Fourth Sunday After Epiphany
Theme of the Day: Jesus Calls You Blessed
You may not feel blessed when you are hungry or insulted or mourning the death of a loved one. You may not be in the mood to boast when you feel foolish, weak, or lowly. But knowing your difficulties, Jesus still chose you to be his own. He gives you many gifts, and he calls you blessed.
Matthew 5:1-12
Zephaniah 2:3; 3:11-13
1 Corinthians 1:26-31
Psalm 1A
799 – I Leave All Things to God’s Direction
690 – Blest Are They
670 – I Come, O Savior, to Your Table
927 – Lord Dismiss Us with Your Blessing
Prayer of the Day: Almighty and everlasting God, look with mercy on our weaknesses, and in all our dangers and needs stretch out the right hand of your majesty to help and defend us; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Alleluia.