59.1 Lectionary Companion

Introduction to the Lectionary Companion – 59.1

Weekly worship brings us back again and again to the corporate actions that form us in faith. We gather, give thanks, confess sin, and hear God’s word. We respond with word and song, at table and font, and are sent out to serve.

The Season of Advent – Liturgy – 59.1

59.1, Advent Season, Liturgy

These liturgical texts are appropriate for use throughout the Season of Advent and may be repeated from week to week.

The Season of Advent – Music – 59.1

59.1, Advent Season, Music

These music suggestions are appropriate for use throughout the season of Advent and may be repeated from week to week.

November 30, 2025 – First Sunday of Advent

59.1, Advent Season

Lectionary Readings - Gathering - Word - Eucharist - Sending - Music and ArtLectionary Readings Isaiah 2:1–5Turn swords into plowshares; walk in the light of the Lord. Psalm 122I was glad when they said, “Let us go to the house of the Lord!” Romans...

December 7, 2025 – Second Sunday of Advent

59.1, Advent Season

Lectionary Readings - Gathering - Word - Eucharist - Sending - Music and ArtLectionary Readings Isaiah 11:1–10From Jesse’s root, a child will come with the spirit of the Lord. Psalm 72:1–7, 18–19May the king rule with righteousness and defend the...

December 14, 2025 – Third Sunday of Advent

59.1, Advent Season

Lectionary Readings - Gathering - Word - Eucharist - Sending - Music and ArtLectionary Readings Isaiah 35:1–10The desert will blossom; God’s people will return with joy. Psalm 146:5–10The maker of heaven and earth gives justice and reigns forever. or...

December 21, 2025 – Fourth Sunday of Advent

59.1, Advent Season

Lectionary Readings - Gathering - Word - Eucharist - Sending - Music and ArtLectionary Readings Isaiah 7:10–16The young woman will bear a child and name him Immanuel. Psalm 80:1–7, 17–19Restore us, O God; let your face shine, and save us. Romans...