Welcome

Long ago, wise travelers followed a star in search of the promised Savior — and their journey led them to joy. Whatever brought you here today, we’re glad you came! May you find God’s presence and guidance shining brightly in your life.

Preparation for Worship

Faithful God, you have been our help in the past and our strength for today. Teach us to trust your goodness and follow your ways in every season of life.

Prayer Ventures

The presence of Jesus Christ among us — God’s love expressed in human form — makes the unimagined real. Praise God for the amazing gift of salvation and the freedom to live in this world as children of God who follow Christ!

Stewardship of your whole life

Matthew 3:16-17 – And when Jesus had been baptized, just as he came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, “This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.”

Listen! Can you hear the whispering voice of God saying, “You are my child, my beloved, with whom I am well pleased”? Yes, in baptism you have been named and claimed as God’s own child. Steward this gift as you grow in faith and action in 2026.

First Sunday after Epiphany

In the waters of the Jordan, Jesus is revealed as the beloved Son of God. Through this great epiphany, Jesus fulfills all righteousness and becomes the servant of God who will bring forth justice and be a light to the nations. In the waters of baptism we too are washed by the Word, anointed by the Spirit, and named God’s beloved children. Our baptismal mission is to proclaim good news to all who are oppressed or in need of God’s healing.

A Quote From Fr. Richard Rohr

You are created in the image of God from the very beginning. This is the basis for God’s justice: Since everyone is made in the image of God, then we need to recognize, honor, and respect the image of God in everyone.
No exceptions.