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Prayers of the ChurchNovember 22: Christ the King Sunday
October 17, 2026

November 22: Christ the King Sunday

November 22: Christ the King Sunday   ALL: Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 (God himself will be King and Shepherd to his people) ALL: Psalm 95:1-7a (The Lord is a great God,…
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Prayers of the ChurchNovember 15: 25th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 28, Lectionary 33)
October 17, 2026

November 15: 25th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 28, Lectionary 33)

November 15: 25th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 28, Lectionary 33)   ALL: Zephaniah 1:7-16 (The Day of the Lord: darkness and judgment for the complacent) ALL: Psalm 90:1-12 (O God,…
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Prayers of the ChurchNovember 8: 24th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 27, Lectionary 32)
October 17, 2026

November 8: 24th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 27, Lectionary 32)

November 8: 24th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 27, Lectionary 32) ALL: Amos 5:18-24 (Woe to those who desire the Day of the Lord! He despises your feasts  and sacrifices; let…
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Prayers of the ChurchNovember 1: All Saints’ Sunday
October 17, 2026

November 1: All Saints’ Sunday

November 1: All Saints’ Sunday   ALL: Revelation 7:9-17 (Behold a host, arrayed in white! Blessing and honor and glory and power be unto God and the Lamb!) ALL: Psalm…
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Prayers of the ChurchOctober 25: Reformation Sunday
September 20, 2026

October 25: Reformation Sunday

October 25: Reformation Sunday   SOLA/LSB: Revelation 14:6-7 (Angel with eternal Gospel: fear God, give glory, hour of judgment)             ELW/RCL: Jeremiah 31:31-34 (A new heart, engraved with God’s Word)…
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Prayers of the ChurchOctober 18: 21st Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 24, Lectionary 29) OR St. Luke, Evangelist  
September 19, 2026

October 18: 21st Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 24, Lectionary 29) OR St. Luke, Evangelist  

October 18: 21st Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 24, Lectionary 29) OR St. Luke, Evangelist   21 Pentecost/Proper 24: ALL: Isaiah 45:1-7 (God anoints Cyrus on behalf of his Chosen People)…
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Prayers of the ChurchOctober 11: 20th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 23, Lectionary 28)
September 19, 2026

October 11: 20th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 23, Lectionary 28)

October 11: 20th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 23, Lectionary 28)   Note: even if your practice isn’t to have weekly communion, you might want to make an exception today! ;-)…
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Prayers of the ChurchOctober 4: 19th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 22, Lectionary 27)
September 19, 2026

October 4: 19th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 22, Lectionary 27)

October 4: 19th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 22, Lectionary 27)   ALL: Isaiah 5:1-7 (Love song about beloved vineyard turns to lament over its wild grapes) SOLA/LSB: Psalm 80:7-19 (Come…
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Prayers of the ChurchSeptember 27: 18th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 21, Lectionary 26)
August 13, 2026

September 27: 18th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 21, Lectionary 26)

September 27: 18th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 21, Lectionary 26) ALL: Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 (you are responsible for your own sins; turn from them and live!) ALL: Psalm 25:1-10 (Lead…
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Prayers of the ChurchSeptember 20: 17th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 20, Lectionary 25) OR St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist (transferred)
August 13, 2026

September 20: 17th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 20, Lectionary 25) OR St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist (transferred)

September 20: 17th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 20, Lectionary 25) OR St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist (transferred)   17 Pentecost/Proper 20: SOLA/LSB: Isaiah 55:6-9 (Seek the Lord; he will abundantly…
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Prayers of the ChurchPrayers, September 13: 16th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 19, Lectionary 24)
August 13, 2026

Prayers, September 13: 16th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 19, Lectionary 24)

Prayers, September 13: 16th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 19, Lectionary 24)   ALL: Genesis 50:15-21 (Joseph forgives his brothers) ALL: Psalm 103:1-13 (Bless the Lord, O my soul; he has…
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Prayers of the ChurchSeptember 6: 15th Sunday after Pentecost: 18th Sunday after Pentecost, Lectionary 23; Labor Day Weekend
July 9, 2026

September 6: 15th Sunday after Pentecost: 18th Sunday after Pentecost, Lectionary 23; Labor Day Weekend

September 6: 15th Sunday after Pentecost: 18th Sunday after Pentecost, Lectionary 23; Labor Day Weekend Sola/LSB: Ezekiel 33:7-11 (You are a sentinel, so warn those who sin. I do not…
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Prayers of the ChurchAugust 30: 14th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 17, Lectionary 22
July 9, 2026

August 30: 14th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 17, Lectionary 22

August 30: 14th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 17, Lectionary 22   All: Jeremiah 15:15-21(Jeremiah laments; God promises strength, deliverance if he speaks what is precious) All: Psalm 26 (I have…
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Prayers of the ChurchAugust 23: 13th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 16, Lectionary 21
July 9, 2026

August 23: 13th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 16, Lectionary 21

August 23: 13th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 16, Lectionary 21   All: Isaiah 51:1-6 (Listen for God’s teaching, wait for his deliverance) All: Psalm 138 (God is faithful; he listens…
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Prayers of the ChurchAugust 16: 12th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 15, Lectionary 20
July 9, 2026

August 16: 12th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 15, Lectionary 20

August 16: 12th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 15, Lectionary 20   All: Isaiah 56:1, 6-8 (My house shall be a house of prayer for all peoples) All: Psalm 67 (God…
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Prayers of the ChurchAugust 9: 11th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 14, Lectionary 19
July 9, 2026

August 9: 11th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 14, Lectionary 19

August 9: 11th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 14, Lectionary 19   Sola/LSB: Job 38:4-18 (Where were you when I laid out the foundations of the earth?!)             ELW/RCL: 1 Kings…
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Prayers of the ChurchAugust 2: 10th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 13, Lectionary 18
July 9, 2026

August 2: 10th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 13, Lectionary 18

August 2: 10th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 13, Lectionary 18   All: Isaiah 55:1-5 (Buy wine and milk without money; don’t spend for bread that doesn’t satisfy) Sola/LSB: Psalm 136:1-26…
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Prayers of the ChurchJuly 26: 9th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 12, Lectionary 17
June 25, 2026

July 26: 9th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 12, Lectionary 17

July 26: 9th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 12, Lectionary 17   Sola/LSB: Deuteronomy 7:6-9 (Israel chosen because of God’s love, not their deserving)                 ELW/RCL: 1 Kings 3:5-12 (Solomon asks…
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Prayers of the ChurchJuly 19: 8th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 11, Lectionary 16
June 25, 2026

July 19: 8th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 11, Lectionary 16

July 19: 8th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 11, Lectionary 16   All: Isaiah 44:6-8 (I am the first and last; beside me there is no god.) Sola/LSB: Psalm 119:57-64 (I…
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Prayers of the ChurchJuly 12: 7th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 10, Lectionary 15
June 25, 2026

July 12: 7th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 10, Lectionary 15

July 12: 7th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 10, Lectionary 15   All: Isaiah 55:10-13 (God’s Word does not return to him empty) Sola/LSB: Psalm 65:1-13 (A song of praise for…
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Prayers of the ChurchJuly 5: 6th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 9, Lectionary 14, Independence Day Weekend
June 25, 2026

July 5: 6th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 9, Lectionary 14, Independence Day Weekend

July 5: 6th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 9, Lectionary 14, Independence Day Weekend   All: Zechariah 9:9-12 (Rejoice, daughter of Zion, your lowly King comes to you) All: Psalm 145:1-14…
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Prayers of the ChurchPrayers of the Church June 28, 5th Sunday after Pentecost:  Proper 8, Lectionary 13
May 11, 2026

Prayers of the Church June 28, 5th Sunday after Pentecost:  Proper 8, Lectionary 13

Prayers of the Church June 28, 5th Sunday after Pentecost:  Proper 8, Lectionary 13   All: Jeremiah 28:5-9 (Would that the word of the prophet who speaks peace come to…
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Prayers of the ChurchPrayers of the Church June 21, 4th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 7, Lectionary 12, Father’s Day
May 11, 2026

Prayers of the Church June 21, 4th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 7, Lectionary 12, Father’s Day

Prayers of the Church June 21, 4th Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 7, Lectionary 12, Father’s Day   All: Jeremiah 20:7-13 (I must speak God’s Word, though I’m mocked for it)…
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Prayers of the ChurchPrayers of the Church June 14, 3rd  Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 6, Lectionary 11
May 11, 2026

Prayers of the Church June 14, 3rd  Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 6, Lectionary 11

Prayers of the Church June 14, 3rd  Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 6, Lectionary 11   All: Exodus 19:2-8a (Obey my voice, be my treasured people) All: Psalm 100 (Make a…
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Prayers of the ChurchPrayers of the Church June 7, 2026: 2nd Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 5, Lectionary 10
May 11, 2026

Prayers of the Church June 7, 2026: 2nd Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 5, Lectionary 10

Prayers of the Church June 7, 2026: 2nd Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 5, Lectionary 10   All: Hosea 5:15-6:6 (Israel’s superficial repentance, God’s frustration. God desires not sacrifice but steadfast…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, and Prayers, May 31, 2026, The Holy Trinity, A
April 4, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, May 31, 2026, The Holy Trinity, A

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, May 31, 2026, The Holy Trinity, A   All: Genesis 1:1-2:4a (God creates the universe and blesses it) All: Psalm 8 (What is man that you…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, And Prayers May 24, 2026, Day of Pentecost, A/Memorial Day weekend
April 3, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, And Prayers May 24, 2026, Day of Pentecost, A/Memorial Day weekend

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, May 24, 2026, Day of Pentecost, A/Memorial Day weekend   All: Numbers 11:24-30 (The Spirit descends on 70 elders)                 OR RCL/ELW:  Acts 2:1-11 (the Holy…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, and Prayers May 17, 2026, 7th Sunday of Easter or Ascension (Transferred), A
April 3, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers May 17, 2026, 7th Sunday of Easter or Ascension (Transferred), A

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers May 17, 2026, 7th Sunday of Easter or Ascension (Transferred), A 7th Sunday of Easter Note: some petitions echo language in the hymns “O God Beyond…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, Prayers, May 10, 2026, 6th Sunday of Easter (Also Mother’s Day), A
April 3, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, Prayers, May 10, 2026, 6th Sunday of Easter (Also Mother’s Day), A

Lessons, Hymns, Prayers, May 10, 2026, 6th Sunday of Easter (Also Mother’s Day), A   Sola/LSB: Acts 17:16-31 (Paul in Athens: What you worship as unknown, I proclaim to you)…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, and Prayers, May 3, 2026, 5th Sunday of Easter, A
April 3, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, May 3, 2026, 5th Sunday of Easter, A

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, May 3, 2026, 5th Sunday of Easter, A   Sola/LSB: Acts 6:1-9; 7:2a, 51-60 (Deacons, including Stephen, are chosen; excerpts from                 Stephen’s speech; the stoning…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, Prayers, April 26, 2026, 4th Sunday of Easter/ Good Shepherd Sunday
April 3, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, Prayers, April 26, 2026, 4th Sunday of Easter/ Good Shepherd Sunday

April 26, 2026, 4th Sunday of Easter/ Good Shepherd Sunday   Acts 2:42-47 (The common life of the first believers) Psalm 23 (The Lord is my shepherd) 1 Peter 2:19-25…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, and Prayers, April 19, 2026, 3rd Sunday of Easter, A
April 3, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, April 19, 2026, 3rd Sunday of Easter, A

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, April 19, 2026, 3rd Sunday of Easter, A Note: Even if today isn’t a usual Communion Sunday, consider making it one!!   All: Acts 2:14a, 36-41…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, and Prayers, April 12, 2026, 2nd Sunday of Easter, A
April 3, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, April 12, 2026, 2nd Sunday of Easter, A

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, April 12, 2026, 2nd Sunday of Easter, A   Sola/LSB: Acts 5:29-42 (Gamaliel counsels caution dealing with apostolic teaching, miracles)             RCL/ELW: Acts 2:14a, 22-32 (Peter…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, and Prayers, Easter Day, the Resurrection of Our Lord, A (April 5, 2026) April 5, 2026, Easter Sunday, The Resurrection of Our Lord
March 6, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, Easter Day, the Resurrection of Our Lord, A (April 5, 2026) April 5, 2026, Easter Sunday, The Resurrection of Our Lord

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, Easter Day, the Resurrection of Our Lord, A (April 5, 2026) April 5, 2026, Easter Sunday, The Resurrection of Our Lord   Easter Sunrise:   All:…
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Prayers of the ChurchHymns, Lessons, and Prayers, The Vigil of Easter, A,  April 4, 2026 (The Service of Holy Communion)  
March 6, 2026

Hymns, Lessons, and Prayers, The Vigil of Easter, A,  April 4, 2026 (The Service of Holy Communion)  

Hymns, Lessons, and Prayers, The Vigil of Easter, A,  April 4, 2026 The Service of Holy Communion   All: Romans 6:3-11: We are baptized into the death and resurrection of…
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Prayers of the ChurchHymns, Lessons, and Prayers, Good Friday, A, April 3, 2026
March 6, 2026

Hymns, Lessons, and Prayers, Good Friday, A, April 3, 2026

Hymns, Lessons, and Prayers, Good Friday, A, April 3, 2026   All: Isaiah 52:13-53:12: The Suffering Servant bears our griefs and carries our sorrows All: Psalm 22: My God, my…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, and Prayers, April 2, 2026: Maundy Thursday
March 6, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, April 2, 2026: Maundy Thursday

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, April 2, 2026: Maundy Thursday   Sola/LSB: John 13:1-35 (for foot washing): Jesus washes disciples’ feet, explains significance             RCL/ELW: Same; but this is the only…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, and Prayers, March 29, 2026, Palm/Passion Sunday
March 6, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, March 29, 2026, Palm/Passion Sunday

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, March 29, 2026, Palm/Passion Sunday   Sola/LSB: John 12:12-19 (Triumphant entry into Jerusalem)             RCL/ELW: Matthew 21:1-11 (Triumphant entry into Jerusalem) All: Isaiah 50:4-9a (The Lord…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, and Prayers, March 22, 2026, A, 5th Sunday in Lent
January 17, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, March 22, 2026, A, 5th Sunday in Lent

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, March 22, 2026, A, 5th Sunday in Lent   All: Ezekiel 37:1-14 (The valley of dry bones) All: Psalm 130 (Out of the depths I cry…
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Prayers of the ChurchLessons, Hymns, and Prayers, March 15, 2026, A, 4th Sunday in Lent
January 17, 2026

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, March 15, 2026, A, 4th Sunday in Lent

Lessons, Hymns, and Prayers, March 15, 2026, A, 4th Sunday in Lent   Sola/LSB: Isaiah 42:14-21 (I will lead the blind by paths they don’t see)                 RCL/ELW: 1 Samuel…
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