Sunday, August 9, 2026
The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost – Divine Service 1
Only God comprehends creation’s orchestration. No mortal man can possibly grasp the full complexity of the heavens and the earth. Human reason also cannot grasp Christ’s descent into hell, His rising from the tomb, nor His ascension into heaven. Yet by faith, these very things are believed and confessed. Even when doubt assails us, we can be bold to proclaim that Jesus is the Son of God.
Readings:
Collect of the Day:
Almighty and most merciful God, preserve us from all harm and danger that we, being ready in both body and soul, may cheerfully accomplish what You want done; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Hymns:
“How Firm a Foundation” LSB 728 (Hymn of the Month)
“Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness” LSB 849
“Creator of the Stars of Night” LSB 351
“O Love, How Deep” LSB 544
“From Depths of Woe I Cry to Thee” LSB 607
“I Am Trusting Thee Lord Jesus” LSB 729
“Jesus Loves Me! This I Know” LSB 588
