November 8, 2026

Our Lectionary readings for this Sunday, November 8, will be: Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25; Psalm 78:1-7; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; and Matthew 25:1-13.

We have not quite made it to Advent Season, but the Lectionary reminds us we are in a mode of expectation all year round. Jesus' parable in Matthew 25 of a delayed bridegroom asks us to be prepared to shine the light of the gospel even longer during the night than we might expect. That the bridegroom is coming is certain; when that will be is not. The joy and celebration we expect will make the wait worthwhile.

We will have a meeting of the Session after morning worship, the first Sunday of December.