A reading from the Acts of the Apostles, those who had been scattered by the persecution

that arose because of Stephen, when as far

as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word to no one but Jews. There were

some Cypriots and Syrenians among them, however, who came to Antioch and began to speak

to the Greeks as well, proclaiming the Lord Jesus. The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number who believed turned to the Lord.

The news about them reached the ears of the Church in Jerusalem, and they sent Barnabas to go to Antioch.

When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged them all to remain faithful to the Lord and firmness of heart.

For he was a good man, filled with the Holy Spirit and faith.

And a large number of people was added to the Lord.

Then he went to Tarsus to look for Saul,

and when he had found him, he brought him to Antioch.

For a whole year they met with a church

and taught a large number of people.

It was in Antioch that the disciples were first called Christians.

The word of the Lord.

Thanks to be to God.

All your nations praise the Lord.

All your nations praise the Lord.

His foundation upon the holy mountains,

the Lord loves, the gates of Zion, more than any dwelling

of Jacob, glorious things are said of you, O city of God.

All you nations, praise the Lord.

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