This Sunday we continue the season of Epiphany. Last week we focused on the journey of the Magi to honor the Christ Child. Throughout the coming weeks we will explore stories where God’s presence becomes visible in surprising ways. Not moments of explanation, but moments of disruption, invitation and change. We hope you’ll join us.
If you want to know more about what to expect during Sunday’s worship service, you can download the bulletin or visit the This Sunday at GPUMC page on our web site every week.
Our in-person worship service in the sanctuary and the livestream begins at 9:30 am Sunday.
You are always welcome at this church!
Order of Worship for Sunday, Jan. 11
Minister: Rev. David Eardley
Liturgist: Leslie Rutland-Tipton
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| Chimes Hymn | “When Jesus Came to Jordan” | UMH 252 |
| Welcome | Leslie Rutland-Tipton | |
| Call to Worship | Psalm 29 (UMH 761) | |
| Organ Voluntary | “Down to the River to Pray” American traditional song, arr. Mark Hayes | Douglas Dykstra |
| Greeting & Lord’s Prayer | Rev. David Eardley | |
| Hymn | “O, For a Thousand Tongues to Sing” (v. 1-5) | UMH 57 |
| Scripture Reading | Acts 10: 34-43 (NT p. 121) | Leslie Rutland-Tipton |
| Chancel Chat | Emily Bianchi | |
| Offeratory Invitation | ||
| Offeratory | “Come and Adore Him” by Joel Raney | Chancel Choir Directed by Giustino Carrano |
| Doxology | UMH 95 | |
| Prayer of Dedication | ||
| Hymn | “I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry” | TFWS 2051 |
| Scripture Reading | Matthew 3: 13-17 (NT. p 3) | Leslie Rutland-Tipton |
| Message | “When Jesus Was Baptized” | Rev. David Eardley |
| Reaafirmation of the Baptismal Covenant | UMH 50 | |
| Hymn | “Spirit Song” | UMH 347 |
| Ministry Opportunities | ||
| Benediction | Rev. David Eardley | |
| Musical Meditation | “Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart” (UMH 500), arr. Lloyd Larson | Douglas Dykstra |