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Order of Worship

Combined Worship of St. Stephens and Bethany First United Methodist Churches
Baptism of the Lord Sunday ·  January 11, 2026
First Sunday after Epiphany | Reaffirmation of our Baptismal Covenant

Prelude

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Gathering Song: “Spirit of the Living God” (UMH 393)

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Welcome + Call to Worship

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Passing of the Peace

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Opening Hymn: “Oh How I Love Jesus” (UMH 170)

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Opening Prayer

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Scripture Reading: Matthew 3:13-17 (NRSV)

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Hymn of Preparation: “Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart” (UMH 500)

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Sermon: “Marked by the Waters: Remembering Your Baptism”

by Pastor Solomon Teye Alipoh

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Hymn of Invitation: “Wash, O God, Our Sons and Daughters” (UMH 605)

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Prayers of the People

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The Lord's Prayer​

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Reaffirmation of Baptismal Covenant

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Offering + Lighting of Candles

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Offering Response: “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow" (UMH 94)

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Announcements

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Closing Song: “Holy Holy Holy! Lord God Almighty” (UMH 64)

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Benediction + Postlude

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