Bethel Church Service
1st Sunday After Epiphany
January 12, 2025
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Gathering
Opening
Prelude: "Sing Alleluia to the Lord"
Welcome and Announcements...
Greetings from Flight 2025...
...a suggestion...and an opportunity
We have 2 Liturgists today...Flyer for March 15...dinner after the service
Janie speaks of investment committee meeting Saturday...
...and pastor Ralph speaks of the importance of bequests
Speaking of problem with overhead lights
Birthdays and Anniversaries
Introduction and Hymn: "How Majestic is Your Name"
Call to Worship
Call to Worship...
......Apostle's Creed......and......Gloria Patria
Youth Message
Youth Message: "Prepare the Way"
Offertory
Giving Thanks......and singing the DoxologyOld Testament Scripture
Welcome to Lay Participation
Linda Cisne reads the scripture: Psalm 29
Discussion about different translations of the Bible...
Linda says she's using "Dave's Bible"...a gift from Travis...being like "Mom"...
Jo Ann comments about rewriting the BibleJoys, Praises and Concerns
Prayer Concerns...
...for those affected by fires in L.A...Nashville...Hawaii....
...Sandra remarks on unsympathetic comments on social networks...
...Judy and pastor remark on passing of John Rogers...
...Mark remarks about prayer circles seen online...
...Linda asks for continued prayers for her brother and nephew...
...and friend with cancer diagnosis...
...Travis asks for prayers for physical problems he's experiencing...
...also Donnie White having surgery...and Cheryl Ison moving...
....also Linda's great niece recovering from auto accident.
Pastoral Prayer
Healing Prayer for those who come forwardSpecial Music
Introduction
Judy and Travis sing: "Just a Closer Walk with Thee"
The Message
Message Scripture: Luke 3:15-17,21-22
Message: "It's Time to Light the Fire!"
Closing
Hymn: "All Hail King Jesus"
Gather in the center aisle...
...for the closing chorus: "Bind Us Together...
....the benediction...
...and blessing for the dinner
Fellowship Dinner
18 here for the service today
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