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Worship Resources of the Christian Church in the Upper Midwest

December | 2022

Blessed Advent & Merry Christmas!


Rev. Joshua Patty

Regional Minister and President


In the midst of this busy season, I hope you find times to celebrate the promises and gift of Jesus' birth. Here are some helpful reminders about connecting with Christmas Eve visitors -- I particularly think #6 is an important thing for all worship leaders to think about. And, if you're still trying to figure out what to do on December 25, here are some last-minute ideas.

Christmas Special Offering Supports Regional Ministries


The Christmas Special Offering, received in congregations on Dec. 11 and 18, supports regional ministries. This includes church camp and other youth programs, the training and support of pastors, walking with congregations in search and call and other pastoral needs, congregational ministry grants and more! 100% of all Christmas Offering gifts received remain here for Upper Midwest ministries and needs.

After Christmas Sermon


In the next few days, Upper Midwest ministers and congregations will received email instructions for accessing "Echoes of Christmas," a recorded sermon by Joshua Patty. Based on Luke 2:25-35, this sermon is appropriate for January 1 or any Sunday thereafter and will be available to download or stream through YouTube.

2022-23 Regional Calendar

 

For more details go to the Regional website:

uppermidwestcc.org




Dec 18 Christmas Special Offering

Dec 23-26 Regional Office Closed

Dec 24 Christmas Eve

Dec 25 Christmas Day

Jan 2 Regional Office Closed

Jan 18-25 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity



July 29 - Aug 1, 2023

General Assembly

Louisville, KY


Looking for Worship Resources?


Shared UMW Worship Resources


Videos:


Music:


Prayers, Liturgies & More:

  • Worship Ways from the United Church of Christ (permission granted to congregations to adapt and use in worship)
  • Worship Planning from United Methodist Church (permission granted to congregations to adapt and use in worship)

Special Resources for Worship and Education

Advent Videos from Ministries Across Generations


Looking for some worship resources to connect with families at home or traveling? Ministries Across Generations has an updated video geared toward young people telling the story of the prophets pointing toward Jesus' birth. You also can access a playlist of at home activities for families during Advent.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Resources


The annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will occur January 18-25. This is a global ecumenical event. The World Council of Churches provides new materials each year in many languages. The 2023 week is inspired by Isaiah 1:17: "Do good; seek justice." You can download the English language resources here.

Previous Resources and News

Resources to Strengthen Your Worship Services


These are some resources that have been featured in previous issues of Worship Together:

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