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Follow -- John 1:29-42 -- Leah Thompson -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2010

SHARING THIS WEEK'S GOSPEL THEME AT SUNDAY SCHOOL AND AT HOME

Changes -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

SHARING THIS WEEK'S GOSPEL THEME AT SUNDAY SCHOOL AND AT HOMEMaterials:

Come and see -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

In some circles, the word "evangelism" is intimidating.

The Lamb of God -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Teachers and Parents: Jesus is our paschal lamb in the same

The lamb of God -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Teachers or Parents: The atonement of Christ -- the Agnus Dei

Doves And Lambs -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Teachers: This week's lesson uses two gentle animals in

Peter means "the rock" -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Materials: Fist-sized rocks (one per child)

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Children's Bulletin (ages 8-10) -- John 1:29-42 -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Gospel Grams 1

Children's Bulletin (ages 5-7) -- John 1:29-42 -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Commentary

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Jesus in the Middle -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- David Kalas -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2023

The medieval proverb declared that “all roads lead to Rome.” For a thousand years or so, Rome was t

Something Old, Something New -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Frank Ramirez -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2020

There’s that old rhyme associated with weddings, “Something old, something new, something borrowed,

Refocus -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Wayne Brouwer -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2017

The only way to defeat pride is to make it irrelevant.

Called to be faithful witnesses -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Sandra Herrmann -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2013

Isaiah 49:1-7The Servant's Mission (NRSV)

Becoming what we were meant to be -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Wayne Brouwer, Schuyler Rhodes -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2010

Mine is a family of book lovers.

Keeping up appearances -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42, Psalm 40:1-11 -- R. Craig Maccreary -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

One of my favorite British situation comedies is Keeping Up Appearances. It

Religious jabberwocky -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2002

'Twas brillig, and the slithy tovesDid gyre and gimble in the wabe;

Of servants and lambs -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1999

While some pericopes assigned for the season of Epiphany throughout the three-year cycle show the So

A light to the nations -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1996

The second "Servant Song" continues the theme of the universal intent of the God of Israel and thus

Called before born -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42, Psalm 40:1-11 -- William H. Shepherd -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

"Who's your family?" Southerners know this greeting well, but it is not unheard of above, beside, an

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Something Old, Something New -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Frank Ramirez -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2020

There’s that old rhyme associated with weddings, “Something old, something new, something borrowed,

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Children's Bulletin (ages 8-10) -- John 1:29-42 -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Gospel Grams 1

Children's Bulletin (ages 5-7) -- John 1:29-42 -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Children's Liturgy and Story

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Tim's Time -- John 1:29-42 -- Janice B. Scott -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Call to Worship:

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Throw Away the Sack! -- John 1:29-42 -- John Jamison -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2023

Object: A paper sack or plastic bag.* * *

There Is Enough Friendship To Share -- John 1:29-42 -- Bethany Peerbolte -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2020

John the Baptist gives us a great example of how to be a friend.

What's My Name? -- John 1:29-42 -- Mary Kay Eichelman -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2017

How many of you know my name? But do you know all my names? I'm also known as Aunt ________. or U

What's in a Name? -- John 1:29-42 -- Anna Shirey -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2013

First Thoughts

Follow -- John 1:29-42 -- Leah Thompson -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2010

The two disciples heard him say this, and they followed Jesus. (v. 37)

Changes -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

He brought Simon to Jesus, who looked at him and said, "You are Simon son

Come and see -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

I just love parties, don't you? What are some parties people have?

The Lamb of God -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Good morning! What do I have here? (Show the stuffed animal

The lamb of God -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

When John the Baptist saw Jesus one day, he said so that

Lamb of God -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Good morning, boys and girls. I brought a picture to show you.

Peter means "the rock" -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - B

Good morning, boys and girls.

Peter means "the rock" -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Good morning, boys and girls.

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What Are You Really, Really Looking For? -- Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Mary Austin, Christopher Keating, Thomas Willadsen, George Reed, Dean Feldmeyer, Katy Stenta -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2023

For January 15, 2023:

Be Prepared! -- Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Bethany Peerbolte, Christopher Keating, Ron Love, Mary Austin, Dean Feldmeyer, George Reed, Thomas Willadsen -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2020

For January 19, 2020:

Thinking Globally, Acting Locally -- Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Christopher Keating, Beth Herrinton-Hodge, Ron Love, Dean Feldmeyer, Mary Austin, George Reed, Robin Lostetter -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2017

The prophet Isaiah begins this week’s Old Testament lection with a clarion call to the Israelites: “

The Cost Of Cold Hearts -- Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Leah Lonsbury, Dean Feldmeyer, Christopher Keating, Ron Love, Dean Feldmeyer, George Reed -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2014

The brutally cold temperatures that held much of America in its icy grip last week put a major fr

Suffering And Serving, One And All -- John 1:29-42, Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Mary Austin, Ron Love, George Reed -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2011

We have all been stunned and horrified by the shooting rampage this past weekend in Arizona, which l

What Are You Looking For? -- John 1:29-42, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Stephen P. McCutchan, Thom M. Shuman -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2008

The political process is heating up as America works to choose its next president.

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There Is Enough Friendship To Share -- John 1:29-42 -- Bethany Peerbolte -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2020

John the Baptist gives us a great example of how to be a friend.

For January 19, 2020:

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"Come And See" -- John 1:29-42 -- Elaine M. Ward -- 2002

Once a teacher asked the children at church to draw a picture of God. But they had never seen God.

Jesus Was A Teacher -- John 1:29-42 -- Brett Blair, Tim Carpenter

Exegetical Aim: To talk about Jesus as a Teacher.

Children's Story

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The Turtle And The Lamb -- John 1:29-42 -- Janice B. Scott -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Jackie thought Miss Potter looked something like a turtle.

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The Turtle And The Lamb -- John 1:29-42 -- Janice B. Scott -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Jackie thought Miss Potter looked something like a turtle.

Devotional

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Epiphany 2 / OT 2 -- John 1:29-42 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

I myself did not know him, but the one who sent me to baptize with water said to me, "He on whom

Illustration

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Sermon Illustrations For Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 (2023) -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Mark Ellingsen, Bonnie Bates, Bill Thomas, Frank Ramirez -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2023

Isaiah 49:1-7

Sermon Illustrations For Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 (2020) -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Mark Ellingsen, Ron Love, Bonnie Bates, Bill Thomas, Frank Ramirez -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2020

Isaiah 49:1-7

Sermon Illustrations For Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 (2017) -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Bob Ove, Mark Ellingsen, Ron Love, Bonnie Bates, Bill Thomas, Frank Ramirez -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2017

Isaiah 49:1-7

Sermon Illustrations for Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 (2014) -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Bob Ove, Mark Ellingsen, Derl G. Keefer, Ron Love -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2013

Isaiah 49:1-7

A lamb was slaughtered... -- John 1:29-42 -- Bob Ove -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2013

A lamb was slaughtered in remembrance of the escape from Egypt.

Sermon Illustrations for Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 (2011) -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2010

Isaiah 49:1-7

Former Nazi concentration camps... -- John 1:29-42 -- Craig Kelly -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2010

Former Nazi concentration camps, such as the ones in Auschwitz and Birkenau, are now open to the pub

Who is Jesus? We learn... -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

Who is Jesus? We learn a lot of Jesus' identity from what goes on here: He is "The Lamb

John the Baptist excelled in... -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

John the Baptist excelled in two qualities that I lack, but want. First, John unflinchingly

God truly works in mysterious... -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

God truly works in mysterious ways to call his servants. When Robert Moffat, the famous

A woman named Elizabeth was... -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2002

A woman named Elizabeth was hospitalized for surgery, and was placed in a room with another patient.

When early Christian theologians used... -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2002

When early Christian theologians used the image of a sacrificial lamb, such as was slaughtered at th

Maryanne Johns walked past a... -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2002

Maryanne Johns walked past a church every day on her way to work.

A woman who greatly feared... -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2002

A woman who greatly feared the water was so afraid that she would not accompany her husband on his b

Carol, a nurse in a... -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1999

Carol, a nurse in a large hospital, was on her lunch break.

For centuries prior to the... -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1999

For centuries prior to the publication of the Encyclope'die in 1751, people believed in the

I was invited to be... -- John 1:29-42 -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1999

I was invited to be a part of a pastor's discovery weekend.

The Immediate Word

For January 15, 2023:

For January 19, 2020:

The prophet Isaiah begins this week’s Old Testament lection with a clarion call to the Israelites: “

The brutally cold temperatures that held much of America in its icy grip last week put a major fr

Suffering And Serving, One And All -- John 1:29-42, Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Mary Austin, Ron Love, George Reed -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2011

We have all been stunned and horrified by the shooting rampage this past weekend in Arizona, which l

What Are You Looking For? -- John 1:29-42, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Stephen P. McCutchan, Thom M. Shuman -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2008

The political process is heating up as America works to choose its next president.

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Isaiah 49:1-7

For January 19, 2020:

Intercession

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Multi-Faceted God... -- John 1:29-42 -- Janice B. Scott -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Prayers usually include these concerns and may follow this sequence:

Preaching

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For January 15, 2023:

For January 19, 2020:

The prophet Isaiah begins this week’s Old Testament lection with a clarion call to the Israelites: “

The brutally cold temperatures that held much of America in its icy grip last week put a major fr

Suffering And Serving, One And All -- John 1:29-42, Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Mary Austin, Ron Love, George Reed -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2011

We have all been stunned and horrified by the shooting rampage this past weekend in Arizona, which l

What Are You Looking For? -- John 1:29-42, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Stephen P. McCutchan, Thom M. Shuman -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2008

The political process is heating up as America works to choose its next president.

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For January 19, 2020:

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Second Sunday After The Epiphany / Second Sunday In Ordinary Time -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Carlos Wilton -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2010

Theme For The Day

Second Sunday After The Epiphany -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- John R. Brokhoff -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2004

THE LESSONSLesson 1: Isaiah 49:1--7 (C, E); Isaiah 49:3, 5--6 (RC)

Second Sunday After The Epiphany -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Jerry L. Schmalenberger -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2001

Seasonal Theme

Second Sunday After The Epiphany -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- E. Carver Mcgriff -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1998

COMMENTARY ON THE LESSONSLesson 1: Isaiah 49:1-7 (C, E); Isaiah 49:3, 5-6 (RC)

The Holy Spirit -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Russell F. Anderson -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1995

BRIEF COMMENTARY ON THE LESSONS

Second Sunday After The Epiphany -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- John R. Brokhoff -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1992

Lesson 1: Isaiah 49:1-7 (C, E); Isaiah 49:1-6 (L); Isaiah 49:3, 5-6 (RC)

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For January 15, 2023:

For January 19, 2020:

The prophet Isaiah begins this week’s Old Testament lection with a clarion call to the Israelites: “

The brutally cold temperatures that held much of America in its icy grip last week put a major fr

Suffering And Serving, One And All -- John 1:29-42, Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Mary Austin, Ron Love, George Reed -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2011

We have all been stunned and horrified by the shooting rampage this past weekend in Arizona, which l

What Are You Looking For? -- John 1:29-42, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Stephen P. McCutchan, Thom M. Shuman -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2008

The political process is heating up as America works to choose its next president.

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For January 19, 2020:

Call Waiting -- John 1:29-42 -- Susan R. Andrews -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2004

Chaim Potok was an intensely religious man; a Jew who explored the dimensions of faith in our lives.

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Who's Who? -- John 1:29-42 -- Charles L. Aaron, Jr. -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

The first chapter of John bears some similarity to the pilot episode of a television series.

Call Waiting -- John 1:29-42 -- Susan R. Andrews -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2004

Chaim Potok was an intensely religious man; a Jew who explored the dimensions of faith in our lives.

Positive Identification -- John 1:29-42 -- Linda Schiphorst Mccoy -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2001

A while ago, I received an invitation to my high school reunion.

You May Have To Die First -- John 1:29-42 -- William B. Kincaid, III -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1998

"Well, I don't know what will happen now. We've got some difficult days ahead.

Spirit-Anointed Son Of God The Father -- John 1:29-42 -- Mark Wm. Radecke -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1995

"Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit."

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The Lamb Of God -- John 1:29-42 -- Janice B. Scott -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

The Churches' Advertising Network nearly always comes under fire.

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The Principle of Paying Attention -- John 1:29-42, Psalm 40:1-11 -- C. David Mckirachan, Frank Ramirez -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2020

Contents “The Principle of Paying Attention” by C. David McKirachan

Show Me Jesus -- John 1:29-42, Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Peter Andrew Smith -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2017

Contents "Show Me Jesus" by Peter Andrew SmithShow Me Jesus

Called To Serve -- John 1:29-42, Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Keith Wagner -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2014

Contents"Called to Serve" by Keith Wagner "Using Our Gifts" by Keith Wagner

The End And The Beginning -- John 1:29-42, Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Keith Hewitt, Larry Winebrenner -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2010

Contents"The End and the Beginning" by Keith Hewitt

Reading Past The Semicolon -- John 1:29-42, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11 -- C. David Mckirachan, John T. Ball -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2008

Contents What's Up This Week "Reading Past the Semicolon" by John Ball

A Mother Forced To Choose -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42, Psalm 40:1-11 -- John E. Sumwalt And Jo Perry-sumwalt -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A

Contents What's Up This Week

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The Principle of Paying Attention -- John 1:29-42, Psalm 40:1-11 -- C. David Mckirachan, Frank Ramirez -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2020

Contents “The Principle of Paying Attention” by C. David McKirachan

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The Quintessential Evangelist -- John 1:29-42 -- David E. Leininger -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

With the decline of the mainline church, numerically, financially, and influentially, evangelism has

Old Times -- John 1:29-42 -- Gregory L. Tolle -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2004

When Jesus turned and saw them following, he said to them, "What are you looking for?" They said

The Love Of Being A Christian -- John 1:29-42 -- Constance Berg -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2001

Bob Bohn was serving in Tan Son Nhut Air Base in Saigon, Vietnam, in 1971.

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For January 15, 2023:

For January 19, 2020:

The prophet Isaiah begins this week’s Old Testament lection with a clarion call to the Israelites: “

The brutally cold temperatures that held much of America in its icy grip last week put a major fr

Suffering And Serving, One And All -- John 1:29-42, Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Mary Austin, Ron Love, George Reed -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2011

We have all been stunned and horrified by the shooting rampage this past weekend in Arizona, which l

What Are You Looking For? -- John 1:29-42, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Stephen P. McCutchan, Thom M. Shuman -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2008

The political process is heating up as America works to choose its next president.

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For January 19, 2020:

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Epiphany 2/Ordinary Time 2 -- John 1:29-42, Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11 -- Amy C. Schifrin, Martha Shonkwiler -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

Gathering Chant

Epiphany 2 -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Thom M. Shuman -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2007

Call To WorshipOne: Gathered in winter's grayness, we wait,

Before I Was Born -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Frank Ramirez -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2004

Second Sunday After Epiphany First Lesson: Isaiah 49:1-7

Second Sunday After Epiphany -- Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Beverly S. Bailey -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2004

HymnsJesus, Priceless Treasure (LBW457, 458, PH365, NCH480, UM532, CBH595)

Second Sunday After Epiphany -- John 1:29-42 -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 2001

Theme: The Lamb Of GodCall To Worship

The Lamb of God and the Calling of Several Disciples -- John 1:29-42 -- Wayne H. Keller -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1998

Adoration And PraiseInvitation to the Celebration

Second Sunday After Epiphany -- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- Dallas A. Brauninger -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1998

First Lesson: Isaiah 49:1-7Theme: From Your BeginningCall To Worship

SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY -- Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 -- B. David Hostetter -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - A -- 1992

CALL TO WORSHIP

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Then I said, ‘See, I have come to do your will, O God’ (in the scroll of the book it is written of me).

If you’re the kind of person that doesn’t miss a super hero movie, you know that every one of them has an origin story. Bruce Wayne, for instance, witnessed the senseless murder of his parents when he was a child, which is why as an adult he was not only intent on fighting crime but also to instill in criminals the traumatic terror he experienced as a child, and that is why he donned the character of the Batman.

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John Jamison

Object: A small bag of potato chips. This message includes role-playing. Depending on your group of children, you can either select your players yourself or ask for volunteers when you need them. You will want one girl to be Mary, another to be Elizabeth, and two more children to be the people in town.

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The Future Present

Susan R. Andrews

We Protestants don’t know what to do with Mary. Because the doctrines of the Catholic church have turned Mary into a sweet passive icon of virginal purity, we Protestants have been content to leave her out of our gallery of biblical saints — except of course, for her obligatory appearance in our Christmas pageants.

Advent 4

James Evans

The recurring phrase, "let your face shine" (vv. 3, 7, 19), offers an interesting opportunity to reflect on the meaning of God's presence in our world. This reflection takes on a particular significance during the Advent season.

A Little Town Of Great Renown

Mary S. Lautensleger

The name Johann Sebastian Bach has been familiar in church music circles for many years. Bach inscribed all his compositions with the phrase, "To God Alone The Glory." Professor Peter Schickele of the fictitious University of Southern North Dakota discovered an obscure relative, P.D.Q. Bach, known as the most bent twig on the Bach family tree. The name Bach had always been associated with fine music until P.D.Q. appeared on the scene. This fabled genius, P.D.Q.

In Dulci Jubilo

Mark Wm. Radecke

Year after year, we are drawn to this night. This night with its carols and candlelight, inhaling an atmosphere of poinsettia and pine, and exhaling the promise of peace. What is it about this night that so captivates our souls, I wonder? There are, I suppose, as many answers as there are people in this room.

Some are here because they are believers, faithful followers of the Christ. You are here to celebrate the nativity of your Lord. In the name of the Christ you worship and adore, I bid you a joyful welcome.

Role Reversal: Baby And Priest

Harold C. Warlick, Jr.

The university chaplain was late for a meeting. He roared down the interstate through a sparsely populated area of his state. He was traveling ten miles per hour over the speed limit. As the blue light from the highway patrol car flashed in his rearview mirror, the churning in his stomach was exceeded only by his anger at his foolishness. Putting on his best professional face and a humble demeanor, he gave the officer the requested information and jotted in his date book the time and location of his court appointment.

The Village Shepherd

Jasmine's Special Christmas Present

Janice B. Scott

Call to Worship:

Christmas is nearly here! In our worship today let us reflect the joy and happiness of Mary in the way in which we too greet the birth of our Saviour.

Invitation to Confession:

Lord Jesus, we are longing for your birth.

Lord, have mercy.

Lord Jesus, we wait to greet you with clean hearts.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord Jesus, we welcome you -- make us right with you.

Lord, have mercy

Reading:

Luke 1:39-45

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