Third Sunday after the Epiphany
Psalm 27:1, 4-9, Isaiah 9:1-4, Matthew 4:12-23, 1 Corinthians 1:10-17
Bulletin Aid
by B. David Hostetter

READINGS
Psalter--Psalms 27:1, 4-9
First Lesson--The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. Isaiah 9:1-4
Second Lesson--Allegiance to church leaders other than the Crucified and Risen One disjoints the body of Christ. 1 Corinthians 1:10-18
Gospel--Jesus begins his public ministry in enlightening preaching and calling disciples. Matthew 4:12-23

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Be constant in God's house all the days of your life.
People: Gaze upon the beauty of the Eternal One and seek the Eternal in God's temple.

INVOCATION
We have sought your face, O God, and found it revealed in the face of Jesus Christ. In the communion of the Holy Spirit, let us know you more intimately in our worship not on…

Abingdon Press, Prayers for the Seasons of Gods People: Worship Aids for the Revised Common Lectionary, Year A, by B. David Hostetter