| Date | Day | Year | Color | Scriptures | Themes | Podcast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-01-05 | Christmas 2 | A | White | Jeremiah 31:7-14 (A vision of joyful hope for the gathering of God’s scattered flock) Psalm 147: 12-20 (Praise to the Lord, who rules over nature and is faithful to Jerusalem) Ephesians 1:3-14 (Praise to God, whose will is made known in Christ) John 1:(1-9), 10-18 (God with us: the incarnation of the Word) | Redemption Joy Praise Salvation Light Word Incarnate | |
| 2020-01-12 | Epiphany 1 | A | White | Isaiah 42:1-9 (The servant of the LORD brings justice and salvation) Psalm 29 (The majesty of the LORD is likened to a powerful thunderstorm) Acts 10:34-43 (Peter recognizes that after his baptism, Jesus’ ministry extends to all people) Matthew 3:13-17 (The story of Jesus’ Baptism: A Revelation of Christ as God’s servant) | Baptism of Jesus Light Holy Spirit Covenant Jesus (Ministry) | 12.02 Who We Truly Are |
| 2020-01-19 | Epiphany 2 | A | Green | Isaiah 49:1-7 (Despite hardships, the Lord’s servant will be a light to the nations) Psalm 40:1-11 (A prayer for deliverance and a song of thanksgiving in doing God’s will) 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 (Paul greets the Corinthian church in thanksgiving for their growth in Christ) John1:29-42 (John reveals of Christ as the Lamb of God; The first disciples follow) | Call of God Light Perseverance Discipleship Martin Luther King | 12.03 Come and See |
| 2020-01-26 | Epiphany 3 | A | Green | Isaiah 9:1-4 (A new ruler is foretold—a hope, a light is offered to those in darkness) Psalm 27:1, 4-9 (The Lord, my light and salvation; A song of trust and confidence) 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 (At the news of divisions in the church, an appeal for unity in the gospel) Matthew 4:12-23 (A revelation of Christ as prophet, the calling of disciples, and acts of healing) | Call of God Light Unity Discipleship Inclusion | 12.04 Leave It |
| 2020-02-02 | Epiphany 4 | A | Green | Micah 6:1-8 (The offering of justice, kindness, and humility) Psalm 15 (LORD, who may abide on your holy hill?) 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 (Christ crucified, the wisdom and power of God) Matthew 5:1-12 (The teaching of Christ: Beatitudes) | Justice Love Humility Beatitudes Cross Wisdom of God | 12.05 Be Blessed |
| 2020-02-09 | Epiphany 5 | A | Green | Isaiah58:1-9a (The fast God chooses) Psalm 112:1-9a (Light shinesin the darkness for the upright) 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 (God’s wisdom revealed through the Spirit) Matthew 5:13-20 (The teaching of Christ: salt and light) | Sin and Forgiveness Salvation Justice Light Wisdom of God Discipleship | 12.06 New Perceptions |
| 2020-02-16 | Epiphany 6 | A | Green | Deuteronomy30:15-20 (Choose life) Psalm 119:1-8 (Happy are they who walk in the law of the Lord) 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 (God gives growth) Matthew 5:21-37 (The teaching of Christ: forgiveness) | Growth Life Choices Discipleship Unity Reconciliation | 12.07 God's Building |
| 2020-02-23 | Transfiguration Sunday/Last Sunday After the Epiphany | A | White | Exodus 24:12-18 (Moses enters the cloud of God’s glory on Mount Sinai) Psalm 2 (God is sovereign and the one who rules from Zion will be God’s own Son) [or] Psalm 99 (The holy Lord reigns on high and has forgiven Israel) 2 Peter1:16-21 (The apostle reflects upon the vision of transfiguration) Matthew 17:1-9 (The story of Jesus’ transfiguration) | Glory of God Mystery Vision Discipleship Unity Reconciliation | 12.08 Story and Practice |
| 2020-02-26 | Ash Wednesday | ABC | Purple | Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 (Return to the Lord, your God) Psalm 51:1-17 (Have mercy on me, O God, according to your lovingkindness) 2 Corinthians5:20b-6:10 (Now is the day of salvation) Matthew 6:1-6,16-21 (The practice of faith) | Repentance Prayer Mortality Redemption | 12.09 A True Story |
| 2020-03-01 | Lent 1 | A | Purple | Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7 (Disobeying God to eat forbidden fruit resulted in the loss of innocence) Psalm 32 (Mercy embraces those who confess and trust in the Lord) Romans 5:12-19 (As sin and death came through Adam,grace and life come through Jesus Christ) Matthew 4:1-11 (The temptation of Jesusin the wilderness for forty days) | God’s Covenant Temptation Sinfulness Grace Forgiveness | |
| 2020-03-08 | Lent 2 | A | Purple | Genesis 12:1-4a (The blessing of God upon Abraham: a blessing to the nations) Psalm 121 (A song of trust in the Lord, the guardian of Israel) Romans 4:1-5, 13-17 (The promise to all who share Abraham's faith) John 3:1-17 (Jesus to Nicodemus: Be born of water and Spirit, if you seek God’s kingdom) | God’s Covenant God’s Protection Faith Rebirth | 12.10 A Call to Uproot |
| 2020-03-15 | Lent 3 | A | Purple | Exodus 17:1-7 (God provides water in the wilderness to the thirsty, rebellious people) Psalm 95 (Let us shout for joy to the rock of our salvation) Romans 5:1-11 (Reconciliation and hope through Jesus Christ) John 4:5-42 (Living Water: The encounter with the Samaritan woman by Jacob's well) | Thirst for God Guidance Hope Sin and Forgiveness Living Water | 12.11 Dancing to Mourning |
| 2020-03-22 | Lent 4 | A | Purple | 1 Samuel 16:1-13 (David is chosen and anointed to be king by Samuel) Psalm 23 (The Lord is my shepherd; You have anointed my head with oil) Ephesians 5:8-14 (Awake from sleep, live as children of light; Christ will shine on you) John 9:1-41 (Jesus heals a man born blind;Jesus brings light into a dark world) | God’s Call God the Shepherd Light Awakening Healing Vision | 12.12 Seeing Truly |
| 2020-03-29 | Lent 5 | A | Purple | Ezekiel 37:1-14 (In a vision, the dry bones of Israel brought to life and hope is restored) Psalm 130 (With the Lord there is mercy and plenteous redemption) Romans 8:6-11 (Life in the Spirit) John 11:1-45 (Lazarus is raised from the dead by Jesus) | New Creation Return Repentance Healing Resurrection | 12.13 Breathe |
| 2020-04-05 | Palm Sunday | A | Purple | Isaiah 50:4-9a (The servant of the Lord submits to suffering) Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29 (Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord) Philippians2:5-11 (The mind of Christ, humble, exalted by God) Matthew21:1-11 (Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem riding a donkey, to the people’s praises) | Celebration/Humility Triumph/Sacrifice Mind of Christ Passion | 12.14 Palm and Passion |
| 2020-04-12 | Easter Sunday | A | White | Acts 10:34–43 (God raised Jesus on the third day) [or] Jeremiah 31:1–6 (Joy at the restoration of God’s people) Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 (This is the day the Lord has acted. Rejoice and be glad) Colossians 3:1–4 (Raised with Christ to seek the higher things) [or] Acts 10:34–43 (God raised Jesus on the third day) John 20:1–18 (Mary encounters the risen Christ) [or] Matthew 28:1-10 (The women find the empty tomb. Jesus has been raised from the dead) | Resurrection New Day Mind of Christ Life | 12.15 Resurrection Hope in a Pandemic World |
| 2020-04-19 | Second Sunday of Easter | A | White | Acts 2:14a, 22–32 (Peter preaches Christ’s resurrection) Psalm 16 (In your presence there is fullness of joy) 1 Peter1:3–9 (New birth to a living hope through the resurrection) John 20:19–31 (Jesus shares the Holy Spirit and appears to Thomas) | Resurrection Hope New Creation Holy Spirit Faith | 12.16 Good News for Difficult Times |
| 2020-04-26 | Third Sunday of Easter | A | White | Acts 2:14a, 36–41 (Peter preaches God’s promise through baptism) Psalm 116:1–4, 12–19 (I love the Lord; I will lift up the cup of salvation) 1 Peter 1:17–23 (Born anew through the living word of God) Luke 24:13–35 (An encounter with the risen Lord on the road to Emmaus) | Resurrection Baptism Communion Holy Spirit | 12.17 Holy Action |
| 2020-05-03 | Fourth Sunday of Easter | A | White | Acts 2:42–47 (The believers' common life worshiping and eating together) Psalm 23 (The Lord is my shepherd, leading, protecting, and feeding me) 1 Peter 2:19–25 (We are called to Christ, the shepherd of our souls) John 10:1–10 (Christ the shepherd, the gate, through whom the sheep enter) | God our Shepherd Unity Holy Spirit Discipleship | 12.18 Just Suffering |
| 2020-05-10 | Fifth Sunday of Easter | A | White | Acts 7:55–60 (The martyrdom of Stephen, who prayed: Jesus, receive my spirit) Psalm 31:1–5, 15–16 (Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit) 1 Peter 2:2–10 (God's chosen people, built into a temple likeliving stones) John 14:1–14 (Christ the way, truth, and life) | Holy Spirit Trust Foundation Lament Comfort | 12.19 Living Stones |
| 2020-05-17 | Sixth Sunday of Easter | A | White | Acts 17:22–31 (Paul to the Athenians: the Lord is God) Psalm 66:8–20 (Be joyful, and bless God, all you lands) 1 Peter 3:13–22 (Do not fear; testify to the hope that is in you through Christ) John 14:15–21 (Keep my commandments; the Father will send the Spirit, who will abide in you) | Faithfulness One God Baptism Holy Spirit Discipleship | 12.20 Wherever You Are |
| 2020-05-24 | Ascension of Our Lord | ABC | White | Acts 1:1–11 (Jesus ascends into heaven, sends the apostles) Psalm 47 (God has gone up with a shout) or Psalm 93 (The Lord reigns in majesty, high above the mighty waters) Ephesians1:15–23 (Eyes to see the risen and ascended Christ for those who believe) Luke24:44–53 (Christ, ascended, is present in all times and places) | Risen Christ Ascension Holy Spirit God’s Presence and Blessing | 12.21 Humility Over Fear |
| 2020-05-24 | Seventh Sunday of Easter | A | White | Acts 1:6–14 (Jesus' companions at prayer after his ascension) Psalm 68:1–10, 32–35 (Sing to God, who rides upon the heavens) 1 Peter 4:12–14; 5:6–11 (God will sustain and restore those who suffer) John 17:1–11 (Christ's prayer for his disciples) | Risen Christ Ascension Holy Spirit God’s Providence and Care | 12.21 Humility Over Fear |
| 2020-05-31 | Day of Pentecost | A | Red | Acts 2:1–21 (The day of Pentecost: God pours out the Spirit upon the earth) Psalm 104:24–34, 35b (The Lord of creation sends the Spirit to renew the face of the earth) 1 Corinthians 12:3b–13 (The body of Christ: many gifts, but one Spirit) John 7:37–39 (Jesus promises the Spirit: living water from the believer’s heart) | Holy Spirit Creation Spiritual Gifts Unity Water | 12.22 Haters Gonna Hate |
| 2020-06-07 | Trinity Sunday | A | White | Genesis 1:1–2:4a (The Word and the Spirit in the creation of the heavens and earth) Psalm 8 (How exalted is your name in all the world!) 2 Corinthians 13:11–13 (Paul’s blessing to the church in Corinth) Matthew 28:16–20 (Go, make disciples in the name of the triune God) | Trinity Creation Glory of God Baptism Earth Call of God | 12.23 But Some Doubted |
| 2020-06-14 | 2nd Sunday After Pentecost | A | Green | Semicontinuous first reading/psalm Genesis 18:1–15 [21:1–7] (The Lord appears to Abraham and Sarah; the birth of Isaac) Psalm 116:1–2, 12–19 (I will lift up the cup of salvation and call upon the name of the Lord) Romans5:1–8 (While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us) Matthew9:35–10:8 [9–23] (Jesus sends the twelve with instructions) | Trust in God Faith Gratitude Discipleship | 12.24 Instructions for the Task |
| 2020-06-21 | 3rd Sunday After Pentecost | A | Green | Semicontinuous first reading/psalm Genesis 21:8–21 (Sent away, Hagar and Ishmael are rescued, but God remains with them) Psalm 86:1–10, 16–17 (Preserve my life; save the child of your servant) Romans 6:1b–11 (Joined with Christ through his death and resurrection) Matthew 10:24–39 (Jesus warns of persecution, but God’s care is assured) | God our Help Providence Discipleship Grace Family | 12.25 Lose Your Life |
| 2020-06-28 | 4th Sunday After Pentecost | A | Green | Semicontinuous first reading/psalm Genesis 22:1–14 (Abraham obeys God, prepares for sacrifice of Isaac) Psalm 13 (How long, O Lord? But I trust in your steadfast love ) Romans 6:12–23 (By the grace of God, no longer under slaves to sin) Matthew 10:40–42 (Welcome those who Christ sends) | Covenant Lament Grace Welcome Hospitality | 12.26 Welcoming God |
| 2020-07-05 | 5th Sunday After Pentecost | A | Green | (Using the Semicontinuous stream for the first reading and psalm) Genesis 24:34–38, 42–49, 58–67 (The marriage of Isaacand Rebekah) Psalm 45:11–18 (A royal wedding: God has anointed you with the oil of gladness) Romans 7:15–25a (Paul wrestles with sin; God offers salvation through Jesus) Matthew 11:16–19, 25–30 (Jesus bids all to come and find his yoke is easy, his burden is light) | Covenant Family God’s Blessing Sin and Forgiveness Comfort | 12.27 The Lightness of Discipleship |
| 2020-07-12 | 6th Sunday After Pentecost | A | Green | (Using the Semicontinuous stream for the first reading and psalm) Genesis 25:19-34 (Esau sells his birthright to his twin, Jacob) Psalm 119:105-112 (Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light on my path) Romans 8:1-11 (Paul teaches that the Spirit in Christ sets us free from the law of sin and death) Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 (Jesus’ parable of the sower and the seeds and the explanation) | Word of God Family of God Holy Spirit Mind of Christ Growth | 12.28 Good Soil |
| 2020-07-19 | 7th Sunday After Pentecost | A | Green | (Using the Semicontinuous stream for the first reading and psalm) Genesis 28:10–19a (Jacob dreams of a ladder to heaven) Psalm 139:1–12, 23–24 (Lord, you have searched me; If I ascend to heaven you are there) Romans 8:12–25 (Paul: The whole creation groans for redemption with the children of God) Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43 (The weeds growing among the wheat: a parable of the kingdom) | Visions God’s Presence Holy Spirit Children of God Growth | 12.29 Good with the Bad |
| 2020-07-26 | 8th Sunday After Pentecost | A | Green | (Using the Semicontinuous stream for the first reading and psalm) Genesis 29:15–28 (Laban tricks Jacob who marries Leah and Rachel, but God’s promise is at work) Psalm 105:1–11, 45b (Children of Jacob, God’s covenant is everlasting; Praise the Lord) Romans 8:26–39 (Paul: God’s Spirit is with us; Nothing can separate us from God’s love) Matthew 13:31–33, 44–52 (Parables: Mustard seed, leaven, hidden treasure, priceless pearl, net) | God’s Providence Family Covenant Kingdom of God Spirit | 12.30 Agitation and Dedication |
| 2020-08-02 | 9th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | (Using the Semicontinuous stream for the first reading and psalm) Genesis 32:22–31 (Jacob wrestles with a stranger from God, receives a blessing) Psalm 17:1–7, 15 (Test me at night; I shall see your face, O Lord) Romans9:1–5 (Paul cares for Israel’s relationship with the church) Matthew14:13–21 (The story of Jesus’ feeding a great multitude) | God’s Presence/Blessing Striving for God Communion Bread of Life | 12.31 Fighting and Striving |
| 2020-08-09 | 10th Sunday After Pentecost | A | Green | (Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm) 1 Kings 19:9–18 (God’s still small voice is made known to Elijah on Mount Horeb) Psalm 85:8–13 (I will listen to what the Lord God is saying) Romans 10:5–15 (Hearing and confessing the word of faith) Matthew 14:22–33 (Jesus walks on the water to meet his disciples) | Listening for God God’s Word Faith Salvation | 12.32 Tender Encounters |
| 2020-08-16 | 11th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | (Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm) Isaiah 56:1, 6–8 (I will make them a house of prayer for all peoples) Psalm 67 (Let all the peoples praise you, O God) Romans 11:1–2a, 29–32 (The gifts, the calling, and the mercy of God extends mercy to all) Matthew 15:(10–20) 21–28 (The Intentions within the heart; a Canaanite woman’s faith) | God’s Mercy Salvation Is for All Forgiveness Healing | 12.33 Deep and Wide |
| 2020-08-23 | 12th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | (Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm) Isaiah 51:1–6 (The rock from which you are hewn; the endurance of God's salvation) Psalm 138 (O Lord, your love endures forever) Romans 12:1–8 (A living sacrifice; One body in Christ, though with many gifts) Matthew 16:13–20 (The profession of Peter’s faith: You are the Messiah, the Son of God) | God’s Salvation God our Help Unity Gifts Christ’s Church | 12.34 Children of Promise |
| 2020-08-30 | 13th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | (Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm) Jeremiah 15:15–21 (Jeremiah complains to God; God answers with a promise) Psalm 26:1–8 (A plea for justice from one who is faithful) Romans 12:9–21 (Live loving lives full of virtue and harmony) Matthew 16:21–28 (If any wish to follow me, they must take up their cross) | God’s Promises Faithfulness Compassion Cross Discipleship | 12.35 Weeping Prophet |
| 2020-09-06 | 14th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm Ezekiel 33:7-11 (The watchful prophet warns; the faithful among the people heed) Psalm 119:33-40 (Following in the way of God's statutes) Romans 13:8-14 (Love is the heart of the law; Stay alert: salvation is near) Matthew 18:15-20 (Reconciliation in the community of faith) | God’s Promises Faithfulness Compassion Cross Discipleship | 12.36 That Torah Life |
| 2020-09-13 | 15th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm Genesis 50:15-21 (Conciliatory grace between Joseph and his brothers) Psalm 103:(1-7), 8-13 (The Lord is full of compassion and mercy) Romans 14:1-12 (Judge not, but be accepting of the diversity within the faith) Matthew 18:21-35 (A parable of forgiveness and hardheartedness) | Reconciliation Grace Diversity Inclusion Forgiveness | 12.37 Strength for Today |
| 2020-09-20 | 16th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | Following the Complementary stream for the first readingand psalm Jonah 3:10-4:11 (The Lord teaches Jonah a lesson in mercy) Psalm 145:1-8 (The Lord is gracious and slow to anger) Philippians 1:21-30 (Stand firm in the faith; live in a way worthy of the gospel) Matthew 20:1-16 (Parable of the laborers in the vineyard; the last will be first) | God’s Faithfulness Mercy Grace Kingdom of God Service | 12.38 Telling Stories |
| 2020-09-27 | 17th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | Following the Complementary stream for the first readingand psalm Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 (The fairness of God's way; repent and live) Psalm 25:1-9 (Remember your mercy, O Lord) Philippians 2:1-13 (Christ humbled himself; in turn, we confess him Lord) Matthew 21:23-32 (Parable of the obedient and disobedient sons) | Repentance Forgiveness Mind of Christ Servanthood Faithfulness | 12.39 Finding Our Humility |
| 2020-10-04 | 18th Sunday after Pentecost–World Communion Sunday | A | Green | Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm Isaiah 5:1-7 (The song of the Vineyard foretells destruction) Psalm 80:7-15 (The psalmist pleads for restoration of the vine) Philippians 3:4b-14 (Nothing surpasses the value of knowing Christ) Matthew 21:33-46 (Parable of the wicked vineyard tenantsand the owner's son) | Kingdom of God Stewardship Faithfulness World Communion | 12.40 Punishment or Prodding? |
| 2020-10-11 | 19th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm Isaiah 25:1-9 (The Feast of Victoryfor all people) Psalm 23 (You spread a table before me; I will live in your house forever) Philippians 4:1-9 (Rejoice in the Lord always; the Lord is at hand) Matthew 22:1-14 (Parable of the wedding banquet; many are called, few are chosen) | God’s Provision Rejoicing Grace Kingdom of God Priorities | 12.41 Fear No Evil |
| 2020-10-18 | 20th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm Isaiah 45:1-7 (A foreign ruler as an instrument of God’s will) Psalm 96:1-9 (10-13) (God’s glory among the nations; bring an offering, come worship the Lord) 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 (Thanksgiving for the new church in Thessalonica) Matthew 22:15-22(Jesus teaches giving rightfully to the emperor and to God) | God’s Sovereignty Glory of God Faithfulness Stewardship | 12.42 Live As If You Belong |
| 2020-10-25 | 21st Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18 (Live lives of justice and love; be holy because I am holy) Psalm 1 (Delight in the law of the Lord) 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 (Paul reflects with genuine care for the Thessalonians) Matthew 22:34-46 (Two great commandments: love for God and love for neighbor) | Holiness God’s Word Love Great Commandment Reformation | 12.43 The Greatest |
| 2020-11-01 | All Saints Day | A | White | Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm Revelation 7:9-17 (The redeemed gather at God's throne worshiping the Lamb) Psalm 34:1-10, 22 (O taste and see, the Lord is good. The Lord redeems) 1 John 3:1-3 (Through God's love, we are God's children) Matthew 5:1-12 (The Beatitudes: Blessed are you) | Holiness God’s Word Love Great Commandment Reformation | 12.44 Do As I Say |
| 2020-11-08 | 23rd Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm Amos 5:18-24 (The day of the Lord. Let justice roll down like waters) Psalm 70 (A prayer for deliverance, for vindication) 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 (The promise of resurrection) Matthew 25:1-13 (Stay alert! The parable of the wise and foolish bridesmaids) | Justice Hope of Resurrection Return of Christ Waiting Preparation | 12.45 Ready or Not! |
| 2020-11-15 | 24th Sunday after Pentecost | A | Green | Following the Complementary stream for the first reading and psalm Zephaniah 1:7, 12-18 (The hastening approach of the day of the Lord) Psalm 90:1-8, (9-11), 12 (The Lord, our dwelling place in all generations) 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 (Stay alert! The day of the Lord comes unexpectedly) Matthew 25:14-30 (The parable of the talents and the servants' use of them) | Judgement God’s Time Be Alert Kingdom of God Stewardship | 12.46 Suffering for Good |
| 2020-11-22 | Christ the King/Reign of Christ | A | Green | Following the Semicontinuous stream for the first reading and psalm Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 (The Lord's promise: to shepherd the people) Psalm 100 (We are God's people: the sheep of God's pasture; enter with thanksgiving) Ephesians 1:15-23 (The reign of Christ) Matthew 25:31-46 (The coming King and judge; as you did to the least, you did to me) | God as Shepherd Praise Reign of Christ Servanthood Thanksgiving | 12.47 Good God |
| 2020-11-29 | 1st Sunday of Advent | B | Blue or Purple | Isaiah 64:1-9 (A prayer to God for merciful justice) Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19 (A lament to the Lord, for light and salvation) 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 (Gifts of grace and comfort to sustain those who wait) Mark 13:24-37 (Be watchful, alert for the Lord's coming) | Watchfulness Waiting Redemption Light Hope | 12.48 Wait Well |
| 2020-12-06 | 2nd Sunday of Advent | B | Blue or Purple | Isaiah 40:1-11 (Comfort and hope coming to God's people in exile) Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13 (Salvation is at hand) 2 Peter 3:8-15a (Waiting for and hastening the day of God) Mark 1:1-8 (The ministry of John the Baptist) | Preparation Waiting Salvation John the Baptist Peace | 12.49 While You Wait |
| 2020-12-13 | 3rd Sunday of Advent | B | Blue or Purple | Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11 (Righteousness and praise will spring up) Luke 1:46b-55 (The song of Mary) 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 (Kept in faith until the Lord's coming) John 1:6-8, 19-28 (John gives witness to the light) | Preparation Watchfulness Justice Mary Joy | 12.50 Choosing Joy |
| 2020-12-20 | 4th Sunday of Advent | B | Blue or Purple | 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16 (God's promise to David: a lasting throne) Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26 (David: Your love, O Lord, I will sing forever) Romans 16:25-27 (The mystery of God revealed in Jesus Christ) Luke 1:26-38 (The angel appears to Mary) | God’s Promise Revelation in Jesus Justice God’s Love; Mary | 12.51 Revealing Love |
| 2020-12-27 | 1st Sunday of Christmas | B | White | Isaiah 61:10—62:3 (Clothed in the garments of salvation) Psalm 148 (The whole of creation in praise of the Lord) Galatians 4:4-7 (Children and heirs of God) Luke 2:22-40 (The presentation of the holy Child) | Salvation Praise Children of God Light | 12.52 Love Instead of Fear |
| 2021-01-03 | Second Sunday after Christmas | B | White | Jeremiah 31:7-14 (A vision of hope: A homecoming of joy) Psalm 147:12-20 (A hymn of praise: God's word goes out into the world) Ephesians 1:3-14 (God's blessings in Christ) John 1:(1-9), 10-18 (God with us) | Joy the Word of God Children of God Grace Light Epiphany | 13.01 Precious Gift |
| 2021-01-06 | Epiphany | B | White | Isaiah 60:1-6 (Nations shall come to your light; kings to the brightness of your dawn) Matthew 2:1-12 (Wise men follow the star to visit Jesus, bringing him gifts) | Joy the Word of God Children of God Grace Light Epiphany | |
| 2021-01-10 | First Sunday after Epiphany— Baptism of the Lord | B | White | Genesis 1:1-5 (God creates light) Psalm 29 (The majesty of God: like a voice on the waters) Acts 19:1-7 (Baptism in the name of Jesus) Mark 1:4-11 (Jesus is baptized) | Light Creation Baptism Holy Spirit Salvation | 13.02 Much Ado About Baptism |
| 2021-01-17 | Second Sunday after Epiphany | B | Green | 1 Samuel 3:1-10, (11-20) (Samuel's reply to the Lord's call: Speak, Lord) Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 (O Lord, you search and know me) 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 (Glorify God in your body) John 1:43-51 (The first disciples are called) | Listening Call of God Body Wisdom Martin Luther King Jr. | 13.03 Follow Me |
| 2021-01-24 | Third Sunday after Epiphany | B | Green | Jonah 3:1-5, 10 (God sends Jonah to preach repentance, forgiveness) Psalm 62:5-12 (God, our rock and salvation) 1 Corinthians 7:29-31 (Living with the end in sight) Mark 1:14-20 (The calling of the disciples at the sea) | Listening Calling Rock of Salvation Preparation Discipleship | 13.04 Repent and Believe |
| 2021-01-31 | Fourth Sunday after Epiphany | B | Green | Deuteronomy 18:15-20 (God promises to raise up a new prophet) Psalm 111 (The fear of the Lord: the beginning of wisdom) 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 (Knowledge puffs up; but love builds up) Mark 1:21-28 (As Jesus heals, he teaches and acts with authority) | Call of God Praise Sin and Forgiveness Body of Christ Healing | 13.05 Teaching that Heals |
| 2021-02-07 | Fifth Sunday after Epiphany | B | Green | Isaiah 40:21-31 (Have you not heard? The creator of all cares for the powerless) Psalm 147:1-11, 20c (Praise the Lord who gathers, heals, and feeds us) 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 (Paul: all things to all people in order to share the gospel) Mark 1:29-39 (The healing of Peter's mother-in-law. Many flock to Jesus) | God the Creator Praise God’s Providence Witness Healing | 13.06 Rest Time |
| 2021-02-14 | Transfiguration Sunday | B | White | 2 Kings 2:1-12 (Elijah taken up to heaven) Psalm 50:1-6 (Out of Zion, God shines forth) 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 (God's light seen in the face of Christ) Mark 9:2-9 (Vision of transfiguration on the mount) | Light of God Glory of God Holy Spirit Mystery | 13.07 Friends in High Places |
| 2021-02-17 | Ash Wednesday | ABC | Purple | Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 (Return to the Lord, your God with all your heart) Psalm 51:1-17 (Create in me a clean heart, O God) 2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10 (Be reconciled. Now is the day of salvation) Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 (Let your practice of faith be genuine, your treasure is in heaven) | Return (Repent) Reconciliation Prayer Priorities | 13.08 Walkabout |
| 2021-02-21 | First Sunday in Lent | B | Purple | Genesis 9:8-17 (God gives a rainbow for a sign) Psalm 25:1-10 (A prayer of forgiveness) 1 Peter 3:18-22 (Saved through waters) Mark 1:9-15 (After baptism, Jesus is tested in the wilderness) | Covenant Forgiveness Baptism Holy Spirit Journey Temptation | 13.09 Lose to Gain |
| 2021-02-28 | Second Sunday in Lent | B | Purple | Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16 (God blesses Abraham and Sarah, a covenant is established) Psalm 22:23-31 (Turn to the Lord and remember God's care) Romans 4:13-25 (Paul remembers God's Promise to Abraham) Mark 8:31-38 (Take up your cross: Jesus predicts his passion) | Covenant God's Promises Cross Following God | 13.10 Turning the Tables |
| 2021-03-07 | Third Sunday in Lent | B | Purple | Exodus 20:1-17 (God gives Moses the Ten Commandments on Sinai) Psalm 19 (The commandment of the Lord gives light to the eyes) 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 (In Christ crucified, the wisdom of God is discerned) John 2:13-22 (Jesus' cleansing of the temple) | Commandments Wisdom Creation God's Word Cross Worship | 13.11 Light Living |
| 2021-03-14 | Fourth Sunday in Lent | B | Purple | Numbers 21:4-9 (Moses lifts up of a serpent in the wilderness) Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22 (Give thanks to the Lord who saves from distress) Ephesians 2:1-10 (Saved by God's grace through faith) John 3:14-21 (Like Moses' serpent, the lifting up of the Son of Man) | Wilderness Healing Forgiveness Thanksgiving Grace Love of God | 13.12 Good News? |
| 2021-03-21 | Fifth Sunday in Lent | B | Purple | Jeremiah 31:31-34 (A new covenant written not on stone but upon the heart) Psalm 51:1-12 (Create in me a clean heart, O God) Hebrews 5:5-10 (Through suffering Christ becomes salvation's source) John 12:20-33 (The grain of wheat must die to bear fruit) | Covenant Mercy Forgiveness Jesus the Savior Sacrifice Resurrection | 13.13 Carry the Cross |
| 2021-03-28 | Palm/Passion Sunday | B | Purple/Scarlet, or Red | LITURGY OF THE PALMS Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29 (Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord) Mark 11:1-11 (Hosanna! The people cry as Jesus rides on a donkey) LITURGY OF THE PASSION Isaiah 50:4-9a (The suffering servant of the Lord) Philippians 2:5-11 (Christ Jesus: humbled to the point of death on a cross) Mark 15:1-47 (The passion of the Lord) | Praise Festal Entry Rejection Mind of Christ Communion Crucifixion | 13.14 A Scandalous Claim |
| 2021-04-01 | Maundy Thursday | ABC | Purple | Exodus 12:1-4, (5-10), 11-14 (The instructions for the Passover Meal) Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19("I will lift up the cup of salvation." An offering of praise) 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 (The Lord's Supper: proclaim the Lord's death until he comes) John 13:1-17, 31b-35 (The service of Jesus: A new commandment) | Passover Thanksgiving Communion Servanthood Love | |
| 2021-04-04 | Easter Sunday | B | White or Gold | Acts 10:34-43 (Peter proclaims Jesus' resurrection is for all)or Isaiah 25:6-9(This is the feast of victory) Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 (I will not die, I will live) 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 (Witnesses to the good news)or Acts 10:34-43 (Peter proclaims Jesus' resurrection is for all) John 20:1-18 (Mary Magdalene encounters the risen Lord)or Mark 16:1-8(The women learn of Jesus' resurrection) | Resurrection Life Inclusion Thanksgiving Grace Good News | |
| 2021-04-11 | Second Sunday of Easter | B | White | Acts 4:32-35 (The shared life in Christian community) Psalm 133 (Living in unity) 1 John 1:1-2:2 (Walking in the light: Confessing and forgiving) John20:19-31 (Two appearances of the risen Jesus) | Unity Light of God Forgiveness Holy Spirit Doubt Resurrection | 13.15 Embodied Faith |
| 2021-04-18 | Third Sunday of Easter | B | White | Acts 3:12-19 (Through the risen Christ, health and forgiveness areextended) Psalm 4 (Confidence in God for joy and peace) 1 John 3:1-7 (We are God's children now) Luke 24:36b-48 (The risen Christ eats with and teaches the disciples) | Healing Trust Grace Children of God Communion Resurrection | 13.16 God’s Children Now13.16 God's Children Now |
| 2021-04-25 | Fourth Sunday of Easter | B | White | Acts 4:5-12 (Salvation by the name of Jesus: the cornerstone) Psalm 23 (The Lord is my shepherd) 1 John 3:16-24 (Loving in truth and action) John 10:11-18 (The good shepherd who is willing to die for the sheep) | Cornerstone Shepherd Christian love Great Commandment Sacrifice | |
| 2021-05-02 | Fifth Sunday of Easter | B | White | Acts 8:26-40 (Philip and the Ethiopian. A baptism) Psalm 22:25-31 (All the ends of the earth: remember and turn to the Lord) 1 John 4:7-21 (Beloved, let us love one another) John 15:1-8 (Jesus is the vine) | Baptism Gospel Salvation Love/Great Commandment Fruitfulness | |
| 2021-05-09 | Sixth Sunday of Easter | B | White | Acts 10:44-48 (The gift of the Spirit is poured out upon the Gentiles) Psalm 98 (O sing to the Lord a new song) 1 John 5:1-6 (Faith is the victory) John 15:9-17 (Jesus' great love and friendship) | Holy Spirit Praise Love of God Faith Friendship Fruitfulness Baptism | |
| 2021-05-16 | Seventh Sunday after Easter | B | White | Acts 1:15-17, 21-26 (Matthias is added as an apostle) Psalm 1 (They who follow the Lord are like fruitful trees) 1 John 5:9-13 (Confident living through faith in Christ) John 17:6-19 (Jesus prays for his disciples) | Christian Life Fruitfulness Commitment Faith Prayer | |
| 2021-05-16 | Ascension of the Lord (May 13) | ABC | White | Acts 1:1-11 (Jesus instructs the apostles and is lifted up into heaven) Psalm 47 (God has gone up with a shout, the LORD with the sound of the trumpet)or Psalm 93(The LORD has established the world; it shall never be moved) Ephesians 1:15-23 (Eyes to see the power of God through the risen and ascended Christ) Luke 24:44-53 (The Christ from all ages, the promise of the Spirit, and the ascension of Jesus) | Resurrection Holy Spirit Commissioning Praise Jesus Son of God | |
| 2021-05-23 | Day of Pentecost | B | Red | Acts 2:1-21 (Filled by the Holy Spirit to share the message of the gospel) (or) Ezekiel 37:1-14 (A vision of life to dry bones) Psalm 104:24-34, 35b (Send forth your Spirit to renew the earth) Romans 8:22-27 (We wait in hope. The spirit helps us) (or) Acts 2:1-21 (Filled by the Holy Spirit to share the message of the gospel) John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15 (Jesus foretells the Spirit of truth) On the Day of Pentecost, if the Old Testament passage from Ezekiel is chosen for the first reading, the passage from Acts is used as the second reading. | Holy Spirit Vision Creation Praise Renewal | |
| 2021-05-30 | Trinity Sunday | B | White | Isaiah 6:1-8 (Isaiah's prophetic vision and call) Psalm 29 (The voice and the glory of God) Romans 8:12-17 (Led by the Spirit as children of God) John 3:1-17 (Nicodemus comes to Jesus) | Worship God's Glory Holy Spirit Children of God Love of Jesus | |
| December 24/25, 2020 | Christmas Eve/Morning/Day | ABC | White and Gold | Three sets of scriptures in the Revised Common Lectionary provide different options for different Christmas services (I) Christmas Eve Isaiah9:2-7 (A great light: A child is born for us) Psalm 96 (Let the heavens and earth rejoice and be glad) Titus 2:11-14 (The grace of the Lord has appeared) Luke 2:1-14 [15-20] (God with us) (II) Christmas Morning Isaiah 62:6-12 (Great expectation and rejoicing: Salvation comes to the people) Psalm 97 (The Lord is king! Let the earth rejoice; the many coastlands be glad! ) Titus 3:4-7 (When the goodness and lovingkindness of our Savior appeared) Luke 2:[1-7] 8-20 (The birth of the Messiah revealed to shepherds) (III) Christmas Day Isaiah 52:7-10 (Heralding a time of joy and deliverance from God) Psalm 98 (All the ends of the earth have seen the victory of our God) Hebrews 1:1-4 [5-12] (God has spoken to us by a Son) John 1:1-14 (The Word became flesh and lived among us) | Light Praise Joy Love Incarnation |