Worship Series: December 2 – 23
Advent is a season of waiting, longing, promise, and preparation. This year, Advent begins with words of hope from the prophet Jeremiah to a people who feel helpless. “A righteous branch will spring up!” he proclaims. Advent reminds us that even as we remember all that God has done for us, we still long for a time when the brokenness of our world will be transformed into the fullness of God’s reign.
Join us Sunday mornings at 10:15 for this special season of worship. Free childcare provided.
Sprouting Leaves
December 2, 10:15 am
We begin Advent, a season of waiting, longing, promise, and preparation, with Jeremiah’s promise of a “righteous branch,” and with our eyes focused on God’s reign breaking forth in the world. (Jeremiah 33:14-16)
Other readings: Psalm 25:1-10; 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13; Luke 21:25-36
Sound of a Promise Kept
December 9, 10:15 am
Zechariah’s silence and song draws us into the dramatic moment when this priest, once filled with doubt, comes alive with overflowing praise. (Luke 1:68-79)
Other readings: Malachi 3:1-4; Philippians 1:3-11; Luke 3:1-6
Collide with a Promise Kept
December 16, 10:15 am
We watch the people scramble to get ready, as John the baptizer preaches repentance, offers practical advice, encouragement to act, and proclaims the promised Messiah is coming. (Luke 3:7-18)
Other readings: Zephaniah 3:14-20; Isaiah 12:2-6; Philippians 4:4-7
Welcoming the Goodness of God
December 23, 10:15 am
As we look toward Christmas, we join with Mary and Elizabeth in welcoming God’s blessings, and we celebrate God’s compassion and mercy in the anticipated gift of a child. (Luke 1:39-55)
Other readings: Micah 5:2-5; Psalm 80:1-7; Hebrews 10:5-10