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December 14, 2025 – Third Sunday of Advent

Lord Jesus, we offer our gifts to you today, trusting in your promise that you are indeed the One who heals, who proclaims good news to the poor, and who brings hope to those in despair. As we give, we are reminded of your humble presence in the world and your invitation to follow you with hearts full of trust and faith. May our offerings reflect the joy we find in the assurance that, all things are made new through your love for us. We pray in your holy name. Amen. Matthew 11:2-11

December 21, 2025 – Fourth Sunday of Advent

Gracious God, we remember that we are called to belong to you. As we offer our gifts, we dedicate them to your service and the spread of your good news. May our lives reflect the grace and peace that we are about to receive again through the birth of Baby Jesus. Strengthen us to live lives of faithfulness and to use these offerings for impact across the global community. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen. Romans 1:1-7

December 24, 2025 – Christmas Eve

O God, as we offer our gifts today, we remember the birth of your Son, Jesus, and the joy that filled the world when he came to dwell among us. Just as the angels proclaimed his birth with glad tidings of great joy, we offer our gifts with thankful hearts. May these offerings reflect our joy in Christ, our Savior, and our desire to share his love with others. We pray that these resources will be used to bring hope and peace, just as Christ brought hope to the world. In his precious name, we pray. Amen. Luke 2:1-14

December 28, 2025 – First Sunday after Christmas

Praise be to You, O God, for you are worthy of all honor and glory. As the heavens and the earth declare your greatness, we too bring our gifts to you today in praise. From the highest mountains to the deepest seas, all creation sings your praises. May our offerings be part of that song, given freely in thanksgiving for your goodness. Help us to live in such a way that our lives, like the stars and the sun, reflect your light and honor your name. In the name of the Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer, we pray. Amen. Psalm 148

January 4, 2026 – Second Sunday after Christmas Day
Holy One, your light has come. Your light shines brightly in our humble lives. We place this offering upon your altar as an outpouring of your light within us. Glory hallelujah! Amen. John 1:1–18

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