Word and Worship (Year A) 2025 – 2026

Now in its sixteenth edition, Word and Worship continues to serve as a valued companion for ministers, worship leaders, and congregations across traditions. Published by Ekklesia in partnership with CLF Publishers, this resource draws from the Revised Common Lectionary and is structured to support worship that is both rooted in Scripture and responsive to the rhythms of the Church Year. This year’s volume, edited by Pete Grassow, offers exegetical insights and liturgical suggestions for every Sunday. Each entry is shaped by the seasons of the Christian calendar and the prescribed biblical texts. The material includes sermon helps, interpretive notes, and suggestions for various elements of worship under the headings: Gathering, Preaching, Responding, Celebrating, and Sending. Far more than a preaching aid, Word and Worship is intended to foster deeper engagement with the Word of God and to encourage the creative and faithful proclamation of the Gospel. By providing accessible theological reflection and practical tools for worship planning, it seeks to equip those who lead and inspire those who gather. We hope this edition continues to strengthen the bonds of ecumenical partnership and spiritual formation, offering a shared space where the Word can be proclaimed with clarity, compassion, and courage. May it enrich your preparation, enliven your worship, and draw communities into deeper communion with God and one another.