
November 1 is All Saints’ Day in the Liturgical Calendar. Many observe this day on Sunday the 3rd. It is a day to remember those who have died, to grieve their loss, and to lean into the hope of the resurrection and the promises of God.
The Gospel reading is John 11:32-44. Jesus grieves the death of Lazarus and offers a glimpse of resurrection hope.
All Saints’ Day falls on the weekend before one of the most contentious elections in U.S. history. My prayer for you this weekend is that you might be able to lead your people into the depth of our true hope. We don’t trust in government, we trust in the promises of God, who meets us in our weakness and pain and grounds us in love, grace, justice, and mercy.
peace to you and yours this week.
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Download visual resources to help you preach, teach, and study the Revised Common Lectionary and the Narrative Lectionary for November 3, 2024.
For the Revised Common Lectionary
For All Saints:
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Wisdom of Solomon 3:1-9
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Isaiah 25:6-9
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An Image of Hope Revelation 21:1-6a
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Jesus Grieves Lazarus John 11:32-44
If All Saints not observed:
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Introduction to Ruth Ruth 1:1-18
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The Shema Deuteronomy 6:1-9
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The Perfect Sacrifice Hebrews 9:11-14
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The Greatest Commandment Mark 12:28-34
For the Narrative Lectionary
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Elijah and the Widow in 1 Kings 17:1-16
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