Friday, September 16 — Psalm 107:17–22
1 Samuel 7:2–8:22; Luke 24:36–53
They shall be my people and I will be their God, in faithfulness and in righteousness. Zechariah 8:8
He is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead. Colossians 1:18
Alpha and Omega, beginning and end, you have purchased us for yourself, as your church and as your bride. Help us, Lord, to live more righteously that we might become worthy of your favor and grace. Amen.
Ministers’ Covenant Day: During a synodal conference in London, Jesus Christ was recognized as chief elder of the Brethren’s Church. The day is observed as a covenanting day for servants of the church.