Sunday, January 9, 2022

GATHERING TO PRAISE GOD

Prelude

Praise Song

Welcome

The People Gather (Isaiah 43, Psalm 29)
L: Our God is a God of power and strength!
P: God has created each of us with tender care.
L: Our God is a God of majesty and awe!
P: God walks with each of us every step of the way.
L: Our God is a God of glory and wonder!
P: God loves each of us with tenderness and passion.
L: Our God calls us each by name.
P: God calls each of us to unite in worship together!

Hymn

The People Pray
Holy God of glory and majesty, you have called us by name.
We pray in this moment for the courage and the strength to answer your call.
As we open our ears to hear Your Word,
open our hearts also, that we may experience again the renewing power of rebirth
in the Holy Spirit.
Inspire us in this time of worship, that we may claim our own identity
as your beloved children.
We pray in the name of our brother, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Special Music

Children’s Moment Victoria Camara

The People Confess Their Sin (Isaiah 43, Psalm 29, Luke 3)
Creator of the universe,
we stand amazed at your power and glory.
We are eager to worship you and offer our praise,
but we are often reluctant to answer
when we hear you calling our name.
We sing our songs of tribute in the sanctuary,
but shy away from the river,
lest we be baptized
with the fire of the Holy Spirit.
Forgive us when we forget your promise
to be with us always, O God.
Renew us with the power of your ever-present love,
and strengthen us to proclaim your justice
throughout the world. Amen.
God’s Words of Assurance
People of God, you are known and loved by the Creator. You are marked as God’s chosen ones to bring hope and peace to others. Be at peace and live in hope. AMEN.

The Word of God for the People of God

Scripture

Message BEGINNING A NEW YEAR WITH JESUS Linda Futter

Pastoral Prayer

The People Bring Their Gifts
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The People Go into The World

Praise Song

Benediction

Organ Postlude