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THE MAGI | Matthew 2 with Phil Morrow by Christ Church Jerusalem

The story of the Magi (Matthew 2:1-12) invites us to refresh our calling by embarking on a journey that challenges our assumptions, transforms our lives, and calls us to resist the paths of empire. Epiphany reminds us that God's revelation in Jesus is for all people, drawing us to follow the light of love, peace, and justice. The Magi's willingness to leave their comfort zones inspires us to seek God in unexpected places with courage and curiosity. Their defiance of Herod by “going back by a different way” shows the power of encountering Christ to shift our allegiance from systems of oppression to the way of peace. After encountering God's love in Jesus, we too are called to take a new path, living with compassion and standing up for what is right. May we follow the Magi's example, refreshing our calling to be bearers of God's love and justice in our world.

"Hear, O heavens, and listen, O earth,  for the LORD speaks:  Sons have I raised and reared,  but they have rebelled against me.  An ox knows its owner,  and an ass,* its master's manger;  But Israel does not know,  my people has not understood.” Isaiah 1:2-3      Submit a Podcast Listener Question HERE!    CGSUSA Parent Pages HERE    "The events of Christ's infancy appear rather difficult due to the misuse that is generally made of them by often telling them (with many diminutives!) as if they were beautiful fables. The fact is that the infancy narratives, especially in Luke, are a type of “theological tapestry” - if it is possible to call them so- whereby the evangelist stresses the grandeur of the mystery he is announcing through a variety of techniques.” The Religious Potential of the Child, pg. 76    Marty O'Bryan joins us on the podcast to ponder how deep the scriptures during this season of Christmas are and the beautiful theological tapestry that weaves them all together throughout the whole Bible are.      Marty O'Bryan began her formation in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd with Sofia Cavalletti in 1983 and has been a catechists since 1985. She conducts adult formations at Levels I, II and III throughout the United States. A retired speech and language pathologist, Marty holds a Master of Arts degree in Pastoral Studies with an emphasis on the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd from Aquinas Institute of Theology. Currently, she works with children in Level I, II, and III atria in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix.    Scripture Verses to Read in Advent and Christmas Seasons:  Annunciation- Luke 1:26-38  Visitation- Luke 1:39-56  Birth of Jesus and Adoration of the Shepherds- Luke 2:1-20  Presentation of Jesus in the Temple- Luke 2: 21-33, 36-39  Adoration of the Magi- Matthew 2:1-12  Flight into Egypt- Matthew 2:13-23     Little Gospel Booklets- Infancy Narratives      Books you may be interested in:    The Religious Potential of the Child  Ways to Nurture the Relationship with God  History of the Kingdom of God Part 1: From Creation to Parousia    Books from Fr Raymond Brown:  The Birth of the Messiah  A Coming Christ in Advent  An Adult Christ as Christmas    Episodes with Marty-  Episode 15- Chapter One of Joyful Journey   Episode 95- CGS Characteristics #21 and 25 with Lynne Worthington and Marty O'Bryan  Episode 100 – Art as Prayer Response  Episode 114- Characteristic #27       Podcast Episodes about Advent and Christmas:  Episode 27- Mystery of the Incarnation with Karen Maxwell  Episode 79- Chapter 6 of The Religious Potential of the Child  Episode 104- Annunciation and the Incarnation with Sofia Cavalletti   Episode 128 CGS Advent in the Home with Mary Heinrich  Episode 129- The Family in Advent with Gertrud Muller Nelson      BECOME AN ORGANIZATION MEMBER!  Organization Members are any entity (church/parish, school, regional group, diocese, etc.) that either offers CGS and/or supports those who serve the children as catechists, aides, or formation leaders) Organization Members also receive the following each month:  Bulletin Items - 4 bulletin articles for each month. We have a library of 4 years of bulletin items available on the CGSUSA Website.  Catechist In-Services to download TODAY and offer your catechists. We have six in-services available on the website.  Assistant Formation - prayer service, agenda, talking points, and handouts.  Seed Planting Workshop - prayer service, agenda, and talking points.  Family Events: downloadable, 1/2 day events for Advent, Christmas/Epiphany, and Lent.  Catechist Prayers and prayer services  and so much more!  Click Here to create your Organizational Membership!      AUDIOBOOK:    Audiobook – Now Available on Audible  CGSUSA is excited to offer you the audio version of The Religious Potential of the Child – 3rd Edition by Sofia Cavalletti, read by Rebekah Rojcewicz!  The Religious Potential of the Child is not a “how-to” book, complete with lesson plans and material ideas. Instead it offers a glimpse into the religious life of the atrium, a specially prepared place for children to live out their silent request: “Help me come closer to God by myself.” Here we can see the child's spiritual capabilities and perhaps even find in our own souls the child long burdened with religious information. This book serves as a companion to the second volume, The Religious Potential of the Child 6 to 12 Years Old. The desire to have this essential text available in audio has been a long-held goal for many. The work of many hands has combined to bring this release to life as an audiobook.    Find out more about CGS:       Learn more about the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd     Follow us on Social Media-  Facebook at “The United States Association of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd”  Instagram-  cgsusa  Twitter- @cgsusa  Pinterest- Natl Assoc of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd USA  YouTube- catechesisofthegoodshepherd 

In this week's episode, I offer a deep dive into the story of the Magi from Matthew 2:1–12. I explore the contours of the story to discover challenges for religious insiders and invitation for those on the margins. Sign up for Brian's Free Monthly Deep Dive Spirituality Update: Resources to fuel your Spiritual Growth, Biblical Interpretation and Missional Imagination: www.brianrussellphd.com/newsletter Brian Russell's Books Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation https://amzn.to/49MS0ee Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life https://amzn.to/2S0AcIZ (Re)Aligning with God: Reading Scripture for Church and World (Cascade Books) https://amzn.to/30tP4S9 Invitation: A Bible Study to Begin With (Seedbed) https://my.seedbed.com/product/onebook-invitation-by-brian-russell/ Brian's Recommended Resources on Centering Prayer: https://www.brianrussellphd.com/post/my-top-ten-favorite-resources-on-centering-prayer Information on Brian's Signature Deep Dive Spirituality Coaching for Pastors and Spiritually Minded Leaders:  www.deepdivespirituality.com Connecting with Brian: Website: www.brianrussellphd.com Twitter: @briandrussell  Instagram: @yourprofessorforlife  Interested in coaching or inviting Brian to speak or teach for your community of faith or group?  Email: deepdivespirituality@gmail.com  Links to Amazon are Affiliate links. If you purchase items through these links, Amazon returns a small percentage of the sale to Brian Russell. This supports the podcast and does not increase the price of the items you may choose to buy. Thank you for your support.

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Magi: Matthew 2:1-12 (Josh Lewis) by Highlands Community Church

The Advent of Jesus

Dave Myers discusses Matthew 2:11—“And when they had come into the house, they saw the young Child with Mary His mother, and fell down and worshiped Him. And when they had opened their treasures, they presented gifts to Him: gold, frankincense, and myrrh.”

Join Pam Robertson for a guided Advent meditation focusing on these themes: hope, peace, love and joy! Listen along to a Christmas story about being present followed by suggestions from author Joyce Rupp on how to cultivate more presence for yourself this holiday season. Finally a list of where to find the Christmas story in the Bible.  Podcast Music by Adam Gilbert Resources: Opening: Matthew West that invites readers to return to God during the Christmas season in his book, Come Home for Christmas.   Where is the Christmas story in the Bible? Prophecy-Isaiah 9 notably v. 6-7 Mary & the Annunciation Luke 1: 26-38 (announcement from the Angel Gabriel) Joseph & visit from the angel in a dream-Matthew 1: 18 - 25 Mary visits Elizabeth & Mary's Magnificat (song of praise) -Luke 1:39-56 The birth of Jesus-Luke 2: 1 - 7 Shepherds and angels-Luke 2: 8 - 20 Visit of the Magi-Matthew 2: 1-12 Story: A Christmas Miracle, Family Circle, Dec.2013 by Glennon Doyle Melton Suggestions for giving the present of presence by Joyce Rupp. 

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For Epiphany Sunday, Pastor Cana opens to Matthew 2:1-12, where the Magi find the child Jesus and present Him with gifts in recognition of His role as King. These foreign figures teach us that the message of Jesus is universal and God's work in the world comes however He chooses. We can know that anyone can perceive God's truth but recognizing His presence requires being open to God's impossible ways.

The Model of the Magi (Matthew 2:1-12) | 010724 by One Ancient Hope Presbyterian Church

"Walking Through the Messes with Him" (Magi) Matthew 2:1-12, Ephesians 3:16-17The Magi could have let the messes they encountered stop them. Instead, they sought Jesus in the mess, and they found Him.  May we follow their lead, seek Jesus in the messes, and learn to walk through them with Him.Epiphany Sunday_______________________________Messy Christmas The first Christmas was messy: an unwed mother, a father thinking of leaving, a child born in a stable, and a birth announcement to lowly shepherds.  The first Christmas was messy because life is messy.  Christmas isn't about a picture-perfect moment; it's about a God who meets us in the mess.  In Jesus, God entered into the mess of our world and our lives with the promise and call to something better.Orchard Community Church8180 Telephone RdVentura CA 93004www.OrchardVentura.orgContact us at Info@OrchardVentura.orgOrchard's Streaming and Song Select CCLI# 160190

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Sunday Sermon from the book of Matthew from Andrew Terrell on January 7, 2024. Our hope for you is that you will know, love, and follow Jesus Christ -- leading to personal transformation, intimate community, and a life of radical mission. You are always welcome to join us for worship at West End Community Church. For more info, please visit the WECC website at westendcc.org

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In this episode, Revd. Dr Will Foulger kicks off our new sermon series Seeing Jesus Afresh. Here he talks about the appearance of the magi and what it tells us about Jesus. To find out more visit: www.stnics.org.uk

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The Visit of the Magi | Matthew 2:1-12

The Visit of the Magi | Matthew 2:1-12

Title: The Early Days of Christ: Insights from Matthew 2Matthew 2 presents a captivating narrative about the early years of Jesus Christ, filled with divine prophecies, royal intrigue, and a family's faithful obedience. This chapter not only recounts the visit of the Magi but also details the flight to Egypt and the massacre of the innocents, events that shape the early narrative of Jesus's life. The Visit of the Magi (Matthew 2:1-12)The chapter begins with the arrival of the Magi, or wise men, from the East to Jerusalem. They come seeking the "king of the Jews," having seen his star.This caused great disturbance to King Herod and all of Jerusalem. Herod, known for his paranoia about losing his throne, calls the Magi secretly and ascertains the time the star appeared. He then sends them to Bethlehem to find the child, deceitfully stating that he too wishes to worship him. The Magi's journey and their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh are significant. These gifts are symbolic—gold for a king, frankincense for a priest, and myrrh, a burial ointment, hinting at Jesus's future death. The visit of the Magi fulfils the prophecy from Micah 5:2 about Bethlehem and underscores Jesus's universal significance, as Gentiles come to honour the Jewish Messiah.The Flight to Egypt (Matthew 2:13-15)After the Magi depart, an angel of the Lord appears to Joseph in a dream, warning him of Herod's intent to kill Jesus. Joseph, Mary, and the young Jesus flee to Egypt, staying there until Herod's death. This event fulfils Hosea's prophecy: "Out of Egypt I called my son." This sojourn in Egypt parallels the story of Israel and symbolizes Jesus as the true Israel, embodying the people's history and redemption. Herod's Massacre and Return to Nazareth (Matthew 2:16-23)In a tragic turn of events, Herod, realizing that he has been outwitted by the Magi, orders the massacre of all boys in Bethlehem two years old and under.This horrific act fulfills Jeremiah's prophecy of mourning in Ramah. After Herod's death, Joseph is again directed by an angel to return to Israel. Fearing Herod's son Archelaus, Joseph moves the family to Nazareth in Galilee. This fulfils the prophets' declaration that the Messiah would be called a Nazarene. Contemporary Reflections: Trust, Obedience, and FulfillmentMatthew 2 invites contemporary readers to reflect on several key themes:Divine Guidance and Protection: Just as God guided and protected Jesus and his family, He continues to guide and protect His people today.Fulfilment of Prophecy: The events of Jesus's early life underscore the fulfilment of Old Testament prophecies, affirming the reliability and divine inspiration of Scripture.Universal Scope of Jesus's Mission: The arrival of the Magi symbolizes the Gospel's reach beyond Israel to all nations.Trust and Obedience: Joseph's immediate response to divine warnings highlights the importance of trust and obedience in the face of danger and uncertainty.Conclusion: A Profound BeginningMatthew 2 sets the stage for Jesus's life and ministry, revealing Him as the fulfillment of ancient prophecies, the target of a king's jealousy, and a figure of universal significance. This chapter, rich in theological and historical layers, offers a profound beginning to the extraordinary life of Jesus Christ.

Magi | Matthew 2:1-12 | 121023 by Corey

This week we dive into Matthew 2. Jesus is born.  Matthew doesn't give us lots of insight into the birth or the events after.  He does not mention the shepherds and their direction from an angel to go tell like Luke does.  Actually, Luke's version of events is the nativity we are familiar with.  Matthew jumps right to the wise men and by the way, they were not at the manger.  The Magi, astrologers most likely, were from the east and saw a star that shone over Bethlehem when Christ was born. Keep learning:Follow along with the full show notes on the website References and Mentions:Found a newer The New Bible CommentaryMatthew Henry CommentaryWarren Wiersbe Commentary, just New Testament or both Old Testament/New TestamentRecommended Bibles (if you purchase via these affiliate links, you will support Bible Talk!): NIV Chronological Study Bible, Hardcover NIV Life Application Study Bible The Passion Translation New Testament The Jesus Bible Artist Edition NLT Wide Margin Bible NET Full Notes Bible NRSV CS Lewis Bible NKJV Wiersbe Study Bible Mr. Pen Highlighters ---Check out the Nothin' But Fine blog and website.Follow us on social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube Want everything in your inbox? Subscribe to the Nothin' But Fine newsletter!

Today we read about the Magi, or how you may know them, the Wise Men. We see that even though they didn't have the Old Testament or any knowledge of God, they paid attention and noticed that Jesus was born.  Yet, it was the religious leaders, the ones who had the scriptures and the covenants that missed Him.  They should have been looking for Jesus, but they were not. They missed.  We have been given so very much. But are we paying attention?  Are we looking for Jesus?  He is there if we will just look.    Join us for our daily reflections with Andy. In 10 short minutes, he'll dig a little deeper into Scripture and help you better understand God's Word.Read our passage here - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+2%3A+1-12&version=NRSVUEIf you'd like to read a transcript of this episode, click here - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xC_C7jecpRvBZdtNXlL1ELQSGJCdiecKi_4sQhNi7Vg/edit?usp=sharingYou can watch this in video form here - https://revandy.org/blog/

About this series: The title of our teaching series throughout 2023 is The Kingdom Of God. The essential goal is to help people understand the Bible's teaching on the kingdom of God and raise confidence in God's plans for his kingdom's expansion / multiplication. Teaching about The Kingdom Of God is a great way to address life as a church community - this is how life together under God's reign should look like. And to address our lives in the world - demonstrating to those in our sphere of influence the reality of God and what life looks like when God is your king. The second part of our teaching on the Kingdom is called “Kingdom Priorities.” Here we look at some familiar biblical themes, and bring an emphasis on how they are a feature of God's kingly reign. About this talk: Scripture: Micah 6:6-8 Micah prophesied during the reigns of three of the kings of Judah (1:1). The shame and disgrace of both northern and southern kingdoms are made clear in 1:3-2:11, with the nations' leaders then coming in for special rebuke in 3:1-12. As so often in Old Testament prophecy, these words of rebuke and judgement are interspersed with hope - God will, in the end, forgive and restore his people because he has covenanted himself to them and will not break his promises. The most famous of these words of hope is chapter 5 where Micah prophesies, “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times…He will stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God. And they will live securely, for then his greatness will reach to the ends of the earth” (5:2,4). It was this prophecy that led the chief priests and teachers of the law to inform Herod that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem, when Herod was visited by the Magi (Matthew 2:1-6). In chapter 6 God repeats many of his charges against Israel and Judah, with Micah now asking a number of rhetorical questions (vs 6-7), asking what God would be pleased for Micah to bring to him. Micah's reply is, v 8, “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” In essence, what God requires is that we love him (by walking humbly before him) and love our neighbour (by acting justly and mercifully) - see Mark 12:28-31. Because God is perfectly just, it follows that his kingly reign is one of justice and that the people who acknowledge him as king should, likewise, be characterised by justice in their way of life. This is exactly what the nations' leaders and prophets have been criticised for: “Should you not embrace justice, you who hate good and love evil…you leaders of Jacob, you rulers of Israel, who despise justice and distort all that is right” (3:1-2, 9). How can the people who claim allegiance to the God of justice despise justice?! What God expects justice to look like in practice can be discerned from some of his criticisms of his people in Micah's letter and also from passages such as Isaiah 1:17, Isaiah 58:6-7 and Jeremiah 5:26-28. It's absolutely clear in the New Testament that justice is a particular characteristic of Jesus (Matthew 12:17-21; Hebrews 1:8), that injustice is an evidence of ungodly religion (Matthew 23:23-24) and that God's people are to judge rightly and conduct themselves according justly (James 1:27). - Can you give some examples of where you've seen both injustice and justice being practised? What does justice look like in practice in our world? - Each of us has an area of influence. Where is God asking you to be concerned about justice or act justly more than you currently are? - What are some of the barriers we experience to being concerned for justice?

Reading Matthew 2:1-12 about a group of magi who come to Jerusalem searching for He who has been born King of the Jews, for they followed not just a star but the Hebrew Scriptures. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

Pastor Anthony compares the story of the Magi with 4 key questions from the book "Four Thousand Weeks" by Oliver Burkeman. Where in your life or your work are you currently pursuing comfort, when what's called for is a little discomfort? In what ways have you yet to accept the fact that you are who you are, not the person you think you ought to be? In which areas of life are you still holding back until you feel like you know what you're doing? How would you spend your days differently if you didn't care so much about seeing your actions reach fruition?

Guest preacher, Erna Kim Hackett, shares her reflections on the Magi for Epiphany Sunday. By reflecting on the Magi's unexpected journey toward Jesus, she invites us to reclaim cultural practices, embrace community, and be gentle with our own evolution while reckoning with the undeniable opposition that will come from Empire as we journey. How might we make more room for stars and dreams and unknowns as we search for Jesus, knowing that we, just like our pursuits, are sacred and beautiful?

Our hope for you is that you will know, love, and follow Jesus Christ -- leading to personal transformation, intimate community, and a life of radical mission. You are always welcome to join us for worship at West End Community Church. Visit the WECC website at www.westendcc.org

Today we will look at the somewhat mysterious characters of the Magi. Were they really anything like we often think? Why did Matthew include them in his Gospel and what was the message he was conveying in so doing? The sermon will look at and seek to answer these questions and see what the message of the Magi may mean for us also today. - Pastor Scott HoezeeSupport the show

The season of Christmas turns our attention to the arrival of Jesus. In the same way our ancestors waited for the first arrival of the Messiah, so we too wait for the second arrival and return of Jesus the Messiah. These men and women who have gone before us have much to teach us about what it means to wait faithfully. Therefore, this year we are focusing our attention on four characters in the drama of the birth of Jesus who can guide and shape our faith. What do they teach us when we look at the birth of Jesus through their eyes? This week we will look to The Magi.

December 18, 2022

By: Jon Vinterno

BEHOLD:An Obscure Old Testament Prophecy(Numbers 24:17; Matthew 2:1-12)Message SlidesAdvent 2022 Goals • Behold: Pay attention to the centrality of Christ's coming in Scripture.• Behold: Prioritize Christ's coming during the season.• Behold: Pursue a deeper intimacy with Christ through personal engagement with Him and His story. • Behold: Put "advent" into your year-round vocabulary.Herod and the Magi (Matthew 2:1-12)The Prophecy of the Star (Numbers 24:17)A History of the "Shikinah Glory" • Exodus 40:34-35 • 1 Kings 8:10-11 • Ezekiel 10:1-2 • Ezekiel 10:3-4 • Ezekiel 10:18-19 • Ezekiel 11:22-24 • Isaiah 60:1-6 • Matthew 2:1-2 (?) • Matthew 2:9 (?) Jesus is the light of the world. Celebrate the light He brings. Next Steps • This Christmas celebrate that Jesus is the light of the world. Perhaps you might want to go see Christmas lights and talk about it. • Make plans now to read the Christmas story with your family. • Use the Christmas devotional, at the Connction Center, this year. It is not too late to start.Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • What are some of your favorite Christmas traditions?• What are some of the Christmas traditions that drive you crazy?• Read Matthew 2:1-12• What have you always heard about the Magi?• Why do you think God has revealed Himself as "light" so frequently in Scripture? How does this culminate in Jesus being the "light of the world"?• Why would God use a pagan prophet and "scholars" from far away to be a part of the Christmas story?• What difference does Christmas make?• How can we make Christmas different this year?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 11/20 25,721Giving For 11/27 22,680 YTD Budget 690,574YTD Giving 621,307 OVER/(UNDER) (69,267) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date. 1,663,635 Christmas Eve and Christmas Candlelight ServicesFellowship Christmas Eve services will be Saturday, December 24, 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. Christmas Day, 10:45 a.m. the service will be the same as the Christmas Eve Service. These will both be candlelight services, a Christmas message, a special time for kids, and worship.New to Fellowship? We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Fellowship women's Christmas Party with Cookie DecoratingStill time to register for the party December 15, 6:00 p.m. Bring some appetizers to share, come get comfy. Cost is $10 per person. Register fellowshipconway.org/register. Child care by RSVP to Shanna at 501-336-0332.PerspectivesGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Perspectives has equipped thousands of everyday believers with greater vision, hope, and passion. Spring 2023 starts January 16, 6-9:00 p.m., Mondays at Second Baptist Church. Check out the first night for FREE! Visit perspectives.org/conway for more information. Stop by the Missions Table in the Atrium with any questions and meet Anna Darnell. Advent GuideTo help us prepare our hearts to celebrate well, we are providing a daily Advent devotional for you and your household to enjoy together. Stop by the Connection Center today and get a copy for your family. Christmas OfferingThis year's Christmas offering will go towards a master plan to refresh our main areas of welcome and fellowship not touched in the building addition and remodel of 2019, beginning with a refresh of the atrium, bathrooms, and kitchen. The updates will foster a warm and inviting space that is welcoming to all who come to Fellowship. We will take an offering on December 18 during both services. You can also give online fellowshiponegiving.com New Years DayOn Sunday, January 1, we will have one worship service at 10:45 a.m. Children of all ages will be joining their families so everyone has a chance to worship during the one service.

Use your imagination to draw close to Jesus through this Christian guided scripture meditation.

The 6th of January was Epiphany — a word that means 'appearance' or 'manifestation.' In the church calendar it's a time to remember the appearance of Christ to those eastern magician-astrologers, the Magi (Matthew 2:1-12). Incidentally it was on this day last year that the Capitol in Washington DC was overrun. What kind of 'appearance' was that, and how does it relate to the appearance of Christ? Nate Morgan Locke and Glen Scrivener discuss!This conversation went out live as a SpeakEasy episode on our YouTube channel on 06/01/22. Your podcast host is Thomas Thorogood.Speak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world.Learn more about us here: speaklife.org.ukThese episodes and more are also available to watch on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/speaklifemediaJoin our internship programme here: speaklifefoundry.comSocial Mediafacebook.com/speakLifeuktwitter.com/speaklifeukinstagram.com/speaklifeuktiktok.com/@speaklifeukSupport the show (https://speaklife.org.uk/give/)

The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness on them has light shined. -Isaiah 9:2 Advent is a four-week-long season today leading up to Christmas that helps us to remember Christ's first coming and reflect on the mystery of the Incarnation. It also teaches us to look eagerly for His second coming when He will return to redeem His creation and exercise His rule with all power and authority. Advent is intended to remind us of our need for a Savior in a dark world. Each Monday at 6 AM, the WEPC Discipleship Podcast will also be available. The Podcasts will discuss the Old Testament stories and how they intersect our quarantined life. This study will follow along with the Family Advent Tree Project, so it can be used by itself or in conjunction with the Family Project. Todays Advents Discussion Topics: 12/22 - Mary & Gabriel (Luke 1:26-38) - Mary responds with faith & song (1:46-55, the Magnificat) 12/23 - Birth & Shepherds & Angels (Luke 2:1-21) - Angels respond with Praise, Shepherds respond by going toward Jesus 12/24 - Magi (Matthew 2:1-12) - Magi examines their world and goes toward Jesus. 12/25 - John the Baptist (John 1:19-34) - Pharisee spies are skeptical of John the Baptist. But John continually points to Jesus. Your hosts: Joe Brown; Associate Pastor Sarah Tisdale, WEPC Member and Professional Artist and Podcaster Gordon Collier, WEPC Member Intro by: Faith Music by Advent and Christmas at WEPC https://www.wepc.org/advent-christmas-at-wepc/ Learn more about West End Presbyterian Church at https://www.wepc.org/

Who were these wise men and what was this star? Are you a truth seeker? Do you know that God will go to great lengths to meet you right where you are? The message of Christmas is all about that very thing. Join us as we study this familiar text from Matthew 2.

Who were these wise men and what was this star? Are you a truth seeker? Do you know that God will go to great lengths to meet you right where you are? The message of Christmas is all about that very thing. Join us as we study this familiar text from Matthew 2.