Epiphany Theme 2012

“Called to New Beginnings” speaks directly to the place where we find ourselves as a congregation, in 2012. Can God count on us? Can we count on each other to share the sacrifice?
How will God call us to shape and offer ministry as a family?
Who, among us, will sense God’s personal nudge to offer leadership? This is the very moment when we need to be thinking and dreaming. This year we will be facing some of the most challenging economic times we have encountered as a faith family. It is increasingly apparent that the entire
non-profit community will need to re-design its way of envisioning and delivering programs and services.

This January, we will be engaging in a conversation about our future and God’s mission.


FEBRUARY 5, 2012 – FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY
Installation of all Church Officers, Board and Committee Members,
and Ordination of Deacons
Communion Meditation: “Sustaining Ministry”
Focus Scriptures: Isaiah 40: 21-31 & Mark 1: 29-39
Theme: “Proclaiming the Gospel, becoming healers in our time”
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FEBRUARY 12, 2012 – SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY
Epiphany Musical
“The Lost Boy”
Focus Scripture: Luke 2: 39-52
Our Children and Youth will present the Biblical story in music and drama.
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FEBRUARY 19, 2012 – LAST SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY
Boy Scouts from our Troop 5 will assist with the worship service.
Sermon: “Passing the Mantle”
Focus Scriptures: 2 Kings 2: 1-12 & Mark 9: 2-9
Theme: “Each generation will inherit the mantle of leadership”
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FEBRUARY 21, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. – SHROVE TUESDAY
Pancake Supper & Fellowship in Congregational Hall.
Good food, pancake races, conversation & laughter.
All are welcome.
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FEBRUARY 22, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. – ASH WEDNESDAY
A Service of Reconciliation and Healing
Sermon: “Spiritual Renewal”
Focus Scriptures: Joel 2: 1-2, 12-17 & Matthew 6: 1-6, 16-21
We will share the Lord’s Supper & the ancient rite of “Anointing with Oil.”
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FEBRUARY 26, 2012 – FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT
The “Hot Cat Jazz” Ensemble will enliven our worship experience.
Sermon: “Teach Me Your Paths”
Focus Scriptures: Psalm 25: 1-10 & Mark 1: 9-15
Theme: “To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul, in you I trust”
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