The Baptism of Christ, the First Sunday after Epiphany
Theme: The Gift of Baptism
Verse of the day: Those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God. Rom. 8:14
KLPR: 7 (white)
📖 Readings: Ps. 89:19–22,27–30; Gen. 9:12–16 (or Josh. 3:5–11,17); Gal. 3:23–29; Luke 3:15–18,21–22
🙏 Prayer of the day: Lord God, merciful Father, through your beloved Son you have given us the sacrament of holy baptism as the washing of new birth. Through it you have cleansed us from sin and received us into the fellowship of your kingdom. Lead us by your Holy Spirit, that we may rightly understand the greatness of your grace, place our hope in baptism, and serve you in faith with a sanctified and pure life. Through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord.
Further information: EELC Church Calendar
