As we begin a new church year, the stories of Jesus we’ll encounter are often drawn from Matthew’s Gospel. This week, we read about the ministry of John the Baptist and Jesus’ decision to come to him to be baptized in the Jordan River. How do the seemingly opposing images of fire and water help us understand baptism in new ways? We’ll also remember our baptisms and offer prayers for those considering taking this important step in the life of faith.
Scripture Focus: Matthew 3:1-17