Our Series After Epiphany

GLORY REVEALED: Epiphany is a celebration of the light that was revealed to the world. That joyous recognition reminds us of the gift that incarnation made known to us and to all of creation. So, the question of Ordinary time, or the season that follows Epiphany, is so what? What does that light do for us and to us and what do we do because that light has been revealed to us? We invite congregations to embrace the gift of light that is Jesus the Christ, and to do an attitude check as we stand in the promise of glory revealed.

Adapted from Discipleship Ministries, UMC

  • Scripture: Matthew 13:13-17

    This Sunday we celebrate Baptism of Our Lord, centering worship on the connection between Jesus’ baptism and our own baptismal identity as the Body of Christ. Baptism is not only about cleansing, but about being claimed and welcomed into community with God and one another. Through water, word, and worship, we remember who we are – and whose we are.

  • Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-7

    As the season after Epiphany continues, we explore how God’s glory is revealed not only in Christ, but through us. Drawing from Isaiah 49, this Sunday invites us to consider what it means to live our faith in everyday moments, becoming a light shaped by God’s work in the world. Even amid weariness and brokenness, we remember that God is the source of the light we are called to share

  • Scripture: Psalm 27:1, 4-9

    Carrying God’s light into the world is not as easy as it sounds. Psalm 27 reminds us that while light does not erase fear, it shows us how to live without being ruled by it. As we gather, we discover joy, refuge, and courage in God’s presence—learning together how to carry the light with love and trust.

  • Scripture: Micah 6: 1-8

    What does God really require of us? Drawing from Micah 6:1-8, this Sunday explores worship not as performance, but as formation – shaping how we live with God, neighbor, and creation beyond the sanctuary walls. We are invited to reflect on whether our worship bears fruit through justice, kindness, and humble faithfulness.

  • Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12

    Isaiah 58 calls us beyond reflection into faithful action. This Sunday we explore confession not as shame, but as honest truth-telling that opens us to God’s renewing grace and guidance. As we approach Lent, worship invites us into practices that move faith from words to lived compassion for our neighbors.