Preparing for Worship

Here you can download and print worship folders for upcoming services, as well as learn more about worship at St. Andrew.



Lectionary

Worship Year C

Year C
November 2021 – November 2022 focuses on the Gospel of Luke. The semi-continuous Old Testament readings are of prophetic proclamation chosen in chronological order and highlighting Jeremiah. The New Testament readings are chosen mainly from Galatians, Colossians, 1 and 2 Timothy and 2 Thessalonians.

worship year a

Year A
November 2022 – November 2023 focuses on the Gospel of Matthew. The semi-continuous Old Testament readings focus on major Genesis narratives, the covenant with Moses, and the establishment of Israel in the Promised Land. The New Testament readings are from Romans, Philippians and 1 Thessalonians.

Worship Year B

Year B
November 2023 – November 2024 focuses on the Gospel of Mark with more selections from the Gospel of John than any other year. The semi-continuous readings from the Old Testament focus on the covenant of David and Wisdom literature. The New Testament readings are from 1 and 2 Corinthians, Ephesians, James and Hebrews.


Frequently Asked Questions About Worship

Find answers to all your worship questions on the ELCA website, such as the meaning and use of liturgical colors, the role of music, and why we use ashes on Ash Wednesday.