January 2, 2022

This service was cancelled (both in person and live-stream)

Pastor John Veenstra

Prelude: Revelation Song

Welcome and Call to Worship
Opening Song: Hear the Call of the Kingdom

God’s Greeting
Song: Joy Has Dawned

Confession and Assurance of God’s Forgiveness
Moment of Silent Reflection and Confession
Song: Trust and Obey

Prayers of the People [Adriana]

Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading: Exodus 2:1-10, Matthew 2:1-18
Message: “The Massacre in Bethlehem – The Shadow Side of Christmas”

Testimony of Faith: Our World Belongs to God #6:

We rejoice in the goodness of God, renounce the works of darkness, and dedicate ourselves to holy living. As covenant partners, set free for joyful obedience, we offer our hearts and lives to do God’s work in the world. With tempered impatience, eager to see injustice ended, we expect the Day of the Lord.

Closing Song: A Mighty Fortress is our God
God’s Blessing to His People

Postlude: We Three Kings https://youtu.be/k8mjRxkMBkE