advent Nov. 25, 2021 through Dec. 23, 2021

Christmas Dec. 24, 2021 through Jan. 6, 2022

Time after Epiphany Jan. 7 through Mar. 1, 2022

Lent Mar. 2 through Apr. 13, 2022

The Three Days Apr. 14 through Apr. 16, 2022

Easter Apr. 17 through June 8, 2022

Time after Pentecost June 9 through Nov. 23, 2022

YEAR C 2021/2022 – Advent This Church Year Calendar, Propers, and Daily Lectionary uses the Revised Common Lectionary as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006).

Scripture references are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible.

The appointed psalm refrain for Sundays and festivals comes from the verse in parentheses.

DAY AND DATE FIRST READING SECOND READING PSALM Thu – Nov 25 Nehemiah 9:6-15 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Psalm 25:1-10

Thu. Nov. 25 — Day of Thanksgiving (U.S.A.)

Readings Deuteronomy 8:7-18

Psalm 65 (3) 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Luke 17:11-19

Prayer of the Day Almighty God our Father, your generous goodness comes to us new every day. By the work of your Spirit lead us to acknowledge your goodness, give thanks for your benefits, and serve you in willing

obedience, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. God is able to provide you with every blessing | in abundance,

so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in ev- | 'ry good work. Alleluia. (2 Cor. 9:8)

Color: Green or White (the color of the season) Fri – Nov 26 Nehemiah 9:16-25 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22 Psalm 25:1-10 Sat – Nov 27 Nehemiah 9:26-31 Luke 21:20-24 Psalm 25:1-10

Sun. Nov, 28 — First Sunday of Advent

Readings Jeremiah 33:14-16 Psalm 25:1-10 (1)

1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Luke 21:25-36

Prayer of the Day Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. By your merciful protection alert us to the threatening dangers of our sins, and redeem us for your life of justice, for you live and reign with the Father

and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Stand up and | raise your heads—

your redemption is | drawing near. Alleluia. (Luke 21:28)

Color: Blue Mon – Nov 29 Numbers 17:1-11 2 Peter 3:1-18 Psalm 90 Tue – Nov 30 2 Samuel 7:18-29 Revelation 22:12-16 Psalm 90

Or

Tue. Nov. 30 — Andrew, Apostle

Readings Ezekiel 3:16-21

Psalm 19:1-6 (4) Romans 10:10-18

John 1:35-42

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you gave your apostle Andrew the grace to obey the call of your Son and to

bring his brother to Jesus. Give us also, who are called by your holy word, grace to follow Jesus without delay and to bring into his presence those who are near to us, for he lives and reigns

with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation +Alleluia. You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,

and to the ends | of the earth. Alleluia. (Acts 1:8)

Color: Scarlet/Red Wed – Dec 1 Isaiah 1:24-31 Luke 11:29-32 Psalm 90 Thu – Dec 2 Malachi 3:5-12 Philippians 1:12-18a Luke 1:68-79 Fri – Dec 3 Malachi 3:13-18 Philippians 1:18b-26 Luke 1:68-79 Sat – Dec 4 Malachi 4:1-6 Luke 9:1-6 Luke 1:68-79

Sun. Dec. 5 — Second Sunday of Advent

Readings Malachi 3:1-4

Baruch 5:1-9 {alternate} Luke 1:68-79 (78) Philippians 1:3-11

Luke 3:1-6

Prayer of the Day Stir up our hearts, Lord God, to prepare the way of your only Son. By his coming give to all the people

of the world knowledge of your salvation; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Prepare the way | of the Lord.

All flesh shall see the salva- | tion of God. Alleluia. (Luke 3:4, 6)

Color: Blue Mon – Dec 6 Isaiah 40:1-11 Romans 8:22-25 Psalm 126 Tue – Dec 7 Isaiah 19:18-25 2 Peter 1:2-15 Psalm 126 Wed – Dec 8 Isaiah 35:3-7 Luke 7:18-30 Psalm 126 Thu – Dec 9 Amos 6:1-8 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 Isaiah 12:2-6 Fri – Dec 10 Amos 8:4-12 2 Corinthians 9:1-15 Isaiah 12:2-6 Sat – Dec 11 Amos 9:8-15 Luke 1:57-66 Isaiah 12:2-6

Sun. Dec. 12 — Third Sunday of Advent

Readings Zephaniah 3:14-20

Isaiah 12:2-6 (6) Philippians 4:4-7

Luke 3:7-18

Prayer of the Day Stir up the wills of your faithful people, Lord God, and open our ears to the preaching of John, that,

rejoicing in your salvation, we may bring forth the fruits of repentance; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. I am sending my messen- | ger before you,

who will prepare your | way before you. Alleluia. (Matt. 11:10)

Color: Blue Mon – Dec 13 Numbers 16:1-19 Hebrews 13:7-17 Isaiah 11:1-9 Tue – Dec 14 Numbers 16:20-35 Acts 28:23-31 Isaiah 11:1-9 Wed – Dec 15 Micah 4:8-13 Luke 7:31-35 Isaiah 11:1-9 Thu – Dec 16 Jeremiah 31:31-34 Hebrews 10:10-18 Psalm 80:1-7 Fri – Dec 17 Isaiah 42:10-18 Hebrews 10:32-39 Psalm 80:1-7 Sat – Dec 18 Isaiah 66:7-11 Luke 13:31-35 Psalm 80:1-7

Sun. Dec. 19 — Fourth Sunday of Advent

Readings Micah 5:2-5a

Luke 1:46b-55 (52) Psalm 80:1-7 (7) {alternate}

Hebrews 10:5-10 Luke 1:39-45 [46-55]

Prayer of the Day Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. With your abundant grace and might, free us from the sin

that binds us, that we may receive you in joy and serve you always, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Here I am, the servant | of the Lord;

let it be with me according | to your word. Alleluia. (Luke 1:38)

Color: Blue Mon – Dec 20 Genesis 25:19-28 Colossians 1:15-20 Psalm 113 Tue – Dec 21 Genesis 30:1-24 Romans 8:18-30 Psalm 113 Wed – Dec 22 Micah 4:1-5 Ephesians 2:11-22 Luke 1:46b-55 Thu – Dec 23 Micah 4:6-8 2 Peter 1:16-21 Luke 1:46b-55

YEAR C 2021/2022 – Christmas This Church Year Calendar, Propers, and Daily Lectionary uses the Revised Common Lectionary as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006).



DAY AND DATE FIRST READING SECOND READING PSALM Fri. Dec. 24 — Nativity of Our Lord I, Christmas Eve

Readings Isaiah 9:2-7

Psalm 96 (11) Titus 2:11-14

Luke 2:1-14 [15-20]

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that

here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus' presence and in the last day wake to the rightness of his glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. I am bringing you good news of great joy for | all the people:

to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messi- | ah, the Lord. Alleluia. (Luke 2:10-11)

Color: White Sat. Dec. 25 — Nativity of Our Lord II, Christmas Day

Readings Isaiah 62:6-12 Psalm 97 (11)

Titus 3:4-7 Luke 2:[1-7] 8-20

Prayer of the Day All-powerful and unseen God, the coming of your light into our world has brightened weary

hearts with peace. Call us out of darkness, and empower us to proclaim the birth of your Son,

Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. A holy day has dawned upon us. Come, you nations, and a- | dore the Lord.

For today a great light has come up- | on the earth. Alleluia.

Color: White Sat. Dec. 25 — Nativity of Our Lord III, Christmas Day


Hebrews 1:1-4 [5-12] John 1:1-14

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you gave us your only Son to take on our human nature and to illumine the world with your light. By your grace adopt us as your children and enlighten us with your Spirit, through Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,

now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. I am bringing you good news of great joy for | all the people:

to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messi- | ah, the Lord. Alleluia. (Luke 2:10-11)

or

Alleluia. A holy day has dawned upon us. Come, you nations, and a- | dore the Lord. For today a great light has come up- | on the earth. Alleluia.

Color: White Sun. Dec. 26 — First Sunday of Christmas

Readings Samuel 2:18-20, 26

Psalm 148 (13) Colossians 3:12-17

Luke 2:41-52

Prayer of the Day Shine into our hearts the light of your wisdom, O God, and open our minds to the knowledge of

your word, that in all things we may think and act according to your good will and may live continually in the light of your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Let the peace of Christ rule | in your hearts,

and let the word of Christ dwell | in you richly. Alleluia. (Col. 3:15, 16)

Color: White Mon – Dec 27 Proverbs 8:32-36 John 21:19b-24 Psalm 148

Or

Mon. Dec. 27 — John, Apostle and Evangelist

Readings Genesis 1:1-5, 26-31

Psalm 116:12-19 1 John 1:1--2:2 John 21:20-25

Prayer of the Day Merciful God, through John the apostle and evangelist you have revealed the mysteries of your Word

made flesh. Let the brightness of your light shine on your church, so that all your people, instructed in the holy gospel, may walk in the light of your truth and attain eternal life, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and

Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. The Word became flesh and | lived among us, and we have be- | held his glory. Alleluia. (John 1:14)

Color: White Tue – Dec 28 Isaiah 54:1-13 Revelation 21:1-7 Psalm 148

Or

Tue. Dec. 28 — The Holy Innocents, Martyrs

Readings Jeremiah 31:15-17

Psalm 124 (7) 1 Peter 4:12-19

Matthew 2:13-18

Prayer of the Day We remember today, O God, the slaughter of the innocent children of Bethlehem by order of King

Herod. Receive into the arms of your mercy all innocent victims. By your great might frustrate the designs of evil tyrants and establish your rule of justice, love, and peace, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righ- | teousness' sake,

for theirs is the king- | dom of heaven. Alleluia. (Matt. 5:10)

Color: Scarlet/Red Wed – Dec 29 1 Chronicles 28:1-10 1 Corinthians 3:10-17 Psalm 147:12-20

Or

Wed. Dec. 29 — Stephen, Deacon and Martyr (transferred)

Readings 2 Chronicles 24:17-22 Psalm 17:1-9, 15 (6)

Acts 6:8—7:2a, 51-60 Matthew 23:34-39

Prayer of the Day We give you thanks, O Lord of glory, for the example of Stephen the first martyr, who looked to heaven and prayed for his persecutors. Grant that we also May pray for our enemies and seek forgiveness for

those who hurt us, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.



Color: Scarlet/Red Thu – Dec 30 2 Chronicles 1:7-13 Mark 13:32-37 Psalm 147:12-20 Fri – Dec 31 1 Kings 3:5-14 John 8:12-19 Psalm 147:12-20

Or

Fri. Dec. 31, 2021 — New Year’s Eve

Readings Ecclesiastes 3:1-13

Psalm 8 Revelation 21:1-6a Matthew 25:31-46

Prayer of the Day Eternal God, you have placed us in a world of space and time, and through the events of our lives you bless us with your love. Grant that in the new year we may know your presence, see your love at work, and live in the light of the event that gives us joy forever—the coming of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord,

who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. O God, you have | been our refuge

from one generation | to another. Alleluia. (Ps. 90:1)

Color: White Sat. Jan. 1, 2022 — Name of Jesus

Readings Numbers 6:22-27

Psalm 8 (1) Galatians 4:4-7

Philippians 2:5-11 {alternate} Luke 2:15-21

Prayer of the Day Eternal Father, you gave your incarnate Son the holy name of Jesus to be a sign of our salvation. Plant in

every heart the love of the Savior of the world, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. At the name of Jesus every | knee should bend,

in heaven and on earth and un- | der the earth. Alleluia. (Phil. 2:10)

Color: White Sun. Jan. 2 — Second Sunday of Christmas

Readings Jeremiah 31:7:14

Sirach 24:1-12 {alternate} Psalm 144:12-20 (12)

Wisdom 10:15-21 (20) {alternate}

Ephesians 1:3-14 John 1:[1-9] 10-18

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you have filled all the earth with the light of your incarnate Word. By your grace empower

us to reflect your light in all that we do, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever

or

O God, our redeemer, you created light that we might live, and you illumine our world with your beloved Son. By your Spirit comfort us in all darkness, and turn us toward the light of Jesus Christ, our

Savior, who lives and resigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. All the ends | of the earth

have seen the victory | of our God. Alleluia. (Ps. 98:3)

Color: White Mon – Jan 3 Job 42:10-17 Luke 8:16-21 Psalm 72 Tue – Jan 4 Isaiah 6:1-5 Acts 7:44-53 Psalm 72 Wed – Jan 5 Jeremiah 31:7-14 John 1:[1-9] 10-18 Psalm 72

Thu. Jan. 6 — Epiphany of Our Lord


Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 (11) Ephesians 3:1-12 Matthew 2:1-12

Prayer of the Day O God, on this day you revealed your Son to the nations by the leading of a star. Lead us now by faith to know your presence in our lives, and bring us at last to the full vision of your glory, through your Son, Jesus

Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

or

Almighty and ever-living God, you revealed the incarnation of your Son by the brilliant shining of a star. Shine the light of your justice always in our hearts and over all lands, and accept our lives as the treasure we offer in your praise and for your service, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns


or

Everlasting God, the radiance of all faithful people, you brought the nations to the brightness of your rising. Fill the world with your glory, and show yourself to all the world through him who is the true light and the bright morning star, your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the

Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. We have observed his star | at its rising,

and have come to | worship him. Alleluia. (Matt. 2:2)

Color: White Fri – Jan 7 Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 1 Corinthians 2:1-10 Psalm 29 Sat – Jan 8 Ecclesiastes 3:1-15 1 Corinthians 2:11-16 Psalm 29

YEAR C 2021/2022 – Time after Epiphany This Church Year Calendar, Propers, and Daily Lectionary uses the Revised Common Lectionary as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006).



DAY AND DATE FIRST READING SECOND READING PSALM Sun. Jan. 9 — Baptism of Our Lord / First Sunday after Epiphany - Lectionary 1

Readings Isaiah 43:1-7 Psalm 29 (3) Acts 8:14-17

Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you anointed Jesus at his baptism with the Holy Spirit and revealed him as your beloved

Son. Keep all who are born of water and the Spirit faithful in your service, that we may rejoice to be called children of God, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. A voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, | the Beloved,

with whom I | am well pleased." Alleluia. (Matt. 3:17)

Color: White Mon – Jan 10 Judges 4:1-16 Ephesians 6:10-17 Psalm 106:1-12 Tue – Jan 11 Judges 5:12-21 1 John 5:13-21 Psalm 106:1-12 Wed – Jan 12 Numbers 27:1-11 Luke 11:33-36 Psalm 106:1-12 Thu – Jan 13 Jeremiah 3:1-5 Acts 8:18-24 Psalm 36:5-10 Fri – Jan 14 Jeremiah 3:19-25 1 Corinthians 7:1-7 Psalm 36:5-10 Sat – Jan 15 Jeremiah 4:1-4 Luke 11:14-23 Psalm 36:5-10

Sun. Jan. 16 — Second Sunday after Epiphany - Lectionary 2


Psalm 36:5-10 (8) 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

John 2:1-11

Prayer of the Day Lord God, source of every blessing, you showed forth your glory and led many to faith by the works of

your Son, who brought gladness and salvation to his people. Transform us by the Spirit of his love, that we may find our life together in him, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Jesus re- | vealed his glory,

and his disciples be- | lieved in him. Alleluia. (John 2:11)

Color: Green Mon – Jan 17 Isaiah 54:1-8 Romans 12:9-21 Psalm 145 Tue – Jan 18 Song of Solomon 4:1-8 1 Corinthians 1:3-17 Psalm 145

Or

Tue. Jan. 18 — Confession of Peter

Readings Acts 4:8-13

Psalm 18:1-6, 16-19 (2) 1 Corinthians 10:1-5 Matthew 16:13-19

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you inspired Simon Peter to confess Jesus as the Messiah and Son of the living God. Keep your church firm on the rock of this faith, so that in unity and peace it may proclaim one truth

and follow one Lord, your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea | and Samaria,


Color: White Wed – Jan 19 Song of Solomon 4:9—5:1 Luke 5:33-39 Psalm 145 Thu – Jan 20 Isaiah 61:1-7 Romans 7:1-6 Psalm 19 Fri – Jan 21 Nehemiah 2:1-10 Romans 12:1-8 Psalm 19 Sat – Jan 22 Nehemiah 5:1-13 Luke 2:39-52 Psalm 19

Sun. Jan. 23 — Third Sunday after Epiphany - Lectionary 3

Readings Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10

Psalm 19 (7) 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a

Luke 4:14-21

Prayer of the Day Blessed Lord God, you have caused the holy scriptures to be written for the nourishment of your

people. Grant that we may hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that, comforted by your promises, we may embrace and forever hold fast to the hope of eternal life,

through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord has anointed me to bring good news | to the poor,

and to proclaim release | to the captives. Alleluia. (Luke 4:18)

Color: Green Mon – Jan 24 Jeremiah 36:1-10 1 Corinthians 14:1-12 Psalm 119:89-96 Tue – Jan 25 Jeremiah 36:11-26 2 Corinthians 7:2-12 Psalm 119:89-96

Or

Tue. Jan. 25 — Conversion of Paul


Psalm 67 (3) Galatians 1:11-24

Luke 21:10-19

Prayer of the Day O God, by the preaching of your apostle Paul you have caused the light of the gospel to

shine throughout the world. Grant that we may follow his example and be witnesses to the truth of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. This Jesus | God raised up,

and of that all of | us are witnesses. Alleluia. (Acts 2:32)

Color: White Wed – Jan 26 Jeremiah 36:27-32 Luke 4:38-44 Psalm 119:89-96 Thu – Jan 27 2 Chronicles 34:1-7 Acts 10:44-48 Psalm 71:1-6 Fri – Jan 28 2 Chronicles 35:20-27 Acts 19:1-10 Psalm 71:1-6 Sat – Jan 29 2 Chronicles 36:11-21 John 1:43-51 Psalm 71:1-6

Sun. Jan. 30 — Fourth Sunday after Epiphany - Lectionary 4

Readings Jeremiah 1:4-10 Psalm 71:1-6 (6)

1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Luke 4:21-30

Prayer of the Day Almighty and ever-living God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and love; and that we

may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. You shall go to all to | whom I send you.

Do not be afraid, for | I am with you. Alleluia. (Jer. 1:7, 8)

Color: Green Mon – Jan 31 1 Kings 17:8-16 1 Corinthians 2:6-16 Psalm 56 Tue – Feb 1 2 Kings 5:1-14 1 Corinthians 14:13-25 Psalm 56 Wed – Feb 2 Jeremiah 1:11-19 Luke 19:41-44 Psalm 56

Or

Wed. Feb. 2 — Presentation of Our Lord

Readings Malachi 3:1-4 Psalm 84 (1)

Psalm 24:7-10 (7) {alternate} Hebrews 2:14-18

Luke 2:22-40

Prayer of the Day Almighty and ever-living God, your only-begotten Son was presented this day in the temple.

May we be presented to you with clean and pure hearts by the same Jesus Christ, our great high priest, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. My eyes have seen | your salvation,

which you have prepared in the presence | of all peoples. Alleluia. (Luke 2:30-31)

Color: White Thu – Feb 3 Numbers 20:22-29 Acts 9:19b-25 Psalm 138 Fri – Feb 4 Numbers 27:12-23 Acts 9:26-31 Psalm 138 Sat – Feb 5 Judges 3:7-11 Luke 4:42-44 Psalm 138

Sun. Feb. 6 — Fifth Sunday after Epiphany - Lectionary 5

Readings Isaiah 6:1-8[9-13]


Luke 5:1-11

Prayer of the Day Most holy God, the earth is filled with your glory, and before you angels and saints stand in awe. Enlarge our vision to see your power at work in the world, and by your grace make us heralds of

your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Jesus says, | Follow me,

and I will make you | fish for people. Alleluia. (Matt. 4:19)

Color: Green Mon – Feb 7 Judges 5:1-11 1 Corinthians 14:26-40 Psalm 115 Tue – Feb 8 1 Samuel 9:15—10:1b 1 Timothy 3:1-9 Psalm 115 Wed – Feb 9 Isaiah 8:1-15 Luke 5:27-32 Psalm 115 Thu – Feb 10 Jeremiah 13:12-19 Acts 13:26-34 Psalm 1 Fri – Feb 11 Jeremiah 13:20-27 1 Peter 1:17—2:1 Psalm 1 Sat – Feb 12 Jeremiah 17: 1-4 Luke 11:24-28 Psalm 1

Sun. Feb. 13 — Sixth Sunday after Epiphany - Lectionary 6



Luke 6:17-26

Prayer of the Day Living God, in Christ you make all things new. Transform the poverty of our nature by the riches

of your grace, and in the renewal of our lives make known your glory, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Rejoice, and | leap for joy,

for surely your reward is | great in heaven. Alleluia. (Luke 6:23)

Color: Green

Mon – Feb 14 2 Kings 24:18—25:21 1 Corinthians 15:20-34 Psalm 120 Tue – Feb 15 Ezra 1:1-11 2 Corinthians 1:12-19 Psalm 120 Wed – Feb 16 Jeremiah 22:11-17 Luke 11:37-52 Psalm 120 Thu – Feb 17 Genesis 43:16-34 Romans 8:1-11 Psalm 37:1-11,39-40 Fri – Feb 18 Genesis 44:1-17 1 John 2:12-17 Psalm 37:1-11,39-40 Sat – Feb 19 Genesis 44:18-34 Luke 12:57-59 Psalm 37:1-11,39-40

Sun. Feb. 20 — Seventh Sunday after Epiphany - Lectionary 7

Readings Genesis 43:3-11, 15

Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40 (11) 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50

Luke 6:27-38

Prayer of the Day O Lord Jesus, make us instruments of your peace, that where there is hatred, we may sow love, where there is injury, pardon, and where there is despair, hope. Grant, O divine master, that we may seek to console, to understand, and to love in your name, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy

Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Love your enemies, and you will be children of | the Most High;

forgive, and you will | be forgiven. Alleluia. (Luke 6:35, 37)

Color: Green Mon – Feb 21 Genesis 33:1-17 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 Psalm 38 Tue – Feb 22 1 Samuel 24:1-22 1 Corinthians 11:17-22,27-33 Psalm 38 Wed – Feb 23 Leviticus 5:1-13 Luke 17:1-4 Psalm 38 Thu – Feb 24 Deuteronomy 9:1-5 Acts 3:11-16 Psalm 99 Fri – Feb 25 Deuteronomy 9:6-14 Acts 10:1-8 Psalm 99 Sat – Feb 26 Deuteronomy 9:15-24 Luke 10:21-24 Psalm 99

Sun. Feb 27 — Transfiguration of Our Lord / Last Sunday after Epiphany

Readings Exodus 34:29-35

Psalm 99 (9) 2 Corinthians 3:12 — 4:2

Luke 9:28-36[37-43a]

Prayer of the Day Holy God, mighty and immortal, you are beyond our knowing, yet we see your glory in the face of Jesus Christ. Transform us into the likeness of your Son, who renewed our humanity so that we may

share in his divinity, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. This is my | Son, my Chosen, lis- | ten to him! Alleluia. (Luke 9:35)

Color: White Mon – Feb 28 Exodus 35:1-29 Acts 10:9-23a Psalm 35:11-28 Tue – Mar 1 Ezekiel 1:1—2:1 Acts 10:23b-33 Psalm 35:11-28

YEAR C 2021/2022 – Lent This Church Year Calendar, Propers, and Daily Lectionary uses the Revised Common Lectionary as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006).


The appointed psalm refrain for Sun. s and festivals is from the verse in parentheses.

DAY AND DATE FIRST READING SECOND READING PSALM Wed. March 2 — Ash Wednesday

Readings Joel 2:1-2, 12-17

Isaiah 58:1-12 {alternate} Psalm 51:1-17 (1)

2 Corinthians 5:20b—6:10 Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21

Prayer of the Day Almighty and ever-living God, you hate nothing you have made, and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent. Create in us new and honest hearts, so that, truly repenting of our sins, we may receive from you, the God of all mercy, full pardon and forgiveness through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and


or

Gracious God, out of your love and mercy you breathed into dust the breath of life, creating us to serve you and our neighbors. Call forth our prayers and acts of kindness, and strengthen us to face our

mortality with confidence in the mercy of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Return to the | LORD, your God,

who is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in | steadfast love. (Joel 2:13)

Color: Purple Thu – Mar 3 Exodus 5:10-23 Acts 7:30-34 Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 Fri – Mar 4 Exodus 6:1-13 Acts 7:35-42 Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 Sat – Mar 5 Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 John 12:27-36 Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16

Sun. Mar. 6 — First Sunday in Lent

Readings Deuteronomy 26:1-11 Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 (11)

Romans 10:8b-13 Luke 4:1-13

Prayer of the Day O Lord God, you led your people through the wilderness and brought them to the promised land. Guide us now, so that, following your Son, we may walk safely through the wilderness of this world toward the life you alone can give, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the


Gospel Acclamation One does not live by | bread alone,

but by every word that comes from the | mouth of God. (Matt. 4:4)

Color: Purple Mon – Mar 7 1 Chronicles 21:1-17 1 John 2:1-6 Psalm 17 Tue – Mar 8 Zechariah 3:1-10 2 Peter 2:4-21 Psalm 17 Wed – Mar 9 Job 1:1-22 Luke 21:34—22:6 Psalm 17 Thu – Mar 10 Genesis 13:1-7, 14-18 Philippians 3:2-12 Psalm 27 Fri – Mar 11 Genesis 14:17-24 Philippians 3:17-20 Psalm 27 Sat – Mar 12 Psalm 118:26-29 Matthew 23:37-39 Psalm 27

Sun. Mar. 13 — Second Sunday in Lent

Readings Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18

Psalm 27 (5) Philippians 3:17—4:1

Luke 13:31-35

Prayer of the Day God of the covenant, in the mystery of the cross you promise everlasting life to the world. Gather all

peoples into your arms, and shelter us with your mercy, that we may rejoice in the life we share in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now

and forever.

Gospel Acclamation The Son of Man must be | lifted up,

that whoever believes in him may have e- | ternal life. (John 3:14-15)

Color: Purple Mon – Mar 14 Exodus 33:1-6 Romans 4:1-12 Psalm 105:1-15 [16-41] 42 Tue – Mar 15 Numbers 14:10b-24 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Psalm 105:1-15 [16-41] 42 Wed – Mar 16 2 Chronicles 20:1-22 Luke 13:22-31 Psalm 105:1-15 [16-41] 42 Thu – Mar 17 Daniel 3:19-30 Revelation 2:8-11 Psalm 63:1-8 Fri – Mar 18 Daniel 12:1-4 Revelation 3:1-6 Psalm 63:1-8 Sat – Mar 19 Isaiah 5:1-7 Luke 6:43-45 Psalm 63:1-8

Or

Sat. Mar. 19 — Joseph, Guardian of Jesus

Readings 2 Samuel 7:4, 8-16 Psalm 89:1-29 (2) Romans 4:13-18

Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24a

Prayer of the Day O God, from the family of your servant David you raised up Joseph to be the guardian of your incarnate

Son and the husband of his blessed mother. Give us grace to imitate his uprightness of life and his

obedience to your commands, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation We have a building from God, a house not | made with hands,

eternal | in the heavens. (2 Cor. 5:1)

Color: White Sun. Mar. 20 — Third Sunday in Lent



Luke 13:1-9

Prayer of the Day Eternal God, your kingdom has broken into our troubled world through the life, death, and

resurrection of your Son. Help us to hear your word and obey it, and bring your saving love to fruition in our lives, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,


Gospel Acclamation Jesus began | to proclaim,

Repent, for the kingdom of heaven | has come near. (Matt. 4:17)

Color: Purple Mon – Mar 21 Jeremiah 11:1-17 Romans 2:1-11 Psalm 39 Tue – Mar 22 Ezekiel 17:1-10 Romans 2:12-16 Psalm 39 Wed- Mar 23 Numbers 13:17-27 Luke 13:18-21 Psalm 39 Thu – Mar 24 Joshua 4:1-13 2 Corinthians 4:16—5:5 Psalm 32 Fri – Mar 25 Joshua 4:14-24 2 Corinthians 5:6-15 Psalm 32

Or

Fri. Mar. 25 — Annunciation of Our Lord


Psalm 45 Psalm 40:5-10 (8) {alternate}

Hebrews 10:4-10 Luke 1:26-38

Prayer of the Day Pour your grace into our hearts, O God, that we who have known the incarnation of your Son, Jesus

Christ, announced by an angel, may by his cross and passion be brought to the glory of his resurrection; for he lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation [Alleluia.] Greetings, O favored one! The | Lord is with you.

The Holy Spirit will | come upon you. [Alleluia.] (Luke 1:28, 35)

Color: White Sat – Mar 26 Exodus 32:7-14 Luke 15:1-10 Psalm 32

Sun. Mar. 27 — Fourth Sunday in Lent

Readings Joshua 5:9-12 Psalm 32 (11)

2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32

Prayer of the Day God of compassion, you welcome the wayward, and you embrace us all with your mercy.

By our baptism clothe us with garments of your grace, and feed us at the table of your love, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,


Gospel Acclamation I will arise and go to my fa- | ther and say,

I have sinned against heaven | and before you. (Luke 15:18)

Color: Purple Mon – Mar 28 Leviticus 23:26-41 Revelation 19:1-8 Psalm 53 Tue – Mar 29 Leviticus 25:1-19 Revelation 19:9-10 Psalm 53 Wed – Mar 30 2 Kings 4:1-7 Luke 9:10-17 Psalm 53 Thu – Mar 31 Isaiah 43:1-7 Philippians 2:19-24 Psalm 126 Fri – Apr 1 Isaiah 43:8-15 Philippians 2:25—3:1 Psalm 126 Sat – Apr 2 Exodus 12:21-27 John 11:45-57 Psalm 126

Sun. Apr. 3 — Fifth Sunday in Lent


Philippians 3:4b-14 John 12:1-8

Prayer of the Day Creator God, you prepare a new way in the wilderness, and your grace waters our desert. Open our

hearts to be transformed by the new thing you are doing, that our lives may proclaim the extravagance of your love given to all through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you

and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what | lies ahead,

I press on toward the goal for the prize of the heavenly call of God | in Christ Jesus. (Phil. 3:13-14)

Color: Purple Mon – Apr 4 Exodus 40:1-15 Hebrews 10:19-25 Psalm 20 Tue – Apr 5 Judges 9:7-15 1 John 2:18-28 Psalm 20 Wed – Apr 6 Habakkuk 3:2-15 Luke 18:31-34 Psalm 20 Thu – Apr 7 Isaiah 53:10-12 Hebrews 2:1-9 Psalm 31:9-16 Fri – Apr 8 Isaiah 54:9-10 Hebrews 2:10-18 Psalm 31:9-16 Sat – Apr 9 Leviticus 23:1-8 Luke 22:1-13 Psalm 31:9-16

Sun. Apr. 10 — Sunday of the Passion/Palm Sunday

Readings Luke 19:28-40, Procession with Palms

Isaiah 50:4-9a

Psalm 31:9-16 (5) Philippians 2:5-11

Luke 22:14 — 23:56 Luke 23:1-49 {alternate}

Prayer of the Day Everlasting God, in your endless love for the human race you sent our Lord Jesus Christ to take on our nature and to suffer death on the cross. In your mercy enable us to share in his obedience to

your will and in the glorious victory of his resurrection, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

or

Sovereign God, you have established your rule in the human heart through the servanthood of Jesus Christ. By your Spirit, keep us in the joyful procession of those who with their tongues confess

Jesus as Lord and with their lives praise him as Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

or

O God of mercy and might, in the mystery of the passion of your Son you offer your infinite life to the world. Gather us around the cross of Christ, and preserve us until the resurrection, through Jesus Christ,

our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Christ humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death--even death | on a cross.

Therefore God also highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above | ev'ry name. (Phil. 2:8-9)

Color: Purple/Scarlet Mon. Apr. 11 — Monday in Holy Week


Psalm 36:5-11 (7) Hebrews 9:11-15

John 12:1-11

Prayer of the Day O God, your Son chose the path that led to pain before joy and to the cross before glory. Plant his cross in our hearts, so that in its power and love we May come at last to joy and glory, through Jesus Christ, our

Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation May I never boast of | anything

except the cross of our Lord | Jesus Christ. (Gal. 6:14)

Color: Purple/Scarlet Tue. Apr. 12 — Tuesday in Holy Week



John 12:20-36

Prayer of the Day Lord Jesus, you have called us to follow you. Grant that our love may not grow cold in your service, and that we may not fail or deny you in the time of trial, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy




Color: Purple/Scarlet Wed. Apr. 13 — Wednesday in Holy Week

Readings Isaiah 50:4-9a Psalm 70 (1)

Hebrews 12:1-3 John 13:21-32

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, your Son our Savior suffered at human hands and endured the shame of the cross. Grant that we May walk in the way of his cross and find it the way of life and peace, through Jesus Christ, our




Color: Purple/Scarlet

YEAR C 2021/2022 – The Three Days This Church Year Calendar, Propers, and Daily Lectionary uses the Revised Common Lectionary as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006).



Thu. Apr. 14 — Maundy Thursday

Readings Exodus 12:1-4 [5-10] 11-14 Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19 (13)

1 Corinthians 11:23-26 John 13:1-17, 31b-35

Prayer of the Day Holy God, source of all love, on the night of his betrayal, Jesus gave us a new commandment, to love

one another as he loves us. Write this commandment in our hearts, and give us the will to serve others as he was the servant of all, your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and

the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

or

Eternal God, in the sharing of a meal your Son established a new covenant for all people, and in the washing of feet he showed us the dignity of service. Grant that by the power of your Holy

Spirit these signs of our life in faith may speak again to our hearts, feed our spirits, and refresh our bodies, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,

now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation I give you a | new commandment,

that you love one another just as I | have loved you. (John 13:34)

Color: Scarlet/White Fri. Apr. 15 — Good Friday

Readings Isaiah 52:13—53:12

Psalm 22 (1) Hebrews 10:16-25

Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9 {alternate} John 18:1—19:42

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, look with loving mercy on your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be

betrayed, to be given over to the hands of sinners, and to suffer death on the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.

or

Merciful God, your Son was lifted up on the cross to draw all people to himself. Grant that we who have been born out of his wounded side may at all times find mercy in him, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord,

who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Look to Jesus, who for the sake of the joy that was set before him endured

the cross, disregard- | ing its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the | throne of God. (Heb. 12:2)

Color: None Sat. Apr. 16 — Resurrection of Our Lord, Vigil of Easter

Readings Creation

First Reading: Genesis 1:1–2:4a Response: Psalm 136:1-9, 23-26 (1)

Flood Second Reading: Genesis 7:1-5, 11-18, 8:6-18, 9:8-13

Response: Psalm 46 (7)

Testing of Abraham Third Reading: Genesis 22:1-18


Deliverance at the Red Sea Fourth Reading: Exodus 14:10-31; 15:20-21

Response: Exodus 15:1b-13, 17-18 (1)

Salvation Freely Offered to All Fifth Reading: Isaiah 55:1-11 Response: Isaiah 12:2-6 (3)

The Wisdom of God Sixth Reading: Proverbs 8:1-8, 19-21; 9:4b-6 or Baruch 3:9-15, 32–4:4


A New Heart and a New Spirit Seventh Reading: Ezekiel 36:24-28 Response: Psalms 42 and 43 (42:2)

Valley of the Dry Bones Eighth Reading: Ezekiel 37:1-14


Gathering of God's People Ninth Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-20


Call of Jonah Tenth Reading: Jonah 1:1–2:1

Response: Jonah 2:2-3 [4-6] 7-9 (9)

Clothed in the Garments of Salvation Eleventh Reading: Isaiah 61:1-4, 9-11

Response: Deuteronomy 32:1-4, 7, 36a, 43a (3-4)

Deliverance from the Fiery Furnace Twelfth Reading: Daniel 3:1-29

Response: Song of the Three Young Men 35-65 (35)

New Testament Reading Romans 6:3-11

Gospel John 20:1-18

Prayer of the Day Eternal giver of life and light, this holy night shines with the radiance of the risen Christ. Renew your

church with the Spirit given us in baptism, that we may worship you in sincerity and truth and may shine as a light in the world, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy


or

O God, you are the creator of the world, the liberator of your people, and the wisdom of the earth. By the resurrection of your Son free us from our fears, restore us in your image, and ignite us with your light,

through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Let us sing to the LORD, who has | triumphed gloriously;

our strength and our might, who has become | our salvation. Alleluia. (Exod. 15:1-2)

Color: White/Gold

YEAR C 2021/2022 – Easter This Church Year Calendar, Propers, and Daily Lectionary uses the Revised Common Lectionary as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006).



DAY AND DATE FIRST READING SECOND READING PSALM Sun. Apr. 17 — Resurrection of Our Lord, Easter Day


Isaiah 65:17-25 {alternate} Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 (24)

1 Corinthians 15:19-26 Acts 10:34-43 {alternate}

Luke 24:1-12 John 20:1-18 {alternate}

Prayer of the Day O God, you gave your only Son to suffer death on the cross for our redemption, and by his glorious

resurrection you delivered us from the power of death. Make us die every day to sin, that we may live with him forever in the joy of the resurrection, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns


or

God of mercy, we no longer look for Jesus among the dead, for he is alive and has become the Lord of life. Increase in our minds and hearts the risen life we share with Christ, and help us to grow as your

people toward the fullness of eternal life with you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Christ, our paschal lamb, | has been sacrificed. Therefore, let us | keep the feast. Alleluia. (1 Cor. 5:7, 8)

Color: White/Gold Sun. Apr. 17 — Resurrection of Our Lord, Easter Evening


1 Corinthians 5:6b-8 Luke 24:13-49

Prayer of the Day O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread, open the eyes

of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Our hearts | burn within us

while you open to | us the scriptures. Alleluia. (Luke 24:27)

Color: White/Gold Mon – Apr 18 Joshua 10:16-27 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8 Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 Tue – Apr 19 Judges 4:17-23; 5:24-31a Revelation 12:1-12 Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 Wed – Apr 20 2 Samuel 6:1-15 Luke 24:1-12 Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 Thu – Apr 21 1 Samuel 17:1-23 Acts 5:12-16 Psalm 150 Fri – Apr 22 1 Samuel 17:19-32 Acts 5:17-26 Psalm 150 Sat – Apr 23 1 Samuel 17:32-51 Luke 24:36-40 Psalm 150

Sun. Apr. 24 — Second Sunday of Easter


Psalm 118:14-29 (8) Psalm 150 (6) {alternate}

Revelation 1:4-8 John 20:19-31

Prayer of the Day Almighty and eternal God, the strength of those who believe and the hope of those who doubt, may we, who have not seen, have faith in you and receive the fullness of Christ’s blessing, who lives and

reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Blessed are those who | have not seen

and yet have come | to believe. Alleluia. (John 20:29)

Color: White Mon – Apr 25 Esther 7:1-10 Revelation 1:9-20 Psalm 122

Or

Mon. Apr. 25 — Mark, Evangelist


Psalm 57 (9) 2 Timothy 4:6-11, 18

Mark 1:1-15

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you have enriched your church with Mark’s proclamation of the gospel. Give us grace to believe firmly in the good news of salvation and to walk daily in accord with it, through Jesus Christ, our




Color: Scarlet/Red Tue – Apr 26 Esther 8:1-17 Revelation 2:8-11 Psalm 122 Wed – Apr 27 Esther 9:1-5, 18-23 Luke 12:4-12 Psalm 122 Thu – Apr 28 Isaiah 5:11-17 Revelation 3:14-22 Psalm 30 Fri – Apr 29 Isaiah 6:1-4 Revelation 4:1-11 Psalm 30 Sat – Apr 30 Genesis 18:1-8 Luke 14:12-14 Psalm 30

Sun. May 1 — Third Sunday of Easter

Readings Acts 9:1-6 [7-20]

Psalm 30 (11) Revelation 5:11-14

John 21:1-19

Prayer of the Day Eternal and all-merciful God, with all the angels and all the saints we laud your majesty and might. By the resurrection of your Son, show yourself to us and inspire us to follow Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who

lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Our hearts | burn within us

while you open to | us the scriptures. Alleluia. (Luke 24:32)

Color: White Mon – May 2 Ezekiel 1:1-25 Acts 9:19b-31 Psalm 121

Or

Mon. May 2 — Philip and James, Apostles (transferred)


Psalm 44:1-3, 20-26 (26) 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

John 14:8-14

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you gave to your apostles Philip and James grace and strength to bear witness to your

Son. Grant that we, remembering their victory of faith, may glorify in life and death the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns and you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.



Color: Scarlet/Red Tue – May 3 Ezekiel 1:26—2:1 Acts 26:1-18 Psalm 121 Wed – May 4 Isaiah 6:1-8 Luke 5:1-11 Psalm 121 Thu – May 5 Ezekiel 11:1-25 Revelation 5:1-10 Psalm 23 Fri – May 6 Ezekiel 20:39-44 Revelation 6:1—7:4 Psalm 23 Sat – May 7 Ezekiel 28:25-26 Luke 12:29-32 Psalm 23

Sun. May 8 — Fourth Sunday of Easter

Readings Acts 9:36-43 Psalm 23 (1)

Revelation 7:9-17 John 10:22-30

Prayer of the Day O God of peace, you brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great shepherd of the

sheep. By the blood of your eternal covenant, make us complete in everything good that we may do your will, and work among us all that is well-pleasing in your sight, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Jesus says, I am | the good shepherd.

I know my own and my | own know me. Alleluia. (John 10:14)

Color: White Mon – May 9 Ezekiel 37:15-28 Revelation 15:1-4 Psalm 100 Tue – May 10 Ezekiel 45:1-9 Acts 9:32-35 Psalm 100 Wed – May 11 Jeremiah 50:17-20 John 10:31-42 Psalm 100 Thu – May 12 Ezekiel 2:8—3:11 Revelation 10:1-11 Psalm 148 Fri – May 13 Daniel 7:13-14 Revelation 11:15 Psalm 148 Sat – May 14 Daniel 7:27 Revelation 11:16-19 Psalm 148

Or

Sat. May 14 — Matthias, Apostle

Readings Isaiah 66:1-2 Psalm 56 (12) Acts 1:15-26 Luke 6:12-16

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you chose your faithful servant Matthias to be numbered among the twelve. Grant that

your church may always be taught and guided by faithful and true pastors, through Jesus Christ our shepherd, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.



Color: Scarlet/Red

Sun. May 15 — Fifth Sunday of Easter


Psalm 148 (13) Revelation 21:1-6

John 13:31-35

Prayer of the Day O Lord God, you teach us that without love, our actions gain nothing. Pour into our hearts your most excellent gift of love, that, made alive by your Spirit, we may know goodness and peace,

through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Everyone will know that you are | my disciples if you have love for | one another. Alleluia. (John 13:35)

Color: White Mon – May 16 1 Samuel 20:1-23, 35-42 Acts 11:19-26 Psalm 133 Tue – May 17 2 Samuel 1:4-27 Acts 11:27-30 Psalm 133 Wed – May 18 Leviticus 19:9-18 Luke 10:25-28 Psalm 133 Thu – May 19 Proverbs 2:1-5 Acts 15:36-41 Psalm 67 Fri – May 20 Proverbs 2:6-8 Acts 16:1-8 Psalm 67 Sat – May 21 Proverbs 2:9-15 Luke 19:1-10 Psalm 67

Sun. May 22 — Sixth Sunday of Easter


Revelation 21:10, 22—22:5 John 14:23-29

John 5:1-9 {alternate}

Prayer of the Day Bountiful God, you gather your people into your realm, and you promise us food from your tree of life. Nourish us with your word, that empowered by your Spirit we may love one another and the world you have made, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Those who love me will keep my word, and my Fa- | ther will love them,

and we will come to them and make our | home with them. Alleluia. (John 14:23)

Color: White Mon – May 23 1 Chronicles 12:16-22 Revelation 21:5-14 Psalm 93 Tue – May 24 2 Chronicles 15:1-15 Revelation 21:15-22 Psalm 93 Wed – May 25 2 Chronicles 34:20-33 Luke 2:25-38 Psalm 93

Thu. May 26 — Ascension of Our Lord


Psalm 47 (5) Psalm 93 (2) {alternate}

Ephesians 1:15-23 Luke 24:44-53

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, your only Son was taken into the heavens and in your presence intercedes for us.

Receive us and our prayers for all the world, and in the end bring everything into your glory, through Jesus Christ, our Sovereign and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one

God, now and forever.

or

Almighty God, your blessed Son, our Savior Jesus Christ, ascended far above all heavens that he might fill all things. Mercifully give us faith to trust that, as he promised, he abides with us on earth to the end of

time, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Go and make disciples of all nations, | says the Lord;

I am with you always, to the end | of the age. Alleluia. (Matt. 28:19, 20)

Color: White Fri – May 27 Exodus 33:12-17 Revelation 22:6-9 Psalm 97 Sat – May 28 Exodus 33:18-23 John 1:14-18 Psalm 97

Sun. May 29 — Seventh Sunday of Easter


Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21 John 17:20-26

Prayer of the Day O God, form the minds of your faithful people into your one will. Make us love what you command

and desire what you promise, that, amid all the changes of this world, our hearts may be fixed where true joy is found, your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. I will not leave you orphaned, | says the Lord.

I am com- | ing to you. Alleluia. (John 14:18)

Color: White Mon – May 30 Exodus 40:16-38 Acts 16:35-40 Psalm 29 Tue – May 31 2 Chronicles 5:2-14 Acts 26:19-29 Psalm 29

Or

Fri. May 31 — Visit of Mary to Elizabeth

Readings 1 Samuel 2:1-10

Psalm 113 Romans 12:9-16b

Luke 1:39-57

Prayer of the Day Mighty God, by whose grace Elizabeth rejoiced with Mary and greeted her as the mother of

the Lord: look with favor on your lowly servants that, with Mary, we may magnify your holy name

and rejoice to acclaim her Son as our Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. My soul magni- | fies the Lord,

and my spirit rejoices in | God my Savior. Alleluia. (Luke 1:47)

Color: White Wed –Jun 1 Ezekiel 3:12-21 Luke 9:18-27 Psalm 29 Thu – Jun 2 Isaiah 32:11-17 Galatians 5:16-25 Psalm 104:24-34, 35b Fri – Jun 3 Isaiah 44:1-4 Galatians 6:7-10 Psalm 104:24-34, 35b Sat – Jun 4 2 Kings 2:1-15a Luke 1:5-17 Psalm 104:24-34, 35b

Or

Sat. June 4 — Vigil of Pentecost


Acts 2:1-11{alternate} Psalm 33:12-22 (20)

Psalm 130 (4) {alternate} Romans 8:14-17, 22-27

John 7:37-39

Prayer of the Day Almighty and ever-living God, you fulfilled the promise of Easter by sending the gift of your Holy Spirit.

Look upon your people gathered in prayer, open to receive the Spirit’s flame. May it come to rest in our hearts and heal the divisions of word and tongue, that with one voice and one song we may praise your

name in joy and thanksgiving; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts | of your faithful,

and kindle in us the fire | of your love. Alleluia.

Color: Red Sun. June 5 — Day of Pentecost


Genesis 11:1-9 {alternate} Psalm 104:24-34, 35b (30)

Romans 8:14-17 Acts 2:1-21 {alternate}

John 14:8-17 [25-27]

Prayer of the Day God our creator, the resurrection of your Son offers life to all the peoples of earth. By your

Holy Spirit, kindle in us the fire of your love, empowering our lives for service and our tongues for praise, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts | of your faithful,

and kindle in us the fire | of your love. Alleluia.

Color: Red Mon – Jun 6 Joel 2:18-29 1 Corinthians 2:1-11 Psalm 48 Tue – Jun 7 Ezekiel 11:14-25 1 Corinthians 2:12-16 Psalm 48 Wed – Jun 8 Numbers 24:1-14 Luke 1:26-38 Psalm 48

YEAR C 2021/2022 – Time After Pentecost This Church Year Calendar, Propers, and Daily Lectionary uses the Revised Common Lectionary as it appears in Evangelical Lutheran Worship (2006).

Two series of readings are provided for the Time after Pentecost.

The Complementary series provides Old Testament readings and psalms chosen for their relationship to the gospels.

The Semi-continuous series provides Old Testament readings and psalms that, while not as explicitly connected to the gospels, explore many of the books and stories not covered by the

Complementary series.



DAY AND DATE FIRST READING SECOND READING PSALM Thu – Jun 9 Proverbs 3:13-18 Ephesians 1:17-19 Psalm 8 Fri – Jun 10 Proverbs 3:19-26 Ephesians 4:1-6 Psalm 8 Sat – Jun 11 Proverbs 4:1-9 Luke 2:41-52 Psalm 8

Or

Sat. June 11 — Barnabas, Apostle


Psalm 112 Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3

Matthew 10:7-16

Prayer of the Day We praise you, O God, for the life of your faithful servant Barnabas, who, seeking not his own renown but

the well-being of your church, gave generously of his life and possessions for the relief of the poor and the spread of the gospel. Grant that we may follow his example and by our actions give glory to you,

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and forever.



Color: Scarlet/Red Sun. June 12 — The Holy Trinity / First Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 11

Readings Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31

Psalm 8 (2) Romans 5:1-5 John 16:12-15

Prayer of the Day Almighty Creator and ever-living God: we worship your glory, eternal Three-in-One, and we praise

your power, majestic One-in-Three. Keep us steadfast in this faith, defend us in all adversity, and bring us at last into your presence, where you live in endless joy and love, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one


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God of heaven and earth, before the foundation of the universe and the beginning of time you are the triune God: Author of creation, eternal Word of salvation, life-giving Spirit of wisdom. Guide us to all truth by your Spirit, that we may proclaim all that Christ has revealed and rejoice in the glory he shares with us.

Glory and praise to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Holy, holy, holy is the | Lord of hosts;

God’s glory fills | the whole earth. Alleluia. (Isa. 6:3)

Color: White Mon – Jun 13 Proverbs 7:1-4 Ephesians 4:7-16 Psalm 124 Tue – Jun 14 Proverbs 8:4-21 Ephesians 5:15-20 Psalm 124 Wed – Jun 15 Daniel 1:1-21 Luke 1:46b-55 Psalm 124 Thu– Jun 16 Isaiah 56:9-12 Romans 2:17-29 Psalm 22:19-28 Fri – June 17 Isaiah 57:1-13 Galatians 3:15-22 Psalm 22:19-28 Sat – June 18 Isaiah 59:1-8 Matthew 9:27-34 Psalm 22:19-28

Sun. June 19 — Second Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 12


Psalm 22:19-28 (22) Galatians 3:23-29

Luke 8:26-39

Prayer of the Day O Lord God, we bring before you the cries of a sorrowing world. In your mercy set us free from the chains

that bind us, and defend us from everything that is evil, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Return | to your home,

and declare how much God has | done for you. Alleluia. (Luke 8:29)

Color: Green Mon – June 20 Job 18:1-21 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Psalm 64

Tue – June 21 Job 19:1-22 Ephesians 2:11-22 Psalm 64 Wed – June 22 Ezekiel 32:1-10 Luke 9:37-43a Psalm 64 Thu – June 23 Leviticus 9:22—10:11 2 Corinthians 13:5-10 Psalm 16 Fri – June 24 2 Kings 1:1-16 Galatians 4:8-20 Psalm 16

Or

Fri. June 24 — John, the Baptist

Readings Malachi 3:1-4 Psalm 141 (8) Acts 13:13-26

Luke 1:57-67 [68-80]

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, by your gracious providence your servant John the Baptist was born to Elizabeth and Zechariah. Grant to your people the wisdom to see your purpose and the openness to hear your will,

that the light of Christ may increase in us, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righ- | teousness’ sake,

for theirs is the king- | dom of heaven. Alleluia. (Matt. 5:10))

Color: Scarlet/White Sat – June 25 Deuteronomy 32:15-27,

39-43 Luke 9:21-27 Psalm 16

Sun. June 26 – Third Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 13

Readings 1 Kings 19:15-16, 19-21

Psalm 16 (8) Galatians 5:1, 13-25

Luke 9:51-62

Prayer of the Day Sovereign God, ruler of all hearts, you call us to obey you, and you favor us with true freedom. Keep us faithful to the ways of your Son, that, leaving behind all that hinders us, we may steadfastly follow your

paths, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Lord, to whom | shall we go?

You have the words of e- | ternal life. Alleluia. (John 6:68)

Color: Green Mon – June 27 Genesis 24:34-41, 50-67 1 John 2:7-11 Psalm 140 Tue – June 28 Jeremiah 3:15-18 Ephesians 5:6-20 Psalm 140 Wed – June 29 Jeremiah 23:16-22 Matthew 10:16-25 Psalm 140

Or

Sat. June 29 — Peter and Paul, Apostles


Psalm 87:1-3, 5-7 (3)

2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18 John 21:15-19

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, we praise you that your blessed apostles Peter and Paul glorified you by their martyrdoms. Grant that your church throughout the world May always be instructed by their teaching and example, be knit together in unity by your Spirit, and ever stand firm upon the one foundation who is Jesus Christ

our Lord, for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.



Color: Scarlet/Red Thu – June 30 2 Kings 21:1-15 Romans 7:14-25 Psalm 66:1-9 Fri – July 1 Jeremiah 51:47-58 2 Corinthians 8:1-7 Psalm 66:1-9 Sat – July 2 Zechariah 14:10-21 Luke 9:1-6 Psalm 66:1-9

Sun. July 3 – Fourth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 14

Readings Isaiah 66:10-14 Psalm 66:1-9 (4)

Galatians 6:[1-6] 7-16 Luke 10:1-11, 16-20

Prayer of the Day O God, the Father of our Lord Jesus, you are the city that shelters us, the mother who comforts us. With your Spirit accompany us on our life’s journey, that we may spread your peace in all the world, through

your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Let the peace of Christ rule | in your hearts,

and let the word of Christ dwell | in you richly. Alleluia. (Col. 3:15, 16)

Color: Green Mon – July 4 Jeremiah 6:10-19 Acts 19:21-27 Psalm 119:73-80

Or

Mon. July 4 — Thomas, Apostle (transferred)

Readings Judges 6:36-40

Psalm 136:1-4, 23-26 (1) Ephesians 4:11-16

John 14:1-7

Prayer of the Day Ever-living God, you strengthened your apostle Thomas with firm and certain faith in the resurrection of your Son. Grant that we too may confess our faith in Jesus Christ, our Lord and our God, who lives and

reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.



Color: Scarlet/Red

Tue – July 5 Jeremiah 8:4-13 Acts 19:28-41 Psalm 119:73-80 Wed – July 6 Joshua 23:1-16 Luke 10:13-16 Psalm 119:73-80 Thu – July 7 Genesis 41:14-36 James 2:14-26 Psalm 25:1-10 Fri – July 8 Genesis 41:37-49 Acts 7:9-16 Psalm 25:1-10 Sat – July 9 Leviticus 19:1-4, 32-37 John 3:16-21 Psalm 25:1-10

Sun. July 10 – Fifth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 15


Psalm 25:1-10 (4) Colossians 1:1-14

Luke 10:25-37

Prayer of the Day O Lord God, your mercy delights us, and the world longs for your loving care. Hear the cries

of everyone in need, and turn our hearts to love our neighbors with the love of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. You shall love the Lord your God with | all your heart,

and your neighbor | as yourself. Alleluia. (Luke 10:27)

Color: Green Mon – July 11 Job 24:1-8 James 2:1-7 Psalm 25:11-20 Tue – July 12 Proverbs 19:1-17 1 John 3:11-17 Psalm 25:11-20 Wed – July 13 Ecclesiastes 9:13-18 Matthew 25:31-46 Psalm 25:11-20 Thu – July 14 Genesis 12:10-20 Hebrews 5:1-6 Psalm 15 Fri – July 15 Genesis 13:1-18 Ephesians 3:14-21 Psalm 15 Sat – July 16 Genesis 14:1-16 Luke 8:4-10 Psalm 15

Sun. July 17 — Sixth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 16

Readings Genesis 18:1-10a


Luke 10:38-42

Prayer of the Day Eternal God, you draw near to us in Christ, and you make yourself our guest. Amid the cares of our lives, make us attentive to your presence, that we may treasure your word above all else, through

Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Blessed are those who hold the word fast in an honest | and good heart,

and bear fruit with pa- | tient endurance. Alleluia. (Luke 8:15)

Color: Green Mon – July 18 Exodus 18:1-12 Colossians 1:27—2:7 Psalm 119:97-104 Tue – July 19 Proverbs 9:1-18 1 John 2:1-6 Psalm 119:97-104 Wed – July 20 Deuteronomy 12:1-12 John 6:41-51 Psalm 119:97-104 Thu – July 21 Esther 2:19—3:6 Acts 1:15-20 Psalm 138 Fri – July 22 Esther 3:7-15 Acts 2:22-36 Psalm 138

Or

Fri. July 22 — Mary Magdalene, Apostle

Readings Ruth 1:6-18

Exodus 2:1-10 {alternate} Psalm 73:23-28 (28)

Acts 13:26-33a John 20:1-2, 11-18

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, your Son first entrusted the apostle Mary Magdalene with the joyful news of

his resurrection. Following the example of her witness, May we proclaim Christ as our living Lord and one day see him in glory, for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,

now and forever.



Color: White Sat – July 23 Esther 4:1-17 Luke 8:22-25 Psalm 138

Sun. July 28 — Seventh Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 17

Readings Genesis 18:20-32

Psalm 138 (8) Colossians 2:6-15 [16-19]

Luke 11:1-13

Prayer of the Day Almighty and ever-living God, you are always more ready to hear than we are to pray, and you gladly give more than we either desire or deserve. Pour upon us your abundant mercy. Forgive us those things that weigh on our conscience, and give us those good things that come only through your Son, Jesus

Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Ask, and it will be given you; search, and | you will find;

knock, and the door will be o- | pened to you. Alleluia. (Luke 11:9)

Color: Green Mon – July 25 Esther 5:1-14 Colossians 2:16—3:1 Psalm 55:16-23

Or

Mon. July 25 — James, Apostle

Readings 1 Kings 19:9-18

Psalm 7:1-10 (10) Acts 11:27—12:3a

Mark 10:35-45

Prayer of the Day Gracious God, we remember before you today your servant and apostle James, the first among the

twelve to be martyred for the name of Jesus Christ. Pour out on the leaders of your church that spirit of

self-denying service which is the true mark of authority among your people, through Jesus Christ our servant, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.



Color: Scarlet/Red Tue – July 26 Esther 6:1—7:6 Romans 9:30 —10:4 Psalm 55:16-23 Wed – July 27 Esther 7:7—8:17 Matthew 5:43-48 Psalm 55:16-23 Thu – July 28 Proverbs 23:1-11 Romans 11:33-36 Psalm 49:1-12 Fri – July 29 Proverbs 24:1-12 Ephesians 4:17-24 Psalm 49:1-12 Sat – July 30 Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 Mark 10:17-22 Psalm 49:1-12

Sun. July 31 — Eighth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 18

Readings Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2:18-23

Psalm 49:1-12 (3) Colossians 3:1-11

Luke 12:13-21

Prayer of the Day Benevolent God, you are the source, the guide, and the goal of our lives. Teach us to love what is

worth loving, to reject what is offensive to you, and to treasure what is precious in your sight, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Blessed are the | poor in spirit,


Color: Green Mon – Aug. 1 Ecclesiastes 2:1-17 Colossians 3:18— 4:1 Psalm 127 Tue – Aug. 2 Ecclesiastes 3:16— 4:8 Colossians 4:2-6 Psalm 127 Wed – Aug. 3 Ecclesiastes 12:1-8,

13-14 Luke 12:22-31 Psalm 127

Thu – Aug. 4 Job 21:1-16 Romans 9:1-9 Psalm 33:12-22 Fri – Aug. 5 Ecclesiastes 6:1-6 Acts 7:1-8 Psalm 33:12-22 Sat – Aug. 6 Genesis 11:27-32 Matthew 6:19-24 Psalm 33:12-22

Sun. Aug. 7 — Ninth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 19


Psalm 33:12-22 (22) Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16

Luke 12:32-40

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you sent your Holy Spirit to be the life and light of your church. Open our hearts

to the riches of your grace, that we may be ready to receive you wherever you appear, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Keep awake | and be ready,

for you do not know on what day your | Lord is coming. Alleluia. (Matt. 24:42, 44)

Color: Green Mon – Aug. 8 2 Chronicles 33:1-17 Hebrews 11:1-7 Psalm 89:1-18 Tue – Aug. 9 2 Chronicles 34:22-33 Hebrews 11:17-28 Psalm 89:1-18 Wed – Aug 10 Jeremiah 33:14-26 Luke 12:41-48 Psalm 89:1-18 Thu – Aug. 11 Joshua 7:1, 10-26 Hebrews 10:26-31 Psalm 82 Fri – Aug. 12 1 Samuel 5:1-12 Hebrews 10:32-39 Psalm 82 Sat – Aug. 13 1 Samuel 6:1-16 Matthew 24:15-27 Psalm 82

Sun. Aug. 14 — Tenth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 20


Psalm 82 (8) Hebrews 11:29—12:2

Luke 12:49-56

Prayer of the Day O God, judge eternal, you love justice and hate oppression, and you call us to share your zeal

for truth. Give us courage to take our stand with all victims of bloodshed and greed, and, following your servants and prophets, to look to the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, your Son, Jesus Christ,

our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. My sheep | hear my voice.

I know them, and they | follow me. Alleluia. (John 10:27)

Color: Green Mon – Aug. 15 Jeremiah 23:30-40 1 John 4:1-6 Psalm 32

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Mon. Aug. 15 — Mary, Mother of Our Lord


Psalm 34:1-9 (3) Galatians 4:4-7

Luke 1:46-55

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, in choosing the virgin Mary to be the mother of your Son, you made known your

gracious regard for the poor, the lowly, and the despised. Grant us grace to receive your word in humility, and so to be made one with your Son, Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Greetings, O favored one! The | Lord is with you.

The Holy Spirit will | come upon you. Alleluia. (Luke 1:28, 35)

Color: White Tue – Aug.16 Jeremiah 25:15-29 Acts 7:44-53 Psalm 32 Wed – Aug. 17 Jeremiah 25:30-38 Luke 19:45-48 Psalm 32 Thu – Aug. 18 Numbers 15:32-41 Hebrews 12:3-17 Psalm 103:1-8 Fri – Aug. 19 2 Chronicles 8:12-15 Acts 17:1-9 Psalm 103:1-8 Sat – Aug. 20 Nehemiah 13:15-22 Luke 6:1-5 Psalm 103:1-8

Sun. Aug. 21 — Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 21

Readings Isaiah 58:9b-14

Psalm 103:1-8 (4) Hebrews 12:18-29

Luke 13:10-17

Prayer of the Day O God, mighty and immortal, you know that as fragile creatures surrounded by great dangers, we cannot by ourselves stand upright. Give us strength of mind and body, so that even when we suffer

because of human sin, we may rise victorious through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. The crowd | was rejoicing

at the wonderful things that Je- | sus was doing. Alleluia. (Luke 13:17)

Color: Green Mon – Aug. 22 Ezekiel 20:1-17 Hebrews 3:7— 4:11 Psalm 109:21-31 Tue – Aug. 23 Ezekiel 20:18-32 Revelation 3:7-13 Psalm 109:21-31 Wed – Aug. 24 Ezekiel 20:33-44 Luke 6:6-11 Psalm 109:21-31

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Wed. Aug. 24 — Bartholomew, Apostle

Readings Exodus 19:1-6 Psalm 12 (6)

1 Corinthians 12:27-31a John 1:43-51

Prayer of the Day Almighty and everlasting God, you gave to your apostle Bartholomew grace truly to believe and

courageously to preach your word. Grant that your church May proclaim the good news to the ends of the earth, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who an- | nounces peace,

who brings good news, who announc- | es salvation. Alleluia. (Isa. 52:7)

Color: Scarlet/Red Thu – Aug. 25 Proverbs 15:13-17 1 Peter 3:8-12 Psalm 112 Fri – Aug. 26 Proverbs 18:6-12 1 Peter 4:7-11 Psalm 112 Sat – Aug. 27 Proverbs 21:1-4, 24-26 Matthew 20:20-28 Psalm 112

Sun. Aug. 28 — Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 22

Readings Proverbs 25:6-7

Sirach 10:12-18 {alternate} Psalm 112 (4)

Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16 Luke 14:1, 7-14

Prayer of the Day O God, you resist those who are proud and give grace to those who are humble. Give us the humility

of your Son, that we may embody the generosity of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Take my yoke upon you, and | learn from me;

for I am gentle and hum- | ble in heart. Alleluia. (Matt. 11:29)

Color: Green Mon – Aug 29 2 Chronicles 12:1-12 Hebrews 13:7-21 Psalm 119:65-72 Tue – Aug 30 Isaiah 2:12-17 Titus 1:1-9 Psalm 119:65-72 Wed – Aug 31 Isaiah 57:14-21 Luke 14:15-24 Psalm 119:65-72 Thu – Sep 1 Genesis 39:1-23 Philippians 2:25-30 Psalm 1 Fri – Sep 2 Deuteronomy 7:12-26 Colossians 4:7-17 Psalm 1 Sat – Sep 3 Deuteronomy 29:2-20 Matthew 10:34-42 Psalm 1

Sun. Sep. 4 — Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 23


Psalm 1 (3) Philemon 1-21 Luke 14:25-33

Prayer of the Day Direct us, O Lord God, in all our doings with your continual help, that in all our works, begun,

continued, and ended in you, we may glorify your holy name; and finally, by your mercy, bring us to everlasting life, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Let your face shine up- | on your servant,

and teach | me your statutes. Alleluia. (Ps. 119:135)

Color: Green Mon – Sep 5 2 Kings 17:24-41 1 Timothy 3:14 — 4:5 Psalm 101 Tue – Sep 6 2 Kings 18:9-18 1 Timothy 4:6-16 Psalm 101 Wed – Sep 7 2 Kings 18:19-25; 19:1-7 Luke 18:18-30 Psalm 101 Thu – Sep 8 Genesis 6:1-6 1 Timothy 1:1-11 Psalm 51:1-10 Fri – Sep 9 Genesis 7:6-10; 8:1-5 2 Peter 2:1-10a Psalm 51:1-10 Sat – Sep 10 Genesis 8:20—9:7 John 10:11-21 Psalm 51:1-10

Sun. Sep. 11 — Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 24


Psalm 51:1-10 (1) 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Luke 15:1-10

Prayer of the Day O God, overflowing with mercy and compassion, you lead back to yourself all those who go astray.

Preserve your people in your loving care, that we may reject whatever is contrary to you and may follow all things that sustain our life in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. There is joy in the presence of the an- | gels of God

over one sinner | who repents. Alleluia. (Luke 15:10)

Color: Green Mon – Sep 12 Amos 7:1-6 1 Timothy 1:18-20 Psalm 73 Tue – Sep 13 Jonah 3:1-10 2 Peter 3:8-13 Psalm 73

Wed – Sep 14 Job 40:6-14; 42:1-6 Luke 22:31-33, 54-62 Psalm 73 Or

Wed. Sep. 14 — Holy Cross Day

Readings Numbers 21:4b-9 Psalm 98:1-4 (1)

Psalm 78:1-2, 34-38 (35) {alternate} 1 Corinthians 1:18-24

John 3:13-17

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, your Son Jesus Christ was lifted high upon the cross so that he might draw the

whole world to himself. To those who look upon the cross, grant your wisdom, healing, and eternal life, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one


Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. May I never boast of | anything

except the cross of our Lord | Jesus Christ. Alleluia. (Gal. 6:14)

Color: Scarlet/Red Thu – Sep 15 Exodus 23:1-9 Romans 3:1-8 Psalm 113 Fri – Sep 16 Ezekiel 22:17-31 Romans 8:31-39 Psalm 113 Sat – Sep 17 Isaiah 5:8-23 Mark 12:41-44 Psalm 113

Sun. Sep. 18 – Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 25

Readings Amos 8:4-7

Psalm 113 (7) 1 Timothy 2:1-7

Luke 16:1-13

Prayer of the Day God among us, we gather in the name of your Son to learn love for one another. Keep our feet from evil paths. Turn our minds to your wisdom and our hearts to the grace revealed in your Son,

Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Live your life in a manner worthy of the gos- | pel of Christ; strive side by side for the faith | of the gospel. Alleluia. (Phil. 1:27)

Color: Green Mon – Sep 19 Proverbs 14:12-31 Acts 4:1-12 Psalm 12 Tue – Sep 20 Proverbs 17:1-5 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 Psalm 12 Wed – Sep 21 Proverbs 21:10-16 Luke 20:45—21:4 Psalm 12

Or

Sat. Sep. 21 — Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist

Readings Ezekiel 2:8—3:11

Psalm 119:33-40 (33)

Ephesians 2:4-10 Matthew 9:9-13

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, your Son our Savior called a despised tax collector to become one of his apostles. Help us, like Matthew, to respond to the transforming call of Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and

the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.



Color: Scarlet/Red Thu – Sep 22 Proverbs 22:2-16 2 Corinthians 8:8-15 Psalm 146 Fri – Sep. 23 Proverbs 28:3-10 Ephesians 2:1-10 Psalm 146 Sat – Sep. 24 Proverbs 28:11-28 Luke 9:43b-48 Psalm 146

Sun. Sep. 25 — Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 26

Readings Amos 6:1a, 4-7 Psalm 146 (7)

1 Timothy 6:6-19 Luke 16:19-31

Prayer of the Day O God, rich in mercy, you look with compassion on this troubled world. Feed us with

your grace, and grant us the treasure that comes only from you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. You know the generous act of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich,

yet for your sakes he | became poor, so that by his poverty you might | become rich. Alleluia. (2 Cor. 8:9)

Color: Green Mon – Sep 26 Amos 6:8-14 Revelation 3:14-22 Psalm 62 Tue – Sep 27 Hosea 10:9-15 James 5:1-6 Psalm 62 Wed – Sep 28 Hosea 12:2-14 Matthew 19:16-22 Psalm 62 Thu – Sep 29 2 Kings 18:1-8, 28-36 Revelation 2:8-11 Psalm 37:1-9

Or

Sun. Sep. 29 — Michael and All Angels

Readings Daniel 10:10-14; 12:1-3

Psalm 103:1-5, 20-22 (20-21) Revelation 12:7-12

Luke 10:17-20

Prayer of the Day Everlasting God, you have wonderfully established the ministries of angels and mortals. Mercifully grant

that as Michael and the angels contend against the cosmic forces of evil, so by your direction they may help and defend us here on earth, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you

and the Holy Spirit, one God whom we worship and praise with angels and archangels and all the company of heaven, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Bless the | Lord, you angels,

you mighty ones who | do God's bidding. Alleluia. (Ps. 103:20)

Color: White Fri – Sep 30 2 Kings 19:8-20, 35-37 Revelation 2:12-29 Psalm 37:1-9 Sat – Oct 1 Isaiah 7:1-9 Matthew 20:29-34 Psalm 37:1-9

Sun. Oct. 2 — Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 27

Readings Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4

Psalm 37:1-9 (5) 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Luke 17:5-10

Prayer of the Day Benevolent, merciful God: When we are empty, fill us. When we are weak in faith, strengthen us. When

we are cold in love, warm us, that with fervor we may love our neighbors and serve them for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. The word of the Lord en- | dures forever.

That word is the good news that was an- | nounced to you. Alleluia. (1 Pet. 1:25)

Color: Green Mon – Oct 3 Habakkuk 1:5-17 James 1:2-11 Psalm 3 Tue – Oct 4 Habakkuk 2:5-11 1 John 5:1-5, 13-21 Psalm 3 Wed – Oct 5 Habakkuk 2:12-20 Mark 11:12-14, 20-24 Psalm 3 Thu – Oct 6 Leviticus 14:33-53 2 Timothy 1:13-18 Psalm 111 Fri – Oct 7 Numbers 4:34 —5:4 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Psalm 111 Sat – Oct 8 Numbers 12:1-15 Luke 5:12-16 Psalm 111

Sun. Oct. 9 — Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 28

Readings 2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15c

Psalm 111 (1) 2 Timothy 2:8-15

Luke 17:11-19

Prayer of the Day Almighty and most merciful God, your bountiful goodness fills all creation. Keep us safe from all that may

hurt us, that, whole and well in body and spirit, we may with grateful hearts accomplish all that you would have us do, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Give thanks in all | circumstances;

for this is the will of God in Christ Je- | sus for you. Alleluia. (1 Thess. 5:18)

Color: Green Mon – Oct 10 2 Kings 5:15-19a Acts 26:24-29 Psalm 61

Or

Mon. Oct. 10 — Day of Thanksgiving (Canada)


Psalm 100 (4) Philippians 4:4-9

John 6:25-35

Prayer of the Day Almighty God our Father, your generous goodness comes to us new every day. By the work of your Spirit

lead us to acknowledge your goodness, give thanks for your benefits, and serve you in willing obedience, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.


so that by always having enough of everything, you May share abundantly in ev- | 'ry good work. Alleluia. (2 Cor. 9:8)

Color: Green (color of the season) Tue – Oct 11 2 Kings 5:19b-27 Ephesians 6:10-20 Psalm 61 Wed – Oct 12 2 Kings 15:1-7 Matthew 10:5-15 Psalm 61 Thu – Oct 13 Isaiah 54:11-17 Acts 17:22-34 Psalm 121 Fri – Oct 14 Genesis 31:43—32:2 2 Timothy 2:14-26 Psalm 121 Sat – Oct 15 Genesis 32:3-21 Mark 10:46-52 Psalm 121

Sun. Oct. 16 — Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 29 Luke, Evangelist, may be observed (see Oct. 18).


Psalm 121 (2) 2 Timothy 3:14—4:5

Luke 18:1-8

Prayer of the Day O Lord God, tireless guardian of your people, you are always ready to hear our cries. Teach us

to rely day and night on your care. Inspire us to seek your enduring justice for all this suffering world, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. The word of God is liv- | ing and active,

able to judge the thoughts and intentions | of the heart. Alleluia. (Heb. 4:12)

Color: Green Mon – Oct 17 1 Samuel 25:2-22 1 Corinthians 6:1-11 Psalm 57 Tue – Oct 18 1 Samuel 25:23-35 James 5:7-12 Psalm 57

Or

Tue. Oct. 18 — Luke, Evangelist Luke, Evangelist, may be observed on Sun. Oct. 16.


Isaiah 35:5-8 {alternate} Psalm 124 (8)

2 Timothy 4:5-11 Luke 1:1-4; 24:44-53

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you inspired your servant Luke to reveal in his gospel the love and healing power of your

Son. Give your church the same love and power to heal, and to proclaim your salvation among the nations to the glory of your name, through Jesus Christ, your Son, our healer, who lives and reigns with

you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who an- | nounces peace,

who brings good news, who announc- | es salvation. Alleluia. (Isa. 52:7)

Color: Scarlet/Red Wed – Oct 19 1 Samuel 25:36-42 Luke 22:39-46 Psalm 57 Thu – Oct 20 Jeremiah 9:1-16 2 Timothy 3:1-9 Psalm 84:1-7 Fri – Oct 21 Jeremiah 9:17-26 2 Timothy 3:10-15 Psalm 84:1-7 Sat – Oct 22 Jeremiah 14:1-6 Luke 1:46-55 Psalm 84:1-7

Sun. Oct. 23 — Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 30

Readings Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-22

Sirach 35:12-17 {alternate} Psalm 84:1-7 (5)

2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 Luke 18:9-14

Prayer of the Day Holy God, our righteous judge, daily your mercy surprises us with everlasting forgiveness. Strengthen

our hope in you, and grant that all the peoples of the earth may find their glory in you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. All who exalt themselves | will be humbled,

but all who humble themselves will | be exalted. Alleluia. (Luke 18:14)

Color: Green Mon – Oct 24 1 Samuel 2:1-10 1 Peter 4:12-19 Psalm 84:8-12 Tue – Oct 25 Daniel 5:1-12 1 Peter 5:1-11 Psalm 84:8-12 Wed – Oct 26 Daniel 5:13-31 Matthew 21:28-32 Psalm 84:8-12 Thu – Oct 27 Proverbs 15:8-11, 24-33 2 Corinthians 1:1-11 Psalm 32:1-7 Fri – Oct 28 Job 22:21—23:17 2 Peter 1:1-11 Psalm 32:1-7

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Fri. Oct. 28 — Simon and Jude, Apostles

Readings Jeremiah 26:[1-6] 7-16

Psalm 11 (1) 1 John 4:1-6

John 14:21-27

Prayer of the Day O God, we thank you for the glorious company of the apostles, and especially on this day for Simon and

Jude. We pray that, as they were faithful and zealous in your mission, so we May with ardent devotion make known the love and mercy of our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy




Color: Scarlet/Red Sat – Oct 29 Isaiah 1:1-9 John 8:39-47 Psalm 32:1-7

Sun. Oct. 30 — Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 31 Reformation may be observed (see Oct. 31).


Psalm 32:1-7 (6) 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12

Luke 19:1-10

Prayer of the Day Merciful God, gracious and benevolent, through your Son you invite all the world to a meal of mercy.

Grant that we may eagerly follow his call, and bring us with all your saints into your life of justice and joy, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Today salvation has come | to this house,

for the Son of Man came to seek out and to | save the lost. Alleluia. (Luke 19:9, 10)

Color: Green Mon – Oct 31 Nehemiah 13:1-3, 23-31 1 Corinthians 5:9-13 Psalm 50

Or

Thu. Oct. 31 — Reformation Day May be transferred to Sun. Oct. 30.


Psalm 46 (7) Romans 3:19-28

John 8:31-36

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, gracious Lord, we thank you that your Holy Spirit renews the church in every age. Pour out your Holy Spirit on your faithful people. Keep them steadfast in your word, protect and comfort them in

times of trial, defend them against all enemies of the gospel, and bestow on the church your saving peace, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one


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Gracious Father, we pray for your holy catholic church. Fill it with all truth and peace. Where it is corrupt, purify it; where it is in error, direct it; where in anything it is amiss, reform it; where it is right, strengthen it; where it is in need, provide for it; where it is divided, reunite it; for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, our

Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. If you continue in my word, you are truly | my disciples,

and you will know the truth, and the truth will | make you free. Alleluia. (John 8:31-32)

Color: Red

Tue – Nov. 1 Zechariah 7:1-14 Jude 5-21 Psalm 50 Or

Tue. Nov. 1 — All Saints Day All Saints may be observed on Sun. Nov. 6.

Readings Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18

Psalm 149 (1) Ephesians 1:11-23

Luke 6:20-31

Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you have knit your people together in one communion in the mystical body of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Grant us grace to follow your blessed saints in lives of faith and commitment, and

to know the inexpressible joys you have prepared for those who love you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. They are before the | throne of God,

and the one who is seated on the throne will | shelter them. Alleluia. (Rev. 7:15)

Color: White Wed – Nov. 2 Amos 5:12-24 Luke 19:11-27 Psalm 50 Thu – Nov. 3 Deuteronomy 25:5-10 Acts 22:22—23:11 Psalm 17:1-9 Fri – Nov. 4 Genesis 38:1-26 Acts 24:10-23 Psalm 17:1-9 Sat – Nov. 5 Exodus 3:13-20 Luke 20:1-8 Psalm 17:1-9

Sun. Nov. 6 — Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 32 All Saints may be observed (see Nov. 1).

Readings Job 19:23-27a

Psalm 17:1-9 (8) 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17

Luke 20:27-38

Prayer of the Day O God, our eternal redeemer, by the presence of your Spirit you renew and direct our hearts. Keep

always in our mind the end of all things and the day of judgment. Inspire us for a holy life here, and bring us to the joy of the resurrection, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Jesus Christ is the firstborn | of the dead;

to him be glory and dominion forev- | er and ever. Alleluia. (Rev. 1:5, 6)

Color: Green Mon – Nov. 7 Job 20:1-11 2 Peter 1:16-21 Psalm 123 Tue – Nov. 8 Job 21:1, 17-34 2 John 1-13 Psalm 123 Wed – Nov. 9 Job 25:1—26:14 John 5:19-29 Psalm 123 Thu – Nov. 10 1 Samuel 28:3-19 Romans 1:18-25 Psalm 98 Fri – Nov. 11 2 Samuel 21:1-14 2 Thessalonians 1:3-12 Psalm 98 Sat – Nov. 12 Ezekiel 10:1-19 Luke 17:20-37 Psalm 98

Sun. Nov. 13 — Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 33

Readings Malachi 4:1-2a

Psalm 98 (9) 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Luke 21:5-19

Prayer of the Day O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without you nothing is strong, nothing is holy. Embrace us with your mercy, that with you as our ruler and guide, we may live through what is temporary without

losing what is eternal, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Stand up and | raise your heads,

because your redemption is | drawing near. Alleluia. (Luke 21:28)

Color: Green Mon – Nov. 14 Ezekiel 11:14-25 Ephesians 4:25—5:2 Psalm 141 Tue – Nov. 15 Ezekiel 39:21— 40:4 1 Corinthians 10:23—11:1 Psalm 141 Wed – Nov. 16 Ezekiel 43:1-12 Matthew 23:37—24:14 Psalm 141 Thu – Nov. 17 2 Chronicles 18:12-22 Hebrews 9:23-28 Psalm 46 Fri – Nov. 18 Zechariah 11:1-17 1 Peter 1:3-9 Psalm 46 Sat – Nov. 19 Jeremiah 22:18-30 Luke 18:15-17 Psalm 46

Sun. Nov. 20 — Christ the King Sunday / Last Sunday after Pentecost - Lectionary 34



Luke 23:33-43

Prayer of the Day O God, our true life, to serve you is freedom, and to know you is unending joy. We worship you, we glorify

you, we give thanks to you for your great glory. Abide with us, reign in us, and make this world into a fit habitation for your divine majesty, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with

you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia. Blessed is the one who comes in the name | of the Lord.

Blessed is the coming kingdom of our an- | cestor David. Alleluia. (Mark 11:9)

Color: White/Green Mon – Nov. 21 Jeremiah 46:18-28 Revelation 21:5-27 Psalm 24 Tue – Nov. 22 Isaiah 33:17-22 Revelation 22:8-21 Psalm 24 Wed – Nov. 23 Isaiah 60:8-16 Luke 1:1-4 Psalm 24

(Year A – 2022/2023)

Thu. Nov. 24 — Day of Thanksgiving (U.S.A.)


Psalm 100 Philippians 4:4-9

John 6:25-35

Prayer of the Day Almighty God our Father, your generous goodness comes to us new every day. By the work of your Spirit lead us to acknowledge your goodness, give thanks for your benefits, and serve you in willing

obedience, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.


so that by always having enough of everything, you May share abundantly in ev- | 'ry good work. Alleluia. (2 Cor. 9:8)

Color: Green or White (color of the season)

year c 2021/2022

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