“To Be Beloved” with the Rev. Dr. Alydia Smith
Sunday AT THE MANOR
Epiphany Baptism of the Lord , January 9, 2022 10:30 am
“To Be Beloved ” , 240 Manor Road East
Guest preacher The REV. Dr. alydia smith
With The Rev. Dr. John Joseph Mastandrea , the Music of Tom Marcaccini, the Cornerstone Band
Kids @ The Manor/ Youth @ the Manor Allison Marcaccini,
Seniors@ the Manor www.Manorroadunitedchurch.com
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Isaiah 43:1-7; Acts 8:14-17; Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
Sermon Teaser: To Be Beloved
We hear in the text, “You are my son, my daughter.” “You are Beloved.” “I am well pleased with you.” When we experience this kind of honest affirmation from a parent or other significant person in our lives, we are strengthened in identity, will, and ability to act from that secure identity. Without it, most persons will struggle with low self esteem. The good news is that in Christ we are all the Beloved.