Transfiguration of Jesus
Scripture: Luke 9:28-33 and Exodus 34:29-35 and Psalm 99 and 2 Corinthians 3:12—4:2
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Faith in Action Idea: Caring Conversation
Talk or write about what you heard in the Bible text/story. 

1. Jesus’ disciples were frightened by a cloud that surrounded them. When have you felt scared? 
   
2. Can you imagine feeling weak in the knees to be in the presence of God’s glory and power? Explain. 
3. How does God make your life extraordinary?
   

Faith in Action Idea: Ritual 
Transfiguration Sunday is the last Sunday before Lent begins. We begin to transition to a more somber season in the church year. A common ritual is to bury or hide the “Alleluia” on this day. During Lent, the word Alleluia is not said or sung again until Easter. Write the word Alleluia on several sheets of paper and decorate them. Place them in a box or hide them different places until Easter. Before hiding the Alleluias, pray: Dear Lord, as we bury the Alleluias, help us to prepare our hearts and minds to focus on Jesus’ journey to the cross. Amen. 

 Seventh Sunday After Epiphany
Scripture: Luke 6:27-38 and Genesis 45:3-11, 15 and Psalm 37 and 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50
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Faith in Action Idea: Caring Conversation
Talk or write about what you heard in the Bible text/story. 

1. What words can be used to comfort someone who has lost a loved one? 
2. What questions do you have about life after death? 

Faith in Action Idea: Service
Jesus calls us to serve our neighbor in love. Based on the Daily Bible Readings and theme for this week, pray for someone you know who has experienced the loss of a loved one. 

 Sixth Sunday After Epiphany
Scripture: Luke 6:17-26 and Jeremiah 17:5-10 and Psalm 1 and 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Faith in Action Idea: Caring Conversation
Talk about what you heard in the Bible text/story. Some questions to guide you:

1. What is something that makes you happy and you enjoy doing? 
2. How does God bring you joy and happiness?
3.  How does God bring you comfort and give you courage to trust in God alone?  ​

Faith in Action Idea: Prayer
God of promise, help us not to put our confidence in things that do not last and to put our trust in your steadfast love and faithfulness through Christ our Lord. Amen. 

Faith in Action Idea: Ritual & Tradition
The Greek word, makarioi, means blessed or happy. A blessing announces God’s love and care for others. We are blessed to be followers of Jesus. Establishing the ritual of blessing those in our home and those who visit builds trusted, caring relationships. Use this blessing as you greet and say farewell to family and friends: May God bless you with hope and joy.

Fifth Sunday After Epiphany
Scripture: Luke 5:1-11 and Isaiah 6:1-13 and Psalm 138
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Faith in Action Idea: Caring Conversation
Talk or write about what you heard in the Bible text/story. 

1. What is something you wish you could do better?
2. how can God use your imperfections to care for others? 

Faith in Action Idea: Service
Jesus calls us to serve our neighbor in love. Based on the scripture and theme for this week, how might God be using your life to reach out and care for others?