Worship

Sunday, September 20, 2026 — Lectionary 25, Year A

Matthew narrates one of Jesus’ controversial parables in which Jesus says that the reign of God is like that of a landowner who pays his workers the same wage no matter what time of day they began to work. When God changes God’s mind about punishing Nineveh for their evil ways, Jonah is angry. Yet God is gracious and merciful, abounding in steadfast love. In baptism we receive the grace of God that is freely given to all. As Martin Luther wrote, in the presence of God’s mercy we are all beggars.

Readings

First Reading: Jonah 3:10—4:11
Psalm: Psalm 145:1-8
Second Reading: Philippians 1:21-30
Gospel: Matthew 20:1-16

Music

PRELUDE: "HOW FIRM A FOUNDATION"
GATHERING SONG: "LORD, I LIFT YOUR NAME ON HIGH"
SERMON SONG: "THEY'LL KNOW WE ARE CHRISTIANS"
OFFERTORY: "WE ARE AN OFFERING"
COMMUNION: "COMMUNION MUSIC"
SENDING HYMN: "HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD"
POSTLUDE: "O FOR A THOUSAND TONGUES TO SING"

Serving This Sunday

Assisting Minister: Leah
Lay Reader: Leah
Acolyte: David
Crucifer: Rodney
Greeter: Marc
Ushers: Rodney, Art
Altar Guild: Leah, Amanda, Kelly

Dedications

Altar Flowers — The altar flowers are given to the Glory of God and in Memory of My Mother, Lila Clontz Hall by Dot Fairchild
Sanctuary Lamp — The sanctuary lamp is given to the Glory of God and in Memory of Walter Brock, Iona Mae, and Frederick Griffin by Janice Griffin