January 19 - 9 AM Connect Service
9 a.m. Connect Worship Service
Second Sunday After Epiphany
Rev. Robert Galloway
Gathering and Welcome - Kevin Clark
1st Gathering Song: “Come, Now Is the Time to Worship” - FPC Praise Band
2nd Gathering Song: “Open the Eyes of My Heart” - FPC Praise Band
Welcome - Rev. Robert Galloway
Call to Worship - Robert Galloway
We come to this place seeking the Lord, Our God.
God is here among us.
God speaks, and we are invited to listen.
God calls, and we are invited to follow.
We lift our voices in praise and thanksgiving.
We rejoice in the name of the Lord, for God love is mighty and steadfast.
Call to Confession - Gretchen Letterman
Prayer of Confession (unison) - Gretchen Letterman
Merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart, mind and strength. We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. In your mercy forgive what we have been, help us amend what we are, and direct what we shall be, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name.
Assurance of Pardon - Gretchen Letterman
…Friends, believe the Good News, In Jesus Christ we are forgiven.
Passing the Peace - Gretchen Letterman
…The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you.
Response: “Doxology (Amen)” - FPC Praise Band
Friendship Pad announcement - Robert Galloway
Moment for All Ages - Robert Galloway
Worship Song: “Lord, I Need You” - FPC Praise Band
Invitation to Offering - Don Doddridge
…Please join me in a unison Prayer of Dedication:
Gracious and loving God, we bring these gifts to you, offerings of our gratitude and trust. Use them to further your work of compassion and justice in the world. Bless what we have given, and bless the hearts that give. May our time, talents, and treasures reflect your abundant love. Shape us to be faithful stewards of all you have entrusted to us. Let these gifts be a sign of our commitment to follow you, serving with joy, humility, and purpose. In the name of Jesus Christ, who gave everything for us, we pray. Amen.
Offertory Song: “Goodness of God” - FPC Praise Band
Prayer for Illumination - Don Doddridge
First Scripture Reading: Exodus 3:1-15 - Don Doddridge
Sermon Scripture: Matthew 4:18-25 - Robert Galloway
The word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
Sermon: “Called Together” - Robert Galloway
Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer - Robert Galloway
Announcements (for complete list, please see below) - Robert Galloway
Final Worship Song: “Glorious Day” - FPC Praise Band
Benediction - Robert Galloway
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Announcements:
Today, January 19
A Stephen Minister is available at the close of this service
Monday, January 20
Church Office closed for MLK Jr. Day
Tuesday, January 21
Ladies’ Bible Study, 9 a.m., Youth Center
Wednesday, January 22
Praise Band Rehearsal, 7 p.m., Youth Center
Thursday, January 23
Chancel Choir Rehearsal, 7 p.m., Choir Room
Friday, January 24
Men's Bible Study, 8 a.m., Room N-123
Men's Lunch Bible Study, 12 p.m., via Zoom
Sunday, January 26
Childcare available 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Pickups, Room S-203
Connect Service, 9 a.m., Youth Center
Power Hour class, 10 a.m., Church Office Conference Room
Children’s Sunday School, (Pre-K-5th), 10 a.m., Room S-202
Faith Journey class, 9:45 a.m., Chapel
“Next” Adult class, 10 a.m., Room N-123
Upcoming Events:
Monday, January 27, Stated Session Meeting, 7 p.m.
Sunday, February 2, Afro Opera LLC concert, 4 p.m., Sanctuary
Monday, February 3, Faith & Fiction, 4 p.m., Room N-123
Friday, February 7, Arts Connection Gallery Opening Reception for Nature the Beautiful in Alcohol Ink by local artist Pat Chase, Chapel
Tuesday, February 11, Senior Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Fellowship Hall (please RSVP to the Church Office)