Lectionary

A lectionary is a cycle of biblical readings that runs through the Church Year, beginning at the start of Advent.  The United Reformed Church uses the Revised Common Lectionary, which was developed in the 1980s and is now used throughout the world by many Christian denominations. 

The lectionary readings for May are as follows.  The primary reading for each Sunday is in bold and verses in brackets are optional extras to the main reading.

4 MAY

Acts 9:1-6, (7-20); Psalm 30; Revelation 5:11-14; John 21:1-19

11 MAY

Acts 9:36-43; Psalm 23; Revelation 7:9-17; John 10:22-30

18 MAY

Acts 11:1-18; Psalm 148; Revelation 21:1-6; John 13:31-35

25 MAY

Acts 16:9-15; Psalm 67; Revelation 21:10,22-22:5; John 14:23-29 or John 5:1-9

For a daily Bible reading, reflection and prayer, visit www.urc.org.uk/dailydevotions