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NL Resources:

Summer 2023 NL Readings (rev. 1/4/23)

2022-23 Narrative Lectionary Readings (Year 1)

2022-23 Worship Resources (rev. 1/9/23)

What is the Narrative Lectionary?

The Narrative Lectionary is a 4-year cycle of readings. Read More.

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