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January 11, 2026 – Baptism of the Lord
God of glory and strength, we share this offering with you as a response to your powerful acts in our own lives. We share our financial resources with you because of the splendorous ways that you have blessed us. Your majestic spirit fills our lives like the mighty waters fill the oceans. All glory is given to you, Lord God. In your powerful name, we pray. Amen. Psalm 29

January 18, 2026 – Second Sunday after Epiphany
O God, we recognize that we have been blessed with great abundance. In offering these gifts, may we be strengthened to proclaim your faithfulness and your salvation this day and always. We pray in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen. Psalm 40:1–11

January 25, 2026 – Third Sunday after Epiphany

Great God of heaven and earth, you call us beyond the familiar into your unfolding future. Often, we cling to comfort and resist your invitation to follow. Let this act of giving be a sign of our readiness to go where you lead. Shape us into faithful disciples through your grace. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen. Matthew 4:12-23

February 1, 2026 – Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

Blessed One, your words in the Beatitudes challenge and renew us. As we present these offerings, we rejoice that they will support ministries of peace, mercy, comfort, and truth. May your Spirit guide us as we live out the love we receive through your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen. Matthew 5:1-12

February 8, 2026 – Fifth Sunday after Epiphany

O God, we confess that we do not always understand ourselves or the world around us. We long for a life of meaning but are easily drawn toward things that leave us empty. Receive these gifts as signs of our deep hope. By your mysterious love, transform them—and us—for your good purposes. Amen. 1 Corinthians 2:1-12

February 15, 2026 – Transfiguration Sunday
Radiant God, on the mountaintop you revealed Christ in glory before the eyes of the disciples. Shine your light upon these gifts we bring, that they may reflect your love into the valleys of this world. Through our giving, help us see more clearly the path you set before us. In the name of your Son, the Beloved, we pray. Amen. Matthew 17:1–9

Copyright © 2026 David S. Bell. Any local church, regardless of affiliation, may reprint any or all of these prayers provided that the following copyright notice appears: "Copyright © 2026 David S. Bell. Reprinted with permission from www.DavidSBell.org."