Prayer of the Day 

Let us pray. 

Gracious and glorious God, you have chosen us as your own, and by the powerful name of Christ you protect us from evil. By your Spirit transform us and your beloved world, that we may find our joy in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

First Reading:   A reading from the book of Acts 1:15-17, 21-26

Second Reading: 1 John 5:9-13

Gospel: The holy gospel according to John 17