This service is part of a larger Grounded and Growing series that began with Advent and Christmas. You can learn more about the Advent and Christmas series here.
The prayer for illumination is a prayer to the Holy Spirit asking that the Spirit be present and active in the reading and preaching of the word and that those present may receive God’s word and apply it to their lives.
This service is part of a larger Grounded and Growing series that began with Advent and Christmas. You can learn more about the Advent and Christmas series here.
In preparation for the reading of scripture and the sermon, consider offering this prayer of illumination, asking God to speak. It is offered two different ways: for a single voice or as a responsorial prayer.
This week’s sermon text, John 20:1-18, has a profound yet simple testimony: “I have seen the Lord!” Where do we see the Lord today? When the Lord reveals himself to us, through scripture, creation, words of people, books, music, etc, we should also declare, “I have seen the Lord!” Other readings from the lectionary for today remind us that we are called to give account to the hope that we have. Easter equips us with both the words and actions to give such an account.
Connect
Reformed Worship Resources in Your Inbox
Sign up for the newsletter to receive the latest Reformed Worship resources and other news.