GATHERING & ADORATION
SING TO THE LORD “He Shall Reign Forevermore”
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS
We shine brighter and warmer today because you are here!
Please be sure to sign the Welcome Book located on the inside of each pew.
THE LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH Barb McIntyre
Walking toward Bethlehem… Listening every step of the way.
For the sound of our name… For the announcement that we have found favor with God.
We journey toward Bethlehem… Watching every step of the way.
For a new star in the sky… For guidance in our daily lives.
Walking toward Bethlehem… Sensing we are not alone.
Angels are all around us… The prayers of saints surround us.
We journey toward Bethlehem… Hoping we shall find a baby in a manger.
A simple sign that God loves us still… And reason enough to sing God’s praise.
The gradual lighting of the candles signifies the growing light of Christ entering our hearts, this world, and our increasing anticipation for Christmas morn.
SING TO THE LORD “Christmas Hallelujah”
BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING (Tithes & Offerings)
Offertory – “In the Bleak Midwinter,” Worshipbook #151
THE WORD THAT BRINGS LIFE…
PRAYERS FOR OTHERS & OURSELVES
Song – “O Little Town of Bethlehem,” Worshipbook #154, vv. 1, 2, & 4
MATTHEW 2:1-23 Holly Yeager
MESSAGE My Grown up Christmas List … And Right Would Always Win
SONG “People, Look East”
Worshipbook #138
THE HOUR IS OVER! LET US SHINE THE
LIGHT OF CHRIST INTO THE DARK CORNERS OF THIS WORLD!
*BENEDICTION
*SING TO THE LORD “Joy to the World”
Worshipbook #146, vv. 1 & 3
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*Please stand if able.