Welcome

Today we honor Christ the King, the shepherd who gathers and rescues us, the one in whom all things hold together (Jeremiah 23:1–6; Colossians 1:11–20). We joyfully welcome all worshipers to this celebration of his reign—ushering us into the peace and justice of God’s kingdom. Come, take your place among the gathered faithful, and offer your worship to the King of all.

Preparation for Worship

We would worship you with gladness, dear God, and enter your presence with humility.

Prayer Ventures

Pray that our faith in God’s enduring promises about our future is strong and that we respond to God’s persistent call to share the good news of Jesus Christ, to love and serve our neighbors. Ask the Spirit to free us from fixation, fear, prediction of signs and speculation about when and how Jesus will return, bringing God’s kingdom to Earth.

Stewardship of your whole life

Psalm 98:4 –Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises.

Sometimes joy and praise are the only possible responses to the abundant love and care of the Creator. As the autumn harvest is gathered in, be sure to celebrate the gift of God’s good and bountiful creation.

Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost

The end is near. There is no doubt about it. The warnings are dire. The tone of today’s texts is ominous. But the baptized know how to live in the meantime. The baptized are strengthened for the living of these days in word and sacrament. The baptized rally around the invitation of the apostle: “Do not be weary in doing what is right.”

A Quote From Fr. Richard Rohr

You are created in the image of God from the very beginning. This is the basis for God’s justice: Since everyone is made in the image of God, then we need to recognize, honor, and respect the image of God in everyone.
No exceptions.