GATHERING & ADORATION
*SING TO THE LORD “Joy to the World”
Worshipbook #146, vv. 3 & 4
“O Come, All Ye Faithful”
Worshipbook #147, vv. 1 & 2
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 Ralph & Stacey Spicer
A winter sky, dark and deep, pulling our hearts toward hope.
A winter sky, clear and endless, drawing a sigh from our soul.
When will our longing be over? When will a star appear and a cry be heard?
He is coming soon. We have Advent dreams and Advent hopes. He is coming soon.
Light the first candle of the Advent wreath
*SING TO THE LORD “Revelation Song”
PRAYER
THE RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS
BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING (Tithes & Offerings)
Offertory – “Christmas Offering”
At this time our children in grades 1st through 4th are welcome to participate in
JUNIOR CHURCH with volunteers, Jodi Sadler.
THE WORD THAT BRINGS LIFE…
PRAYERS FOR OTHERS & OURSELVES
Song – “Be Alright
ISAIAH 2:1-5 & ROMANS 13:11-14 Erin Sudul
MESSAGE My Grown up Christmas List …
No More Lives Torn Apart ,
That wars would never start
OUR RESPONSE TO ALL THAT GOD HAS BEEN DOING
SING TO THE LORD “There Will Be a Day”
THE HOUR IS OVER! LET THE SERVICE BEGIN!
*BENEDICTION
*SING TO THE LORD “Joy to the World”
Worshipbook #146, vv. 3 & 4
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*Please stand if able.