Welcome

The time draws near to celebrate our Savior’s birth! Welcome to worship, which is part of our preparation. It’s good to be here together.

Preparation for Worship

“The LORD has done great things for us, and we [rejoice]” (Psalm 126:3, NRSV). Tune our hearts, God, to sing your praises now and always.

Prayer Ventures

How will you tell others about your faith throughout Advent? Pray for the Spirit’s inspiration as you articulate what God is doing in your life and how you have been changed by the embodiment of God’s amazing grace in Jesus Christ.

Stewardship of your whole life

James 5:8 – You must also be patient. Strengthen your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is near.

Patience is good stewardship! We know that Jesus is coming, not only in our celebration of Christmas, but also in the “kin-dom” of God both now and forever.

Third Sunday of Advent

A note of joyful expectation marks today’s worship. Isaiah announces that the desert shall rejoice and blossom, and Jesus points to the unexpected and transforming signs of God’s reign. We wait with patience for the coming of the Lord, even as we rejoice at his presence among us this day: in word and holy supper, in church and in our homes, in silent reflection and in works of justice and love. We pray that God would open our eyes and ears to the wonders of Christ’s advent among us.

A Quote From Fr. Richard Rohr

You are created in the image of God from the very beginning. This is the basis for God’s justice: Since everyone is made in the image of God, then we need to recognize, honor, and respect the image of God in everyone.
No exceptions.