Sunday, January 11, 2026
Liturgist: Sis. Suginia Jones
Media Team: Tynisa Caesar, Sanville Vernon, Barnet Moriah
Praise Team: Alana Chang, LaTanya Davis, Hugh Fletcher
Organist: L. Daniel Jean /Drummer: Maurice Facey
Pastor: Dr. Andrea Smith
PRELUDE: Organist Daniel Jean
WELCOME: Sis. Suginia Jones
*CALL TO WORSHIP:
Liturgist: Come! Let us follow Jesus to the edge of the Jordan River to be baptized.
People: We come to be cleansed and made whole.
Liturgist: Come! Let us witness John’s confusion and Jesus’ insistence that John baptize God Incarnate.
People: We come to join Jesus in choosing life in the kingdom of God.
Liturgist: Come! Let us hear God declare the truth of Jesus’ identity and the truth of our identity as baptized people.
People: We come to remember and embody who we are as beloved children of God.
Liturgist: Come! Let us worship God who leads us into the baptismal waters and salvation life.
People: We come to worship God who empowers us through divine presence to live together as the family of God.
OPENING HYMN: “O Worship the King” UMH # 73
OPENING PRAYER:
Eternal God, at the baptism of Jesus, you revealed him to be your Son,
and anointed him with the Holy Spirit, Keep all who are born of water and the Spirit faithful to their calling as your people; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever. Amen.
PRAISE and WORSHIP: “I Sing Praises Medley, You are God alone.”
WELCOME OF VISITORS AND PASSING THE PEACE:
CHURCH NOTICES
HAPPY BIRTHDAY/WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
MISSION STATEMENT:
As Disciples of Jesus Christ, our Mission is to be:
Demonstrators of His Love,
Messengers of His Gospel,
and Sharers of His Teachings.
TIME OF GIVING:
We welcome your Tithes and Offerings today as we honor the Lord through our giving. Offerings can be given through various ways: give to an Usher, deposit in the offering basket, drop off in the church mailbox, or through PayPal or Zelle. If you are using Zelle please enter bethanyunitedbklyn@gmail.com to find us.
OFFERTORY: (MARCHING) Follow the Ushers’ directions.
OFFERTORY HYMN: “Walking Up the King’s Highway” AHH# 402
DOXOLOGY: “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” UMH# 94
PRAYER OF DEDICATION:
Faithful and Calling God, continue to draw us into community, into covenant, and into new life through waters of grace and acts of justice. Just as Jesus stepped into the river to stand with us and for us, we bring these gifts today to stand with others—to serve, to uplift, and to proclaim your kingdom. Use these offerings to fulfill your righteousness among us. Help us, your baptized people, to be instruments of healing, hope, and holy change in a world longing for good news. In Christ’s name we pray, Amen.
SCRIPTURE READINGS:
Old Testament: Isa. 42:1-9
New Testament: Matt. 3:13-17
The word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
GLORIA PATRI: “Halle, Halle, Halle” AAHH# 642
HYMN: “The Summons” FWS# 2130
SERMON: Dr. Andrea Smith, Pastor
HYMN: “Spirit Song ” AAHH# 321
PASTORAL PRAYER: Dr. Andrea Smith, Pastor
CLOSING HYMN: “Fairest Lord Jesus” AAHH# 189
BENEDICTION: Dr. Andrea Smith, Pastor
Go in peace; love and care for one another in the name of Christ; and may the Spirit of God, which filled John and Jesus, fill your hearts, souls, and minds;
may the power of God, which upheld them, strengthen you for each day; and may the love of God, which directed their every action, be your guiding light and your shining star, both now and forevermore. Amen
Pastor’s New Hours will be Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 am- 4 pm beginning the week of January 19th.
Lectionary Scriptures Reading for the Week:
Isaiah 42:1-9
Psalm 29
Acts 10:34-43
Matthew 3:13-17
Announcements
From the Pastor’s Desk:
Currently, Pastor is back in school. She is taking classes. As such, her office day has changed. Pastor’s new days and times are printed in the bulletin.
There will be an In-Person meeting with All Ushers (adults and youth) and Greeters on Saturday, January 17, at 1 pm (weather permitting).
The pastor would like to have an In-Person Leadership Training. This is for all Chairpersons and Co-Chairs on Saturday, January 24, from 12:30-3 pm.
All are welcome.
Our annual Lay Leadership Training will be taking place via Zoom on Saturday, February 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This is a MANDATORY TRAINING for all chairpersons and co-chairpersons (committee members are welcome). Registration ends on 1/31/26. Information is below.
The Worship Committee is asking the congregation to check their immediate surroundings after the service and to pick up any candy wrappers, tissue paper, water bottles, and similar items before leaving the sanctuary.
Time for our Youth to prepare themselves for confirmation. Parents, please see Deaconess Monica, Sis. Sharone or Bro. Thayne, concerning your child/children. We will begin classes in February. Please sign up early so proper preparations can be made for each person.
Quest for Christ Fridays has resumed meetings from 6 pm to 8 pm. This is our Youth program for ages 13-18. All youth are welcome (from the church and the community).
Bible Study is on Wednesdays, Daytime from 12:30 pm – 2 pm and Evening from 7:30-9 pm. The Zoom info: Meeting ID# 84334206486 & Passcode: 099590
To call in, dial 646-931-3860.
Bethany’s Support Group will be available for support.
Join us for prayers and conversation on the 2nd and 4th Sundays after church.
Please meet with them at the front of the Sanctuary.
Let’s Pray Together. Join us every Wednesday Morning at 6:00 am on the Conference Call. Tel # 267-807-9601 Access code 843974659#
Sick and Shut-In List
| Name |
| Clemen Holder |
| Thelma Martin |
| Emily Isles |
| Eastlyn Welch |
| Pauline Osborne |
| Grace Gyimah |
| Sandra Dubois |
| Jean Best |
| Amelia Cooper |
| Hilda Dyce |
| Pinkney Headley |
| Joyce Thompson |
| Sydney Campbell |
| Queenie Power |
| Una Wickham |
| Silvine Moore |
| Reginald Lawrence |
| Carmen Headley |
| Veronica Jackson |
| Cynthia Strachan |
| Winsome Johnson |
| Nevel Burnett |