God’s love wipes away tears and provides a foretaste of the feast.
Of all three years of the lectionary cycle, this year’s All Saints readings have the most tears. Isaiah and Revelation look forward to the day when God will wipe away all tears; in John’s gospel, Jesus weeps along with Mary and all the gathered mourners before he demonstrates his power over death.
On All Saints Day we celebrate the victory won for all the faithful dead, but we grieve for our beloved dead as well, knowing that God honors our tears. We bring our grief to the table and find there a foretaste of Isaiah’s feast to come.
Alleluia!
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Worship Liturgy
Order of Worship & lessons
Worship Liturgy
Opening Song
Greeting
P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
C: And also with you
Prayer
WORD
First Reading:
Epistle: Gospel Acclamation Gospel: Message
Message Hymn
Apostles Creed
Prayers of the Faithful Pr D+ and/or Reader lighting candles ??
Sharing Christ’s Peace Pr D+
Offering
Offering Prayer
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Announcements Pr D+
SENDING Blessing
Go in peace. Share the gift of Jesus.
Thanks be to God.
Postlude Sunghee
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