How do we live out our baptism promises? We strive to live among God’s people in peace, care for creation and others by showing them God’s love and forgiveness, and giving everyone dignity. In baptism, we are called beloved. We are all beloved children of God through Jesus’ baptism.
Accompanying Scripture:
Isaiah 42:1-9, Psalm 29, Matthew 3:13-17
The story of Epiphany unveils God’s presence in unexpected places and people and courage. Today we celebrate the fullness of the Christmas story and the faith and trust of so many people to make it happen. We will also celebrate our pledged financial gifts for 2026 and give thanks for the ways God’s love moves us into new ventures.
Accompanying Scripture:
Isaiah 60:1-16, Matthew 1:18-25
The Christmas story beckons us to remember how all life begins- small, vulnerable, and yet undeniably sacred. Mary’s yes to God transforms the word. The shepherds, outcasts of their society, are the first to hear the good news. Isaiah’s promise of light breaking into darkness find fulfillment not in the empire’s grandeur but in a manager among the weary, the displaced and the faithful. Love has come to dwell among us and for that all we can say is Amen!
Accompanying Scripture:
Isaiah 9:2-7, Psalm 96, John 2:1-20
Joy in the context of Advent is not escapism, pleasantry or emotional detachment. It is prophetic defiance. This week we hear the story of Elizabeth and Mary proclaim joy not as avoidance of pain but as the response of a people who know God dwells with the lowly. This Sunday, we celebrate the important joy of this season in this time and place through the storytelling and singing by Sunday School program, “The Colors of Christmas.” You can hear the children’s program below!
On this second Sunday of advent we met another dreamer, John the Baptist. In John’s vision, peace is when everything is set right—where people are treated fairly, everyone has enough, creation is cared for, and no one needs to be afraid. This week we are invited to boldly imagine peace and remember that preparing for Jesus also means working toward a more fair, loving world.
Accompanying Scripture:
Isaiah 11:1-10, Matthew 3:1-12
This week we begin Advent, the first season in the church year. We remember in Advent that God’s love came close to us in Jesus and we look forward with hope to the ways God is still at work in our world. Hope is not just wishing for something but believing and acting as if a better world is possible. Join us in worship as we explore vigilant hope through the Prophet Isaiah.
Accompanying Scripture:
Isaiah 2:1-5, Psalm 122, Matthew 24:36-44
In our anxiety we want Jesus to be our magical savior. Instead of one who fixes everything in an instant, Jesus is the King who walks beside us through the ups and downs. The reign of Christ invites us to lives of service—and again and again as we care for the needs of others we discover the face of Jesus himself in the lost, the last, and the least.
Accompanying Scripture:
Jeremiah 23:1-6, Luke 1:68-79, Luke 23:32-43
The world is ending and yet our texts remind us today not to lose hope. God promises to be right here in the midst of the mess-the messes we make, the messes that find us and the messes beyond our control.
Accompanying Scripture:
Malachi 4:1-2, Isaiah 12:2-6, Luke 21:5-19
When life throws a curveball and one ends up in the hospital, religion often becomes an important aspect of the hospital stay. Comfort your hearts with God and with Jesus. Spiritual care is important at all times, but it is often incredibly needed for patients receiving medical treatment, as well as for their families and loved ones.
Accompanying Scripture:
Psalm 98, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17, Luke 20:27-38
In holy baptism God makes saints out of sinners. In holy communion God forgives the sins of all the saints. In worship today we give thanks for all the saints “who from their labors rest.” In the same breath we petition our God for the strength to hear and lean into the wholeness of the beatitudes in today’s gospel. Sealed by the Spirit and sustained by Christ, we live with joy and grief as God’s people.
Accompanying Scripture:
Psalm 149, Ephesians 1:11-23, Luke 6:20-31
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