Third Sunday after the Epiphany
January 22, 2023
Prelude
Welcome & Announcements
Call to Worship
One: “As we come together to worship God, we remember
All: the people who sat in darkness have seen a great light,
One: and for those who sat in the shadow of death, light has dawned.”
All: “In the light, our joy is increased!
One: The weight of our burdens is relieved,
All: and we offer thanks to the Lord, our God!”
Opening Prayer — O God, our light and our salvation, shelter us in your love. O God, our stronghold, protect us from danger. We come with shouts of joy to worship you this day. We come with song and music to celebrate your love. We come with longing to seek your presence. Be with us now, O Godt, as we sing your praises. Amen.
Hymn UMH #545 — The Church’s One Foundation
Children’s Message
First Reading — 1st Corinthians 1:10-18
Hymn UMH #529— How Firm a Foundation vss. 1,3,5
Second Reading — Matthew 4:18-23
Message — “You’re Invited” (Rev. Jason Elmore)
Prayer of Confession UMH #890
Offertory / Doxology UMH #95
Pastoral Prayer / Lord’s Prayer
Hymn #2129 (fws) — I Have Decided to Follow Jesus
Benediction
Postlude