Is the Church in America in Decline or Is It Being Winnowed?

Preparing for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost: Three Days before Sunday (Year C)

Scripture (semicontinuous)

Psalter: Psalm 85

Old Testament: Hosea 4:1-19

Epistle: Acts 1:15-22

Scripture (complementary)

Psalter: Psalm 138

Old Testament: Esther 2:19—3:6

Epistle: Acts 1:15-22

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Prayer

God of justice, your word is light and truth. Let your face shine on us to restore us, that we may walk in your way, seeking justice and doing good. Amen.

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