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Many days after Jesus’ birth, a group of Magi arrived. These Magi were wise men of their people. Likely high class because of the privilege they had to spend their days learning. Their learning seemed to included astrology, numerology, and religion. They were from the east, beyond Israel; likely Arabians.…

Let us pray…Gracious and loving God, as we move further away from your Son’s birth, help us in this day to remember the glow, the excitement, and the joy that came from celebrating his birth. As we come before you today in this time of reflection, open our hearts, minds, and spirits to your still speaking…

Let us pray…Gracious and Loving God, as we come before you this day, our hearts are full of love for you and the life of your Son, our minds are full of the things that we need to do yet today and in this coming week, and our eyes cannot escape all that flashes before them as we scan the TV, computer,…

Let us pray…Gracious and loving God, as we come before you today, we pray for hearts focused on you, for ears trained to your still speaking voice, and eyes to see clearly the path you have laid before us, Amen. The Invitation I know in the last year this does not or has not happened much but think back…

Life Changing Moments first day of school joining a sports team, or arts group turning 10, 13, or turning 16 - Drivers license! turning 18, - you’re now an adult!?! graduations first job first career job marriage loss of a job birth of a child birth of a grand child death of a parent retirement major…

Scripture Reading 1 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of King Herod, wise men from the east arrived unexpectedly in Jerusalem, 2 saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” 3 When King Herod heard this, he…

If Magi were so despised by the culture and condemned by the Scripture, why did Matthew place them at the presence of Christ, God’s Son? In fact, this is not the only scandalous story he told. Let's look at the provocative message of Matthew's Magi story.

Jesus Christ was Called to His Mission This morning, we are going to jump right into this passage, just as Jesus jumped right into teaching when he reached the area surrounding the Sea of Galilee, and in particular, his home town of Nazareth. I just want to give you a couple historical/contextual facts…

Epiphany Sunday Service

“Wisdom in the Stars” by Rev. Emily Haddox at Bath Presbyterian Church on January 7th, 2024.

1 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him.” 3 When King Herod heard this he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem…

Collect for the Epiphany of Our Lord Almighty God, whose blessed Son didst fulfill the covenant of circumcision for our sake, and was given the Name that is above every name: Grant us grace faithfully to bear his Name, and to worship him with pure hearts according to the New Covenant; who liveth and…

As I mentioned earlier, today we celebrate Epiphany Sunday, a date set as January 6th in the early church—twelve days after Christmas—to commemorate Jesus’ appearing to the world. “Epiphany” means “manifestation” or “revealing.” We often use the word to describe an aha moment—a moment of insight when…

Thus says the Lord , who makes a way in the sea, a path in the mighty waters, who brings out chariot and horse, army and warrior; they lie down, they cannot rise, they are extinguished, quenched like a wick: Do not remember the former things, or consider the things of old. I am about to do a new thing;…

ENGAGE Hello everyone! Most of you know me, but for those of you who don't, I am Shawn Kasten, Associate Pastor of Discipleship here at Elk River. So Christmas is over, we have all taken our trees down and put away all the wrapping paper and ornaments, but when we think about the first Christmas, there…

Isaiah tells us that the light of God will shine through his people and that the nations will be drawn the light that shines within them. Today is a day of new beginnings where we make a commitment to let the light of Christ shine in us and proclaim his good news to the world.

As we begin the Epiphany season, it is a time of the revealing of Christ to the world. Celebrating the coming of the Christ child opens the world up to the possibility of something new and exciting as we enter this new year. It is a time of hope and promise when we look forward to what God has in store for us.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: *CHURCH UPDATES: Digital and paper connect Card DECLARATION: Ephesians 2:20–22 (ESV) 20 built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone, 21 in whom the whole structure, being joined together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord. 22 In him…

Introduction The Epiphany Season (The wisemen, Jesus’ Baptism, The Wedding at Cana) What Jesus offers is better. The General Text... [1] On the third day there was a wedding at Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. The Mention of the 3rd day: The resurrection is about something new happening…

The wise men were looking for Jesus before He was born, then they traveled a long way to worship Him. Let us remember the greatness of Jesus and the joy of being in His presence.

Perfectly According to God’s Plan 1.10.21 [ Acts 16:25-34 ] River of Life (1st Sunday after Epiphany) It’s a little thing. At least it starts that way. Do you remember making plans to go places with your family? It’s been a while, I know. But you remember what it was like. You and your family had a place…

Curiosity is a powerful thing. Curiosity compels people to do new and different things. Curiosity prompts people to take things that are working just fine apart. Curiosity persuades people to dig into dishes featuring ingredients they can’t even pronounce. Curiosity drives people to take the scenic route.…

A Familiar/Unfamiliar Story At the start of every new year, the liturgical calendar calls us to celebrate Epiphany. It’s a holiday on the Church calendar, like many others, that often gets ignored. In fact, it often gets thrown in with, and therefore entirely overshadowed by, Christmas. So what is Epiphany?…

Lord, open our eyes that we may see wonderful things in your Word. It was a cold and rainy night around this time of year about a dozen years ago. I stood outside my professor’s house and rang the doorbell and waited. His wife came to the door. I knew her and she knew me—her son was in my class and a…

All-In 2.7.21 [ 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 ] River of Life (5th Sunday after Epiphany) The investors on ABC’s TV show “Shark Tank” are not only rich and successful individuals from various industries, but they also tend to be shrewd and insightful. They see things others do not. When they see something they…