Divine Service: Second Sunday of Easter (Quasimodogeniti)

About this Sunday: On this "Low Sunday," we transition from the grand celebration of the Resurrection into the peace that follows. Our readings focus on the Risen Christ appearing to His disciples behind locked doors. Even in our moments of doubt, like Thomas, Christ comes to us through His Word and Sacraments to offer His peace and show us His victory over death,

LCMS One-Year Lectionary

Old Testament Reading: Ezekiel 37:1–14

The Vision of the Valley of Dry Bones. The Lord brings life to the dead through His Word and Spirit, foreshadowing the resurrection of all believers.

Epistle: 1 John 5:4–10

The Victory of Faith. St. John writes of the faith that overcomes the world and the testimony of the water, the blood, and the Spirit.

Holy Gospel: John 20:19–31

Jesus Appears to the Disciples. On the evening of the Resurrection, Jesus stands among His disciples, offering His peace and showing His wounds to Thomas, leading him to confess: "My Lord and my God!"