January 2 Worship Service Bulletin
First Presbyterian Church – St. Petersburg, FL
Order of Worship - January 2, 2022 – 10 a.m.
Epiphany Sunday / Lord’s Supper
Rev. Megan McMillan
Prelude: Partita on “In dulci jubilo” (hymn 132), James Vivian (b. 1974) - Performed by Jack Rain, organ
Welcome and Announcements - Rev. Megan McMillan
Call to Worship - Megan McMillan
Come to worship, people of God
We come ready to be embraced by God’s love and grace; We come open to the Spirit moving among us
Come to worship, people of God
We come ready to embody God’s love and grace; We come open to being Christ’s hands and feet
Let us worship God!
Hymn # 152: “What Star is This?” PUER NOBIS NASCITUR
Call to Reconciliation - Susan Schlecht
As we enter this new year, let us pause to confess our old ways of sin and embrace each new opportunity Christ presents us. Let us confess our sins before God and one another.
Unison Prayer of Forgiveness - Susan Schlecht
God of goodness and guidance, in Christ you sent us light to live by, yet we seek shadows in which to hide. In him, you promise new life, but we prefer with old habits, nursing grievances and clinging to familiar opinions. You are generous with your love, but we reject neighbors and fear strangers who differ from us. Remake us in the image of your Son with your mercy, and teach us how to follow him in the year ahead. Silence is kept. Amen.
Assurance of Forgiveness - Susan Schlecht
Grace, mercy, and love— these are the gifts God has given us in Jesus Christ. Friends, hear the good news! In Jesus Christ we are forgiven, freed and made whole. Thanks be to God!
Passing of the Peace
Response Hymn 583 – Glory to God (2 times)
Moment for All Ages - Megan McMillan
Prayer for Illumination - Susan Schlecht
Meet us in this moment of proclamation, God. Enliven us with your Spirit. Motivate us with your Word. Remind us of your commands. Challenge us to live in your way. Hold us accountable to do more than sing and pray. Amen.
First Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6 - Susan Schlecht
Praise Song: “Silent Night” - FPC Praise Band Video
Sermon Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12 - Megan McMillan
Sermon: “Guiding Light” - Megan McMillan
Praise Song: “The First Nowell” - FPC Praise Band Video
Presentation of our Gifts – Invitation and Prayer - Susan Schlecht
Offertory Solo: “Sweet Little Jesus Boy,” Robert MacGimsey - Performed by Chelsea Gentner, soprano
Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH
Lord’s Supper & Lord’s Prayer - Megan McMillan
Unison Prayer after Communion
Loving and gracious God, from east and west, from north and south, you have gathered us at your table, called us your beloved, and fed us with your body. Transform us to be your body in the world, and fortify us by your Spirit, so that we may serve you and our neighbors with great joy. Amen.
Recessional Hymn #151: “We Three Kings of Orient Are” KINGS OF ORIENT
Charge & Benediction - Megan McMillan
Postlude: “In dulci jubilo” BWV 729 (hymn 132), J. S. Bach (1685–1750) - Performed by Jack Rain, organ