Sunday, April 29, 2018

Fifth Sunday of Easter
Watchword for the Week — Jesus says, “Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me.” John 15:4
Sunday, April 29 — Acts 8:26–40; Psalm 22:25–31
1 John 4:7–21; John 15:1–8
I am yours; save me. Psalm 119:94
Jesus said: In the world you face persecution. But take courage; I have conquered the world! John 16:33
Savior of the world, you who spoke creation into being, we praise and thank you for your love, which stills the raging storms of living. Hear us as our souls sing of your goodness and love. How can we keep from singing? In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.