Epiphany
A poem by Amy Cerniglia.
Following the light — Weekly Christian ed lesson
In this lesson, children will explore the Epiphany story (Matthew 2:1-12) and will consider the significance of a group of unlikely people honoring and caring for the baby Jesus.
Imagination, vocation and the Three Wise Men (December 31, 2023)
Chris Burton reflects on the Three Wise Men: "We delude ourselves thinking that there will never be trouble. On the contrary, our testimony matures because in the face of significant trouble, God delivers us."
Be gentle with yourself this Epiphany season
Maybe the ordinary and divine comingle like coffee with cream, writes Karie Charlton.
Living epiphany
Maggie Alsup invites us to remember the moment of now.
What is Epiphany?
Katy Shevel briefly explores the historical meaning of Epiphany in the Eastern and Western churches, as well as the use of Star Words in modern Protestant congregations.
Let’s celebrate the Epiphany with an eye on the future
In the West, the Epiphany is about the Magi. In the East, it is about the baptism of the Lord. But it is also about the second coming of Christ.
Epiphany: God speaks to us all
The story of the three Magi (magicians) in Matthew 2 reminds Aaron Neff that God is always revealing God's self in unexpected ways.
Who were the 3 wise men who visited Jesus?
The details in Matthew's story about the wise men are slim, and so it raises more questions than it answers. Where were the wise men actually from? Why were they interested in Jesus? And, above all, who were they?
Follow the Star
This Epiphany prayer by Darcy Gillespie invites us to trust the light that leads us to Emmanuel — even when the path feels long and unclear.
How will congregations observe Epiphany in the year of COVID-19?
With many churches worshipping remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic, church leaders have come up with some creative approaches for distributing Star Words..
Epiphany gifts
This time of year, many congregations share Epiphany words printed or written on star-shaped pieces of paper. Like the Bethlehem Star guided..
Compline – January 6th
No snow tonight, the air stands vibrant, crystal sharp, expectant, as if waiting for a bell, or gong, some resonating sound, to..
When Jesus Went to Egypt (a free hymn)
"O God, we pray for children/ And families coming here/ Now facing separation,/ And filled with grief and fear," writes Carolyn Winfrey Gillette.
My star word: The surprising, vulnerable gift of compassion
Guest commentary by Peggy Grant A beautiful Christmas tradition at North Church is the giving and receiving of “star words.” Star words..
Words from the Spirit
Volunteers are hard at work carefully cutting out this year’s Epiphany stars, to be given out at our Epiphany worship service. Now..
Star words: A spiritual practice for Epiphany
On the Sunday we celebrate Epiphany at the church I serve, it has become a tradition to pass out “star words.” Perhaps..
God With Skin On: Cycle C Sermons for Advent/Christmas/Epiphany
by Susan R. Andrews CSS Publishing, Lima, Ohio. 164 pages Susan Andrews is a skilled preacher who knows how to shape theology..
