The following is a list of scriptures to be read each Sunday as indicated.

 

2007 Scriptures Archives

 

May Scriptures

May 4 Seventh Sunday of Easter
 
Acts 1:6-14
The ascension of Jesus.
 
Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35
God makes a home for the poor.
 
1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11
Cast your cares on God. Be alert.
 
John 17:1-11
Jesus prays that his disciples “all may be one.”
 
 
 
May 11 Pentecost
 
Acts 2:1-21
The Holy Spirit comes in wind and flame.
 
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b
God’s spirit brings life and renewal.
 
1 Corinthians 12:3b-13
One spirit; many gifts.
 
John 20:19-23
Jesus appears though the doors are locked
 
 
 
May 18 Trinity Sunday
 
 
Genesis 1:1-2:4a
The story of Creation.
 
PSALM 8
This psalm reflects on what God has done and still does in this universe.
 
2 Corinthians 13:11-13
Paul, writing to the church at Corinth, speaks of the love of God.
 
Matthew 28:16-20
Christ bids farewell to his disciples, promising to be with them until the
end of the world.
 
 
May 25 Second Sunday after Pentecost
 
Genesis 6:11-22; 7:24; 8:14-19
Displeased with what creation has become, God decides to bring a great
flood.
 
Psalm 131
This is a psalm of humility, of confidence in God.
 
Romans 1:16-17; 3:22b-28 (29-31)
Paul speaks of the universality of human sin and the great grace embodied in
the work of Christ.
 
Matthew 7:21-29
The parable of the wise person who built a house upon rock.

 

April Scriptures

April 6, 2008 3rd Sunday of Easter
 
Luke 24:13-35. Emmaus. Jesus reminds these dispirited followers of all they
have seen and heard, its grounding in Scripture, and how they can take the
next steps to live this way now. But they "get it" only when he breaks the
bread.
 
 
 
April 13, 2008 4th Sunday of Easter
 
Acts 2: 42-47
A picture of how a group of Christians should be.
 
Psalm 23
The beloved Good Shepherd psalm.
 
1 Peter 2: 19-25
Those sheep who have gone astray have the possibility of being reunited with
the shepherd, the guardian of our souls.
 
John 10: 1-10
Jesus is the good shepherd, who wil lay down his life for his flock.
 
 
 
April 20, 2008 5th Sunday of Easter
 
Acts 7:55-60
Stephen's martyrdom introduces the young man Saul, soon to be converted to
become the apostle Paul.
 
Psalm 31:1-5,15-16
In you, O Lord, I seek refuge.
 
1 Peter 2:2-10
First Peter proclaims the great mystery of God's grace.
 
John 14:1-14
"I am in the Father and the Father is in me," Jesus tells his disciples.
 
 
April 27, 2008 6th Sunday of Easter
 
Acts 17:22-31
In Athens, Paul takes the opportunity to proclaim the gospel to the cultured
Greeks.
 
Psalm 66:8-20
Despite persecution and difficulty, the people of God continue to offer
themselves with thankful sacrifice, wherever they are.
 
I Peter 3:13-22
The First Letter of Peter instructs an early congregation in Christian
morality, morality that is grounded in the resurrection of Jesus.
 
John 14:15-21
Jesus, Lord of love, commands his disciples to love.

 

March Scriptures

March 2 4th Sunday in Lent
 
1 Samuel 16:1-13
The story of the anointing of David as King of Israel.
 
John 9:1-41
Jesus heals a man of blindness and causes a controversy among the religious
authorities.
 
 
March 9 5th Sunday in Lent
 
Ezekiel 37:1-14
In a vision, Ezekiel is shown a valley of dry, dead bones that miraculously
come to life after being infused with the breath of God.
 
Psalm 130
A prayer for deliverance from personal trouble.
 
Romans 8:6-11
Paul tells the Christians at Rome: The "Spirit is life."
 
John 11:1-45
Jesus grieves for the death of his friend Lazarus, then calls Lazarus back
to life.
 
 
March 16 Palm/Passion Sunday
 
Isaiah 50:4-9
The prophet Isaiah asks God to help him to minister to a suffering Israel
with some word of comfort.
 
Philippians 2:5-11
Paul proclaims to the Philippians: "Jesus emptied himself, taking the form
of a slave."
 
Matthew 21:1-11
Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem.
 
Matthew 26:14-27:66
The dramatic account of Jesus' arrest, trial, and crucifixion.
 
 
 
March 23 Easter
 
Acts 10:34-43
Peter tells the story of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.
 
Colossians 3:1-4
"You have been raised with Christ," Paul tells the Colossians.
 
Matthew 28: 1-10
Matthew tells the story of the resurrection of Christ.
 
 
March 30 Second Sunday of Easter
 
Acts 2:14a, 22-32
Peter proclaims the message of Jesus' resurrection.
 
Psalm 16
Lord keep us safe.
 
1 Peter 1:3-9
You are receiving the salvation of your souls.
 
John 20:19-31
Thomas is moved from doubt to faith in the presence of the risen Christ.
 

 

February Scriptures

February 3 Transfiguration Sunday
 
Exodus 24:12-18
God appears to Moses on Mt. Sinai in the midst of a cloud as he prepares to
receive the law.
 
Psalm 99
 
2 Peter 1:16-21
Christ's promise to return in glory.
 
Matthew 17:1-9
On a mountain, Peter, James, and John see a vision of Jesus transfigured,
along with Moses and Elijah.
 
 
February 6 Ash Wednesday
Joel 2:1-2, 12-17
 
Psalm 51:1-17
 
2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10
 
Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21
 
February 10 First Sunday in Lent
 
Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7
The first humans beings give in to temptation in Eden and eat the forbidden
fruit and become like God, knowing good and evil.
 
Psalm 32 The psalmist writes of what he has learned in life.
 
Romans 5:12-19
Adam's disobedience led to condemnation and death for all humankind, while
Christ's obedience leads to justification and eternal life.
 
Matthew 4:1-11
In the wilderness, Jesus resists the temptation to use divine power for his
benefit.
 
 
February 17 Second Sunday in Lent
 
Genesis 12:1-4a
God calls Abram to leave his country, kindred, and father's house for a new
land, promising to bless him.
 
Psalm 121
 
 
Romans 4:1-5, 13-17
Abraham's faith in God was reckoned as righteousness. All who share the
faith of Abraham are heirs of God's promise.
 
John 3:1-17
The Pharisee Nicodemus comes to Jesus by night.
 
 
 
February 24 Third Sunday in Lent
 
 
Exodus 17:1-7
Miraculous water streams from a rock for a people famished in the desert.Ђ
 
Psalm 95 An invitation to worship God.
 
Romans 5:1-11
"God's love has been poured into our hearts," Paul tells the Romans.
 
John 4:5-42
In a Samaritan city, Jesus encounters a woman at a well and engages her in
conversation.

 

January Scriptures

January 6 Epiphany
 
Isaiah 60:1-6
Arise, shine; for your light has come.
 
Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14
God’s anointed defends the poor.
 
Ephesians 3:1-12
Boldness and confidence through faith.
 
Matthew 2:1-12
The visit of the magi.
 
January 13 Baptism of Jesus
 
Isaiah 42:1-9
God’s servant brings justice.
 
Psalm 29
Ascribe to God all glory and strength.
 
Acts 10:34-43
Peter’s sermon to the Gentiles.
 
Matthew 3:13-17
Jesus is baptized.
 
January 20 Second Sunday after Epiphany
 
Isaiah 49:1-7
The mission of God’s servant
 
Psalm 40:1-11
I waited patiently for God.
 
John 1:29-42
Simon and Andrew become disciples.
 
 
January 27 Third Sunday after Epiphany
 
Isaiah 9:1-4
The people have seen a great light.
 
Psalm 27:1, 4-9
God is my light and my salvation.
 
1 Corinthians 1:10-18
Overcome divisions and find unity.
 
Matthew 4:12-23
Jesus begins his ministry