February 1, 2026

February 1, 2026 Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Rev. Kendra Balliet Organist Jim Ross * Please Stand If Able Prelude - Welcome & Announcements *Call to Worship LEADER: Beloved, what worship does God desire of us? PEOPLE: To do justice, love kindness, and live humbly with God. LEADER: In our life together as the body of Christ, what worship does God desire of us? PEOPLE: To do justice, love kindness, and live humbly with God. LEADER: When we share the good news with all creation, what worship does God desire of us? PEOPLE: To do justice, love kindness, and live humbly with God. LEADER: Come, let us worship God with justice, kindness, and humility! PEOPLE: We come to worship God with our voices and our lives. Thanks be to God! Amen. * Opening Hymn – “Christ for the World We Sing” #568 *Affirmation of Faith – Apostles’ Creed #881 *Gloria Patri #70 Prayer of Confession Micah reminds us that our prayers, fasting, and pious ritual must be lived out in compassion and justice: When we forget the fast you desire— To do justice, and rise up for the powerless: Lord, have mercy. When we forget the prayer you love— To show compassion and care for those in need: Christ, have mercy. When we forget the rituals you require— To create relationships of righteousness and peace: Lord have mercy. Assurance of Grace and Peace Friends, the love of God revealed in Jesus forgives us, heals us, and sets us free to rebuild, restore, and raise up foundations for new generations. Amen. Assurance of Pardon Children’s Chat Scripture- 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 and Matthew 5:1-12 Pastor: The Word of God for the people of God. People: Thanks be to God Message: “The Blessings of Christ” Rev. Alan Morrison Tithes and Offering Offertory - *Doxology – Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow #94 Prayer Hymn – “Give Thanks” #2036 Prayers of the People - Joys and Concerns Pastoral Prayer & Lord’s Prayer Communion - Insert *Closing Hymn – “Let There Be Peace on Earth” #431 Action Steps and Benediction