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call to worship – based on Psalm 62

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submitted by Michael Morgan, organist, Central Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, Georgia; seminary musician, Columbia Theological Seminary; and author of the Psalter for Christian Worship

One: For God alone our souls wait in silence, for our hope is from God.
All: God alone is our rock and our salvation; we will not be shaken.
One: Our God sends deliverance and honor.
All: Like a mighty rock, God is our refuge.
One: Trust in God always, for God is power and grace.
All: Steadfast love belongs to you, O Lord.
One: Brothers and sisters, praise the Lord!
All: The Lord’s name be praised!

Sunday’s Coming: working toward January 22

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Hello, worshipping friends! How are you this week? Are you weathering the storms, enjoying (or enduring) the snow, plotting a vacation? Whatever you’re doing, we hope you’re also looking forward to Sunday! We’re ready to create something new–are you?

Maybe this week you’re thinking that Paul’s admonition that time is short may not have been about history, but about something else. Or maybe it is–is time short? What does that look like in liturgy?

Maybe you’re pondering good ol’ Jonah and his experience–foreign to many preachers, heehee!–of giving a message and having people do exactly what he says!

Maybe you’re wondering if there’s a creative way to approach the call of the disciples. After all, we’re all called, but we also hear these stories all the time. What ways might we use liturgy and music to let this story speak to us in this time and place in a powerful way?

Maybe you’re praying with the psalmist, being reminded that God alone is the source of our life and faith.

Maybe you’re participating in the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity this Sunday (or another day during the week). We know about the resources over at textweek, but what else do you wish you had for a Christian Unity theme? What new things can we unite to write together?

Whatever your direction, join us here to create together!

dedication: you know…

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Submitted by Rev. Martha Spong, North Yarmouth Congregational Church, North Yarmouth Maine.

 

O God, you know the condition of our bank accounts as well as you know the condition of our minds and hearts. We can’t hide anything from you. Receive our gifts and use them for your good purposes in the world. Guide us to be your servants; may we listen when you speak! Amen.

illumination: hoping from the inside out

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Submitted by Rev. Martha Spong, pastor at North Yarmouth Congregational Church, North Yarmouth Maine.

 

Holy One, you have formed us, from the inside out, knitting us together before anyone could see us. We praise you with wonder at the intricacy of human beings, the complexity of body, mind and soul. You have hopes for each of us. Help us to listen for your hopes today, we ask in the name of Jesus.

The rest of the service

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Good morning, worship planners!

This week’s texts seemed to inspire a lot of you. We have loved the original liturgy that has been shared, and hope you all will keep adding more for future weeks!

The bulletin is finally ready for editing, but there is still more to do, of course.

What part of worship do you save for the last minute? The children’s sermon? The prayers of the people? Do you try to change your invitation to offering each Sunday based on the texts and themes?

What liturgy are you working on today (or tomorrow… Or Sunday morning)? This is a space to brainstorm ideas, ask questions, & get feedback.

And if you write something you want to share to help and inspire other folks, we would love it too!