Characters: Mary & Joseph
Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10 & Matthew 11:2-11
Isaiah 35:1-10
The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad, the desert shall rejoice and blossom; like the crocus it shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice with joy and singing. The glory of Lebanon shall be given to it, the majesty of Carmel and Sharon. They shall see the glory of the LORD, the majesty of our God. Strengthen the weak hands, and make firm the feeble knees. Say to those who are of a fearful heart, "Be strong, do not fear! Here is your God. He will come with vengeance, with terrible recompense. He will come and save you." Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf unstopped; then the lame shall leap like a deer, and the tongue of the speechless sing for joy. For waters shall break forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert; the burning sand shall become a pool, and the thirsty ground springs of water; the haunt of jackals shall become a swamp, the grass shall become reeds and rushes. A highway shall be there, and it shall be called the Holy Way; the unclean shall not travel on it, but it shall be for God's people; no traveler, not even fools, shall go astray. No lion shall be there, nor shall any ravenous beast come up on it; they shall not be found there, but the redeemed shall walk there. And the ransomed of the LORD shall return, and come to Zion with singing; everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.
Matthew 11:2-11
When John heard in prison what the Messiah was doing, he sent word by his disciples and said to him, "Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?"
Jesus answered them, "Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have good news brought to them. And blessed is anyone who takes no offense at me."
As they went away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John: "What did you go out into the wilderness to look at? A reed shaken by the wind? What then did you go out to see? Someone dressed in soft robes? Look, those who wear soft robes are in royal palaces. What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. This is the one about whom it is written, 'See, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you.' Truly I tell you, among those born of women no one has arisen greater than John the Baptist; yet the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.
8:30 AM Order of Service
The Gathering
Welcome
Prelude
Introduction “Love”
“Love”
(Lay Reader stands
behind the advent wreath and shares the following.)
As we
gather around the Advent Wreath, we rejoice that Christmas is a time of prayer and of open hearts when we sing songs of joy. Christmas is a time of worship -- the moment when the busiest of us pause in wonder. Christmas happens when God comes to us in love through Jesus Christ and fills us with love for all humankind.
Scripture………………………………………………………………. I John 4:9-11 (NIV)
In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only son into the world, so that we might live through him. In this is love, not that we loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the expiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.
The Light of Christ’s Advent
Hymn, #128………………………………………..”One
Candle is Lit” Sts 1, 2 & 4
Gathering the Advent
Lights
*Need four light
bearers:
*Need
advent wreath candle lighter:
The Candle ofLove
We light this candle to proclaim the coming of
the light of God into the world. With
the coming of this light there is love. Such great love helps us to love God and one another.
Prayer for Peace
UNISON: O God, we thank you that Jesus showed your love for every person - babies and children, old people and young, sick people and those who are strong, rich people and those who are poor. Come to us in this Advent season, and give us love in our hearts for all people. Amen.
Hymn, #469………………………………………..…………”I Am the Light of the World”
Contemplating God’s Word
Scripture………………………………………………………………….……… Isaiah 35:1-10
Sermon/Meditation
Prayers of the People
We Share Our Joys &
Concern
Prayer Hymn, #147 ......................................................."Away in a Manger" st. 3
Praying Together
The Lord’s Table
Invitation to the Table
Hymn of Communion , #420 .............................. "I Come with Joy" 1 & 3
Hymn of Communion , #420 .............................. "I Come with Joy" 1 & 3
The Elder’s Prayer of
Communion
Words of Institution
The Lord’s Supper
All are welcome to share at the
Table. Come forward using the center
aisle. As you partake of the bread and
the cup you are welcome to place an offering in the wooden bowl in front of the
table. The offering you share supports
the ministries and life of Christ’s church.
The Lord’s Prayer
Going Forth into the World
Hymn #442 ………………………………….……..”We Are Walking in the Light of God”
Challenge
Blessing
10:40AM Service
Welcome…this morning’s service marks the first Sunday in Advent. Advent is a time for preparation. We prepare for the Advent of the Christ
Child into this world and the lives we lead.
Advent is experienced in the darkest time of the year. Jesus is the Light of the World and thus brings God’s
hope. As you settle and prepare for this
time of worship, praise and prayer, we hope the sanctuary will be a place of
peace and reflection. Be at home and
know that you are embraced by the spirit of those around you. Sincerely, Worship
Team, “Hymn Pickers” & Co-Pastors
The Gathering
Time to Settle &
Prepare
From 10:30AM-10:40AM soft
music is provided for your devotion.
Prelude
Introduction “Love”
“Love”
(Lay Reader stands
behind the advent wreath and shares the following.)
As we
gather around the Advent Wreath,
we rejoice that Christmas is a time of prayer and of open hearts when
we sing songs of joy. Christmas is a time of worship -- the moment when the
busiest of us pause in wonder. Christmas happens when God comes to us
in love through Jesus Christ and fills us with love for all humankind.Scripture………………………………………………………………. I John 4:9-11 (NIV)
In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only son into the world, so that we might live through him. In this is love, not that we loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the expiation for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.
The Light of Christ’s Advent
Hymn, #128………………………………………..”One
Candle is Lit” Sts 1, 2 & 4
Gathering the Advent
Lights
*Need four light
bearers:
*Need
advent wreath candle lighter:
The Candle ofLove
We light this candle to proclaim the coming of
the light of God into the world. With
the coming of this light there is love. Such great love helps us to love God and one another.
Prayer for Peace
UNISON: O
God, we thank you that Jesus showed your love for every person - babies
and children, old people and young, sick people and those who are
strong, rich people and those who are poor. Come to us in this Advent season, and give us love in our hearts for all people. Amen.
Hymn, #469………………………………………..…………”I Am the Light of the World”
Contemplating God’s Word
Scripture………………………………………………………………….……… Isaiah 35:1-10
Anthem
Children’s Sermon
Sermon/Meditation
Prayers of the People
We Share Our Joys &
Concern
Prayer Hymn #147 ......................................................."Away in a Manger" st. 3
Praying Together
Share the Peace of Christ
This is a time to greet fellow worshipers. Share the peace of Christ and the Hope of
this Advent Season.
The Lord’s Table
Invitation to the Table
Hymn of Communion , #420 .............................. "I Come with Joy" 1 & 3
The Elder’s Prayer of
Communion
Words of Institution
The Words of Institution are shared by
the congregation. You will find the text
on the video screen. Follow the Elder’s
lead.
Choir sings: #136 "Christians, All, Your Lord is Coming"
The Lord’s Supper
All are welcome to share at the
Table. Come forward using the center
aisle. As you partake of the bread and
the cup you are welcome to place an offering in the wooden bowl in front of the
table. The offering you share supports
the ministries and life of Christ’s church.
The Lord’s Prayer
Going Forth into the World
Hymn ………………………………………….…………..”Love This World Through Me”
Challenge
Blessing
Join in this blessing together. You will find the words for this blessing on the
video screen. Follow the lead of the
Acolytes and the Co-pastors.
Hymn #442 "We Are Walking in the Light of God"
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