Author: Diane Fischer

Owatonna United Methodist Church
We are called to . . .
Gather in Christ’s Name,
Grow in God’s Love,
Serve All People.

The Order of Worship
3rd Sunday after Epiphany - January 22nd, 2023 - 9:00 a.m.

Prelude The Wings of Every Hour James Southbridge
Welcome & Announcements
Centering Words
* Centering Hymn Honor and Praise Black #2018
Call to Worship:
L: We walk in darkness. P: We live in a land of deep darkness. L: We have seen a great light! P: Light shines upon us! L: God brings us joy!
Opening Prayer:
O God, our light and our salvation, shelter us in your love. O God, our strong-
hold, protect us from danger. We come with shouts of joy to worship you this
day. We come with song and music to celebrate your love. We come with
longing to seek your presence. Be with us now, O God, as we sing your
praises. Amen.
Passing the Peace
* Hymn of Praise Christ, Whose Glory Fills the Skies Red #173
Prayer of Confession:
Merciful God, as we seek your love and light, there are times when darkness
invades our lives. Forgive us when we hide our true selves from you. Forgive
us when we quarrel with one another, allowing our pride to overcome our
commitment to the community. Forgive us when we give life’s activities
priority over following the ways of Christ. O God, open our hearts to your
grace, as you once again fill us with your love and light. Amen.

Words of Assurance
Chancel Choir Anthem A Covenant Prayer Alan Pote
Children’s Time
Old Testament Lesson Isaiah 9: 1-4
* Hymn of Response The Church’s One Foundation Red #545
New Testament Lesson 1 Corinthians 1: 10-18
Sermon “Have the Same Mind” Pastor Lisa
* Hymn In Unity We Lift Our Song Black #2221
Joys and Concerns
Pastoral Prayer
Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be thy name.
Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses,
As we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
Gifts/Offertory
* Doxology Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow Red #95
Offering Prayer
* Closing Hymn Blest Be the Tie That Bind Red #557
Benediction
Postlude God, the Omnipotent Robert W. Thygerson

* Please stand as you are able.
Welcome to all visitors. Everyone please sign and pass the attendance
register, and please join us for a social time after the service.
Large print bulletins and hymnals are available from the ushers.

Owatonna United Methodist Church
815 E University Street
Owatonna MN 55060 - (507) 451-4734
Website: www.owatonnaumc.org
Facebook search: “Owatonna United Methodist Church”
Pastor: Lisa Vick
Minister of Music: Mary Hitzeman
Administrative Assistant: Paula Johnson

Weekly Prayer List
Elliot & Sunny Jenkins;
Stephen & Karen Jensen;
Sherry Hill;
Dennis & Judy L. Johnson;
Diana Johnson;
Judy A. Johnson

Happy Birthday this week
Thomas Thiele
Mary Lou Lipelt
Emma Hildebrandt
Susan Urbain
Judy L. Johnson
Karen Jensen

If you have any pastoral care needs (in the hospital, illness, home care, etc.)
or know of someone who does, please inform the church office ~ 451-4734.
(The hospital does not call the church).
This Sunday’s worship service may be seen on Charter channel 181 or
Jaguar channel 900 at these times: Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday at
10:00 a.m., & Sunday at 12:00 p.m. (noon).
Also available 24-7 on www.owatonnalive.com
and click on the picture of United Methodist Church.

Welcome to all visitors. When you are signing your name and address on the registration pad, please include your phone number ~ especially if you are new to our community.

* Please stand as you are able.
Welcome to all visitors. Everyone please sign and pass the attendance
register, and please join us for a social time after the service.
Large print bulletins and hymnals are available from the ushers.