UMH – United Methodist Hymnal
FWS – The Faith We Sing Hymnal
Prelude
Welcome
Sharing the Peace of Christ
Hymn Gloria Patri (UMH 71)
Call to Worship
Leader: Come, let us gather to worship the God who never ceases to give.
People: The light of Christmas still shines in our hearts.
Leader: Though the day has passed, the promise remains.
People: Christ is with us — yesterday, today, and always.
Leader: Let us begin this new year in faith and thanksgiving.
All: We rejoice in the everlasting love of our God! Amen.
Hymn Joy to the World (UMH 246)
Scripture James 1:1-6
Leader: The word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God.
Children’s Message
Hymn What Child Is This? (UMH 219)
Message Doubtful
Hymn Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (UMH 89)
Giving Our Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
Doxology (UMH 94)
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Faithful God, every good thing comes from you. As we bring our gifts today, we do so with grateful hearts for the year behind and hopeful hearts for the year ahead. May these offerings be used to build your kingdom and to share the continuing story of your love. Amen.
Prayers of the People
The Lord’s Prayer (UMH 895)
Hymn Let There Be Peace on Earth (UMH 431)
Benediction
Postlude
