Claybanks United Methodist Church
Sunday, January 9, 2022
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Baptism of The Lord
*Indicates to stand as you are able
Welcome and Announcements
*Praise Song
”Spirit Song”…..……….……….UMH 347
Prelude
*Processional
In this place, among these people
God is worshipped, God is praised
We have seen the signs and wonders;
The lost are found, the dead are raised.
We are living the Gospel story;
lives are changed, and mountains moved.
Won’t you come and work among us?
You are welcomed, you are loved.
*Call to Worship
Leader: Sing praises to the Lord. Sing of God’s glory and strength.
All: God calls us over the waters and strengthens us for the journey.
Leader: Sing praises to Christ. Sing of Christ’s healing and love.
All: The waters of our baptism cleanse us, renewing our spirits and nursing our wounds.
Leader: Sing praises to the Spirit. Sing of the Spirit comfort and hope.
All: The flames of the Spirit are like a refiner’s fire, purifying the soul to the glory of God.
*Gloria Patri……………………..UMH 70
* Opening Prayer
*Hymn
”We Three Kings”………………………..UMH 254
Prayers of the People – Joys and Concerns
Children’s Time – After prayers, sing the children out to “Jesus Loves Me.” Children under five are welcome to remain in worship or go to the nursery.
The Offering of Our Gifts and Ourselves
*Doxology………………………….….….UMH 95
*Prayer of Dedication
*Hymn
”This Is the Spirit’s Entry Now”…………..UMH 608
Sharing of the Word
Old Testament Reading
Psalm 29……..…..….Page 438
Gospel Reading
Luke 3:15-22…………….…Page 834
Message by Pastor Gary Peterson
“We Please God When We Baptize”
Words of Assurance
The Great Thanksgiving
Prayer
*Hymn
”Wonderful Words of Life”……….…UMH 600
Benediction
Postlude – Please be seated
Nursery – Doris Graham
Pianist – Suzanne Bellrichard
Liturgist – Art Grumm
Ministers – All People As We Live The Good New
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