Christian Year

Observed Glory - Second Sunday of Epiphany - John 1

A service for the second Sunday of Epiphany based on John 1 and focusing on the incarnation of Jesus Christ who was the Word from the beginning.

June 1, 2004 | 8 min read
Looking Is Not for Us - Sixth Sunday of Easter or Ascension Day - Acts 1

A service for the sixth Sunday of the Easter season or Ascension day with the purpose of appropriately remembering this event in the exaltation of Christ.

June 1, 2004 | 7 min read

Holy Spirit from Heaven Descended: A Festival of Scripture and Song for Ascension and Pentecost - Romans 8

This service, based on Romans 8, would be especially appropriate for use anytime between Ascension and Pentecost, or as background material for any service based on a portion of Romans 8.

June 1, 2004 | 1 min read

The Lord Upon the Throne - Christ the King Sunday - Psalm 11

This worship service for Christ the King Sunday, based on Psalm 11, traces the major events in the life of Christ, from the beginning of his incarnation to his exaltation as King.

June 1, 2004 | 7 min read
The Transforming Power of Easter - Fourth Sunday of Easter - 2 Peter 1

A worship service for the fourth Sunday of the Easter season based on 2 Peter 1. This service explores the way our lives serve as a reflection of Christ's transforming power in a broken world.

June 1, 2004 | 8 min read

Worship Service: When God Breaks In: He Calls Us for Life - 1 Samuel 3

A service plan for Advent focused on how God "broke in" to call Samuel to a life of service and Samuel's response of readiness and willingness for committed Christian service. Part of an Advent series of anticipation focused on what happens when God breaks in to our lives.

November 1, 2003 | 6 min read
Worship Service: When God Breaks In: Conflict Breaks Out - Matthew 2, Revelation 12 (Sunday After Easter)

A service plan for Christmas bringing strong touch of realism into the celebration. Spiritual warfare goes along with Christmas. Evil is determined to destroy the work of Christ. The final service in an Advent series of anticipation focused on what happens when God breaks in to our lives.

November 1, 2003 | 6 min read
Worship Service: When God Breaks In: We See Glory - Luke 2, John 1 (Christmas Eve, Day)

A service plan for Christmas focused not merely on Mary and Joseph, or even on the miracle of Christ's birth, but on the glory of God that is revealed. Part of an Advent series of anticipation focused on what happens when God breaks in to our lives.

November 1, 2003 | 8 min read