Finding Joy – During this Christmas season, we are invited to praise God and rest in the joy of God’s presence in the birth of Emmanuel, God with us.

A simple service of lessons & carols guides us to a spirit of solemn awe as we celebrate the Nativity of the Lord.

What Should We Do? – John brings good news that asks us to change our ways, turn toward God, and prepare the way for the Messiah. (Luke 3:7-18)

Also at this service, our children’s puppet ministry presents a special Christmas program!

Messengers of Challenge – We listen as Zechariah finds his voice in a song of praise and prophecy as he blesses his son, John; a promise that cascades into promises of hope for all. (Luke 1:68-79)

Hopeful Waiting, Active Trust – With Jeremiah’s promise of a “righteous branch,” and with our eyes focused on God’s reign breaking forth in the world, we begin Advent in anticipation and hope. (Jeremiah 33:14-16)

Thankful, Grateful, Blessed –  We look on as Jesus heals ten men afflicted with leaporsy.  But how many will return to give thanks? (Luke 17:11-19)

Also in this service, a special music selection performed by some of our children’s Discovery Club students!

What Lasts?  As Jesus warns of trouble ahead, we reflect on the crises of our world and look to what lasts. (Mark 13:1-8)

How Then Shall We Give?  A story of a nameless widow who gives all she has challenge us to look into the deeper and sometimes subtle sources of oppression in our world. (Mark 12:38-44)

This week we welcome Rev. Dr. Marc Kirchoff as our guest preacher. Rev. Kirchoff takes us through the Lord’s Prayer… or, “Our Prayers”. (Matthew 6:5-15)