4 Seasons of the Spirit™ SeasonsFusion Pentecost 1 2020 Copyright © Wood Lake Publishing Inc. 2019 Pentecost 1 2020 Planning Date Liturgical date Title Lections (The focus in the age-level materials is in bold.) Emphasis for worship, learning, and serving Personal reflection You might consider sending weekly e-mails to people on your e-mail list throughout Pentecost 1, posting each week to your congregation’s social networking site, or adding to your bulletin. June 7, 2020 June 14, 2020 June 21, 2020 June 28, 2020 July 5, 2020 July 12, 2020 Trinity Sunday 2nd Sunday after Pentecost 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time Proper 6 (11) 3rd Sunday after Pentecost 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time Proper 7 (12) 4th Sunday after Pentecost 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time Proper 8 (13) 5th Sunday after Pentecost 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time Proper 9 (14) 6th Sunday after Pentecost 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Proper 10 (15) The Mountains Are Calling Sacrifices Solidarity Choosing a Braver Faith A Love that Makes Neighbours Love that Disrupts Genesis 1:1—2:4a Psalm 8 2 Corinthians 13:11–13 Matthew 28:16–20 Genesis 18:1–15, (21:1–7) Psalm 116:1–2, 12–19 Romans 5:1–8 Matthew 9:35—10:8, (9–23) Genesis 21:8–21 Psalm 86:1–10, 16–17 Romans 6:1b–11 Matthew 10:24–39 Genesis 22:1–14 Psalm 13 Romans 6:12–23 Matthew 10:40–42 Genesis 24:34–38, 42–49, 58–67 Psalm 45:10–17 or Song of Solomon 2:8–13 Romans 7:15–25a Matthew 11:16–19, 25–30 Genesis 25:19–34 Psalm 119:105–112 Romans 8:1–11 Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23 On this Trinity Sunday, we are reminded of Gods’ word, presence, activity, and redeeming love in Cre- ation. In Jesus’ call to the disciples to join in his healing ministry, we hear a call to us, individually and as the church, to the urgent work of car- rying God’s love and care into the world. Jesus teaches disciples then and now that when we make God’s love of justice fully present in the world, we enter uncomfortable spaces that disrupt relationships to power and disrupt relationships – even with those closest to us. We can be assured of God’s presence and care. This week, many voices from Abra- ham to the psalmist, to Jesus to Paul, urge that we cling to a deeper, braver faith in God that insists on love and compassion both given and received. This week, we gather around sto- ries of courageous transforming love, with the story of Rebekah and her example of hospitality and her choice to leave the comfort of home and family and journey with trust into a future unknown at the centre. In the texts this week, we encounter a God who enters the world and dis- rupts it. In a story of where an elder child will serve his younger siblings, and in a challenge from Jesus that those who value the ways of wealth will be left wanting, we experience a world turned upside down. Genesis 1:1—2:4a tells a story of Creation and Trinity’s presence at the beginning of the world. The world is interconnected, and we are part of it – part of God’s expression of love and creativity. Spend intentional time enjoying Creation. Jesus’ call to follow includes a big job description: Tell and show the good news of God’s love, bring heal- ing, and do not be afraid. Wow! How might we live out this call today? Consider sending one another off with a blessing, “(Name) go live for God.” Jesus’ teaching disrupts our peace, but we are reminded to not be afraid. God is ever-present, all- knowing, and all-revealing. Reflect on what fears you have. Each day, spend time sharing your fears with God. Then, listen (and look) for examples of how God is with you. Welcome. Jesus calls disciples to welcome all. We are all agents in giving and receiving welcome. God welcomes us and we, in turn, wel- come one another, especially those who are considered the least and the lost. Spend time this week volunteering at a church ministry or a local char- ity that welcomes people in need. Rebekah and Isaac meet and fall in love. Abraham’s servant goes in search of Isaac’s bride, and Rebekah chooses to leave her family and go to meet Isaac. This union in the Hebrew Scriptures is an important story in our stories of faith. Send a special handwritten mes- sage or e-mail to at least three people you love telling them that you love them. We can all identify with family tension and differences. Jacob and Esau have been battling from the beginning, even in the womb. Their competition continues as they grow older and Jacob tricks Esau into giving away his birthright. Think about the differences or dis- agreements that exist among your siblings or your extended family. Reflect on how these have affected your family dynamics and inter- actions. What can they teach you about the relationships you have with members of your congrega- tion, friends, co-workers? At a Glance – Pentecost 1 2020 At a Glance – Pentecost 1 2020 is also available in the Planning folder. The personal reflection is also provided separately as a text file in the Planning folder.