READINGS FOR THIS WEEK:
Easter Sunday
April 20, 2025
FIRST READING:
Acts 10:34-43
THE PSALM:
118:1-2, 14-24
SECOND READING:
I Corinthians 15:19-26
GOSPEL READING:
Luke 24:1-12, John 20:1-18
The gloom and the sadness of the last few days is replaced today. Even when things seem their darkest, God finds a way to burst through! Even though the clouds may hide it, the sun is always shining!
PRAYER FOR THE MORNING:
Holy God, as I enter into this new day, I ask that you keep me mindful of the profound nature of this Holy Week. Help me to go beyond the joyful parade of the palms and to follow Jesus into the suffering of this world, mindful that he was obedient to you, even to the cross. In Jesus’ name. Hold us fast, God our Savior, as the curtain of night is torn, and the dark day of our Lord’s crucifixion approaches. Hold us fast, God our Savior, as our faith and hope are tested and we await the rising sun. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
PRAYER FOR THE NIGHT:
Enthroned on the praises of your people, we cry to you by day and call on you by night. Do not be far from us, for trouble is near and there is no one else to help. Into your hands we commend our spirits. Amen.
