Scriptures and Prayer for the Twenty-Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

Old Testament: Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17 or 1 Kings 17:8-16

Psalter: Psalm 127 or Psalm 146

Epistle: Hebrews 9:24-28

Gospel: Mark 12:38-44

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Providing God, you journeyed with Ruth and comforted Hannah when their lives were burdened by grief. Grant us faith to believe you will provide a future where we see none, that bitterness may turn to joy and barrenness may bear life. Amen.