Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

Scriptures used for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost, August 02, 2015

Old Testament: 2 Samuel 11:26-12:13a from International Children’s Bible (ICB)

Psalm 51:1-13

Epistle: Ephesians 4:1-16 from Lexham English Bible (LEB)

Gospel: John 6:24-35 from the Message (MSG)

On August seventh we remember John Mason Neale, Priest, Scholar, and Translator.

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852092: Good King Wenceslas Good King WenceslasBy John Neale / Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.

This story, based on actual events that occurred in the tenth century, tells of a kind-hearted king and his page who set out to help a poor man on a cold winter’s night and experience a miracle along the way. Tim Ladwig’s energetic paintings bring new life to the familiar words and remind readers of all ages that helping others is a blessing. Recommended for ages 5 and up.