“As we begin this new year together, one of the best things we can do is to go out in hope and with a spirit of gift-giving … of being loving and gracious to those we know and those we don’t know.”
Matthew 2: 1-23
Rev. Jesse Larson
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
Three kings: Ron Carlson, Paul Douglas, Tom Uhrhammer
Star-bearer: Alexander Medina
THREE KINGS DAY (EPIPHANY)
New starts for a new year,
Luke 3:15-22
Rev. Jesse Larson
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
FIRST SUNDAY OF THE YEAR
“The alphabet of Christmas.”
Colossians 3:12-17
Rev. Jesse Larson
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
CHRISTMASTIDE
“Tte good news of Jesus Christ, proclaimed to us in the form of a baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, should continue to give us great joy for all people. Our true joy is that unto us, a saviors has been born.”
Luke 2: 8-18
Rev. Jesse Larson
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
Guest musician: Sherry McHurd Hanson, viola
Advent wreath lighters: Jiim Carter & Barbara Greene
Anthem: Bethany Chancel Choir
FOURTH SUNDAY IN ADVENT
“In baptism we are given a whole new identity: as a family member in the household of God. Here we are today, continuing in this tradition that began over 2,000 years ago. We hold fast to the promise that love conquers hate.”
Philippians 1: 3-11
Rev. Jesse Larson
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
Guest musician: John Doolittle, saxophone
Liturgical dancer: Vickie McNamee Owens
Advent wreath lighters: Cherie Upchurch, Janice & Paul Douglas
Worship assistant: Barbara Greene
Children baptized: Steven Bertsch, Alexander Medina, Jaxon Medina
THIRD SUNDAY IN ADVENT
“However you are feeling now, take it one day at a time. In the anguish of these long, dark nights, may the spirit comfort you, reminding you of all that Christ said: promises of eternal life … of life everlasting … of all all tears wiped away. All shall be well.”
Psalms 22:1-5 and John 14: 26-27.
Rev. Jesse Larson & Rev. Janice Kamikawa
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
Vocal soloist and song leader: Barbara Greene
”BLUE CHRISTMAS”
“As Christians we proclaim that all are worthy of God’s love and salvation. Mary’s song reminds us that God is committed to those who need hope the most. Open your hearts; be not afraid to welcome the savior who turned the world upside down.”
Luke 1:39-56
Rev. Jesse Larson
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
Song leaders: Barbara Greene & Kathy Frank
Soloist: Barbara Greene
Advent wreath lighters: The Ogata-Medina-Sapunor family
SECOND SUNDAY IN ADVENT
“In Advent we celebrate Christ being born into the world, and we also celebrate the promise of His return.”
Luke 21:25-36
Rev. Jesse Larson
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
Song team: Sylvia Alamillo, Kathy Frank and Barbara Greene
Liturgist: Mary Harbison
FIRST SUNDAY IN ADVENT
“We’re called to be a part of the solution … we are called to be part of this transformative endeavor.”
Luke 9: 10-17
Rev. Jesse Larson
Liturgist: Elder Jackie Sneed
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
Hebrews 12: 1-2
Rev. Jesse Larson
Liturgist: Rev. Judy Davis
Moment for Mission: Candace Keefauver
Bells: Barbara Greene
Song leaders: Peter Baird & Barbara Greene
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
ALL SAINTS DAY
“Today we celebrate the great reforms of our tradition, and yet our work is far from complete. The world desperately needs love and justice as much as it ever has.”
Romans 12: 1-21
Rev. Jesse Larson
Liturgist: Mary Harbison
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
Guest musician: Neil Henderson, bagpipes
REFORMATION SUNDAY
“Multiple encounters with Jesus help lead to clarity in our lives.”
Mark 8:22-26
Rev. Jesse Larson
Natalya Amelchenko, Piano
Matthew: 5: 38-45 and 2 Kings 5:1-19
Sermon: “The Great Expedition”
Rev. Judy Davis
Natalya Amelchenko, Piano
James 5:13-16
Rev. Jesse Larson
Song Leader: Peter Baird
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
SERVICE OF HEALING & PRAYER
Celebrating all of God’s wonderful creations, especially our beloved pets
Matthew 11: 28-30
Rev. Jesse Larson
BLESSING OF THE PETS
Celebrating unity and diversity among Christians across the world
Hebrews 2: 5-12
Rev. Jesse Larson
Pianist: Natalya Amelchenko
WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
