Author: Pastor Aleese Kenitzer

Psalm 51; Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18| In the past year, we’ve felt the effect of being physically scattered from one another. But this sense of being “scattered” goes deeper than the pandemic. For like the dust of the earth, we are a scattered people. Period. Over and over, we turn from God’s breath of life, and we find ourselves amidst brokenness. But again and again, God invites us back in…to experience his grace, his love, and forgiveness once again. By the cross of Jesus, we are seen as more than dust. Instead, we are seen as worthy; we are seen in love.

If you missed marking the beginning of the Lenten season, be sure to join us as, together, we admit our sin and brokenness, and look to the only one who is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. Liturgy and words for worship adapted from a prayer by Sarah Are | A Sanctified Art LLC | santifiedart.org. Music covered under CCLI License #1141706, One License #738138-A.

Ash Wednesday Worship Bulletin

Mark 9:2-9| Throughout our lives, there are experiences that change us, shifting how we think about ourselves and the world around us. In the same way, our experiences of the glory of God – revealed to us – also have the potential to transform our lives, shaping our journey ahead. But do we allow that Spirit to mold us into something new, perhaps sending us on a different trajectory? Join us for worship as we consider our walks of faith and prepare ourselves to walk into the season of Lent. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706, One License #738138-A.

Transfiguration Sunday Worship Bulletin

Isaiah 40: 21-31, Mark 1: 29-39|“How are you?” is often a question that pops up early in casual conversation. But the real answer? Sometimes, it’s not so easy to capture really how we’re doing. It’s one thing to talk about events of a day. But it’s another thing completely to answer from the depth of our being – sometimes leading to the truth that we are weary. We’re worn out. We’re tired. It’s common within our culture to push that feeling down, and to “keep on keepin’ on.” But how are we to live as followers of Jesus as we encounter weariness and exhaustion? Join us for worship as we hear God’s word of promise given to the Israelite people, and given through Jesus to Simon’s mother-in-law, raising her to new life. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Epiphany 5 Worship Bulletin

Mark 1: 21-28|What do you have to do with us, Jesus? It’s a daring question. Even asking it implies that Jesus does have something to do with us, with our lives, and with our world. But what is it? Join us for worship as we are reminded of Christ’s authority and power over all things, and are invited to open ourselves to the liberating power of the Holy Spirit. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Epiphany 4 Worship Bulletin

Mark 1: 14-20|Timing makes a difference. It determines what we do, and when we do it. The same was true for Jesus as he began his ministry, proclaiming the good news of God’s kingdom. The clock had shifted, which demanded an immediate response from his soon-to-be disciples. So what’s happening, now? Considering all the changes and unknowns of 2020, it is clear we are not in the same spot we were a year ago. But even now, God’s kingdom has come among us, demanding a response in what we do and when we do it. Join us for worship as we consider Christ’s call to us – individually and collectively. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Epiphany 3 Worship Bulletin

John 1: 43-51|“Come and see! Come and look!” typically indicates something pretty amazing. When we invite others to see something, we’re either A) proud of something we’ve done or B) have something so incredible to share that we just can’t hold it in any longer. It is with that same urgency that Jesus disciples, and we ourselves, are invited to “come and see” on our walk of faith. But having “come and seen” the birth of Christ at Christmas, and his baptism last week, now what? Join us in worship as we consider how we are to respond to that which we have “come and seen” as people of faith. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Epiphany 2 Worship Bulletin

Mark 1:4-11, Genesis 1:1-5|In the past week, we have seen displays of power that have shocked, surprised, and scarred the nation. Though it might be easier to brush past it as “yet another sensationalized news story,” these events must make us stop, and think – not only as a country, but as people of faith. Now, having seen what power can do, what does it mean for us to ascribe power to our God? And, as followers of Jesus, how are we to respond as a part of our baptismal calling? Join us for worship as we reflect on the baptism of our Lord, and recall our Lord whose power only leads to life. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Baptism of Our Lord Worship Bulletin

Luke 2:22-40 | Not long after Jesus’ birth, his parents took him to be presented in the temple, according to Jewish custom. There, they met Simeon and Anna – two leaders of faith that would bless Jesus for his future ministry. As we gather on the Sunday after Christmas, join us for an interactive worship service. Together, we will offer our blessings to each other, confess our sin, receive forgiveness, discuss our Gospel passage in breakout rooms, and close in prayer petitions that are formed by those gathered for worship. Join us, as we continue the Christmas season. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Christmas 1 Worship Bulletin

Luke 2:1-20| It’s a story that many have heard before: the story of Christ’s birth. In all, it’s a pretty simple story. But when we lean in close, and take a look at this thing that has come to pass, even in the simplicity of this year’s Christmas celebrations, perhaps we will see something profound…indeed, something that might seem too perfect to be true. Join us as we kneel in adoration of our Lord and Savior, partake in the sacrament, and gather our light together. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Christmas Eve Worship Bulletin

Luke 1:26-55 | In one annunciation – one message from the divine – Mary’s world was completely changed. And yet, she accepted God’s call to her, trusting the work of her Lord within her, and trusting that God was leading her, and her people toward his promises. Though perhaps not like Mary, we likely have also experienced news that has changed the course of our lives – sometimes unexpectedly! Join us for worship as we consider our response to God’s call to us, and as we look toward the manger, where God’s promises will be given to us…causing the whole world to turn. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Advent 4 Worship Bulletin