Order of Worship for Sunday, January 7th 2024

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Prelude

Welcome

Call to Worship

Leader: The Magi waited and watched, knowing something wondrous would be happening.
People: We waited for the birth of Jesus; now something wondrous is about to take root.

Leader: The darkness that invaded all lives was banished by the light of that star.
People: The darkness what surrounds us is gone!

Leader: Let us celebrate the bright shining of God's love in our lives.
People: Let us become those who will bring the light of God's love to others. AMEN.

Opening Hymn

We Three Kings of Orient Are UMH 254

Prayer of Confession

Lord of living light, we hear the story of the Magi and tie it together with our warm Christmas celebration. It feels comfortable to us. Break those bonds of comfort and help us to realize the risk of witness and discipleship for those who follow your light. Shine brightly in us and through us. Forgive the blindness we so often offer to you. Give us vision of what you would have us be and do in the Light of Your Love. AMEN.

Words of Assurance

Light has come to you. Your light has come and it has erased the darkness. Now we can walk and work in the light. You are loved by God and called to God's service. AMEN.

Passing of the Peace

First Reading:

Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14

Second Reading:

Matthew 2:1-12

Sermon:

Epiphany of the Lord by Kristine Adams

Hymn of Response

Hail to the Lord’s Anointed UMH 203

Tithes and Offerings

Give Now

Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow UMH 95

Offertory Prayer

God of this day and all days! We can only imagine the darkness of the world into which you sent your son—a world that believed that salvation rested on our ability to follow the rules. Jesus came to bring light into that darkness and into our darkness. As we bring our tithes and offering to you this day, transform them into light for the hungry, for the hopeless, for the forgotten, and for the oppressed. We will share his light in us! In Christ, we pray. Amen.

Pastoral Prayer and Lord's Prayer

Closing Hymn

Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee UMH 89

Announcements

Benediction

Said Each Week as A Communal Prayer:
Send to us all the people who feel unwanted and unloved in other places, and if they can't come to us, send us to them.

Postlude

Featured Upcoming Events:

Lunch and Learn with Pastor Kevin

on 10/23/2024 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM

Join us for a weekly Bible study and lunch with Pastor Kevin on Wednesdays at 12:30pm. Bring your lunch and come ready to dive deeper into the Sunday morning scripture. This is a great opportunity to discuss and learn more about the word of God in a small group setting with the guidance of our pastor. See you there!

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Charge Conference

on 10/26/2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Charge Conference is the governing body of the church that directs the work of the church and gives general oversight to the church council, reviews and evaluates the mission and ministry of the church, sets salaries for the pastor and staff, elects the members of the church council, and recommends candidates for ordained ministry.

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Family Trunk or Treat

on 10/26/2024 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

This Free family-friendly Trunk or Treat is an activity for all children to safely trick or treat and receive.

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Fall Back Time Change

on 11/3/2024 from 2:00 AM to 2:01 AM

Just a friendly reminder that Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend.

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Next Steps

on 11/3/2024 from 11:15 AM to 11:45 AM

"Join us at 'Next Steps,' our recurring gathering where we explore the future of our church's ministry and your role within it. Discover how you can make a meaningful impact by plugging into our diverse ministries."

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Interfaith Prayer Vigil for the Election

on 11/3/2024 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

We invite our neighbors to join us for an Interfaith Prayer Vigil on the eve of the General Election. This service of prayer, readings, silence and light will offer those who join us with peaceful, prayerful space in the midst of an anxious election season, with language focused on the common thread of our desire for peace and justice across traditions. All are welcome to attend. There will be no political campaigning allowed in the building.

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The Next Two Weeks at Berwyn UMC:

Date: Time: Summary
Oct 22 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Troop 181 Meeting Learn More
Oct 23 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch and Learn with Pastor Kevin Learn More
Oct 23 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Steps to Freedom - Women's AA Meeting Learn More
Oct 26 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Charge Conference Learn More
Oct 26 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Family Trunk or Treat Learn More
Oct 27 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Every Topic Considered Small Group Learn More
Oct 27 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM Weekly Worship Learn More
Oct 28 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Monthly Food Distribution at Trinity House Learn More
Oct 29 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Food Pantry Distribution Hours: Learn More
Oct 29 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Troop 181 Meeting Learn More
Oct 30 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Steps to Freedom - Women's AA Meeting Learn More
Nov 03 2:00 AM - 2:01 AM Fall Back Time Change Learn More
Nov 03 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Every Topic Considered Small Group Learn More
Nov 03 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM Weekly Worship Learn More
Nov 03 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM Next Steps Learn More
Nov 03 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Interfaith Prayer Vigil for the Election Learn More
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