Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost
September 20th, 2026
September 20th
Matthew narrates one of Jesus’ controversial parables in which Jesus says that the reign of God is like that of a landowner who pays his workers the same wage no matter what time of day they began to work. When God changes God’s mind about punishing Nineveh for their evil ways, Jonah is angry. Yet God is gracious and merciful, abounding in steadfast love. In baptism we receive the grace of God that is freely given to all. As Martin Luther wrote, in the presence of God’s mercy we are all beggars.
Readings of the day:

Genesis 50:15-21
Joseph reconciles with his brothers


Psalm 103:[1-7] 8-13
Lord, you are full of compassion and mercy. (Ps. 103:8)


Romans 14:1-12
Accepting diversity in the community of faith


Matthew 18:21-35
A parable of forgiveness in the community of faith

In Our Prayers
This Week: September 20, 2026

This week we pray --

-- protect all those who live in lands or homes affected by violence, war, oppression, or persecution, espically in Gaza, Iran, Israel, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Iraq, Ukraine, Russia, Haiti, and Nigeria.

-- Those hospitalized, in a rehabilitation center, ill this week, grieving, or who have otherwise requested prayer include:  John, Art, Ruth, Christine, Gwen, Billie, Tina, Jim, Luke, Stephanie.

--with the World Council of Churches: all the churches in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

--with the Montana Synod: the Northern Great Lakes Synod

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