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Worship: Power to Bring Life

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

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Worship: We will not be silent

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

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Worship: A Star in the Night

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

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Worship: The World is about to Turn

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

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Worship: Let Ev’ry Heart, Prepare Him Room

John 1:6-8, 19-28 | As John pointed the way to the coming Light – Jesus Christ, it’s clear the Pharisees and priests didn’t quite get it. Standing right in thier midst was the one who would deliver them, but they missed it because they were distracted, and focused on the wrong questions…and the wrong guy. Today, as we prepare for the coming of Christ, now we are challenged to consider what distractions hinder us from living in the joy of the Lord. Our God, Emmanuel, is coming to us; and indeed, our God has come to us. But have we cleared the way, and made room for him to come and dwell? Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Advent 3 Worship Bulletin

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Worship: Comfort, O Comfort, My People

Isaiah 40:1-11 | Even amidst uncertainty, the Israelites were given a message of comfort and hope by the prophet Isaiah. Still today, our God offers us the same message of comfort and hope and invites us to join with Him in preparing the way for his coming among us. Join us for worship as we offer our praise for God’s continued faithfulness and go forth as agents of God’s kingdom. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Advent 2 Worship Bulletin

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Worship: Awake to the God IN Us

Mark 13:24-37 | Though seemingly odd to hear from Jesus just prior to his death as we begin the season of Advent, our Gospel for this week points to Jesus’ plea for the disciples to “keep awake,” lest they miss the work of God among them. But what about us? Have we always stayed awake to God at work among us? And what about God at work IN us? Join us for worship as we begin the season of Advent and consider our call, as people who dream, to keep awake. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Advent 1 Worship Bulletin

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Worship: November 22

Matthew 25:31-46 | “Jesus is Lord.” It’s a statement of faith that many have likely heard before. But what would it be like, for all of us, to live as though this central claim was really true? How might it change our lives and our world? Join us as we proclaim the truth that Jesus Christ is Lord and King, and as we are sent to embody his kingdom in the world. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Christ the King Worship Bulletin

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Worship: November 15

Matthew 25:14-30 | Especially at a time such as this, it may be easy to live in fear. But even in our fear, our Lord seeks us out and frees us to live as children of his grace. But now that we’ve been freed from fear, how are we to live? Join us as we explore our call to live as children of the light as we await the fulfillment of God’s kingdom on earth. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Pentecost 24 Worship Bulletin

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Worship: November 8

Amos 5:18-24 | Faith and life. We “know” that the two are supposed to coexist together. But often, within our society, the two easily become separated. So then, how are we to live as worshippers of Jesus Christ in the world today? Join us as we are filled with the grace of Christ, fueling us for the journey ahead, and as we consider what it means to let our lights shine as a bold and public witness to God’s justice and truth. Music and liturgy used within worship covered under CCLI License #1141706.

Pentecost 23 Worship Bulletin