On this Christmas morning the people of God gather to celebrate the birth of the Word made flesh, Christ our Lord. Luke recounts the familiar story of shepherds and angels; John’s gospel tells of the Word that dwells among us, full of grace and truth. The meaning of Christmas is made clear: the light shines […]
On a long winter evening we gather to proclaim the coming of the light. Isaiah announces that the people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. Paul reminds us that the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all. In the familiar account of Christ’s birth, the evening sky is bright with […]
JUST A REMINDER: Any contributions that you wish to have recorded on your contribution statement for 2016 MUST be in the church office before noon on December 28, 2016. The office will be closed on December 29 and 30, 2016. Any contributions received after 12:00 p.m. on the 28th will be credited to your 2017 […]
Worship times for this Christmas Season are as follows: December 22, Thursday 1:30 pm Mid-Week Worship Service December 24, Saturday 5:30 pm Christmas Eve Lessons and Carols Service 10:00 pm Christmas Eve Lessons and Carols Service December 25, Sunday 9:00 am Christmas Day Worship Service December 29, Thursday 1:30 pm Mid-Week Worship Service January 1, […]
THIS SUNDAY: Fourth Sunday of Advent 9:00 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 10:15 am Sunday School (Friendship Hall) 10:15 am Adult Forum Bible Study (Conference Room) MONDAY: 9:00 am Staff Meeting (Pastor’s Office) 12:00 pm Bible Study (Conference Room) 12:30 pm Quilters’ Meeting (Friendship Hall) TUESDAY: 6:30 pm Al-Anon Meeting (Library) WEDNESDAY: 6:00 pm Confirmation Class […]
Today Isaiah prophesies that a young woman will bear a son and name him Emmanuel. The gospel is Matthew’s account of the annunciation and birth of the one named Emmanuel, God-with-us. During these final days of Advent we pray, “O come, O come, Emmanuel,” a beloved hymn based on ancient prayers appointed for the seven […]
A note of joyful expectation marks today’s worship. Isaiah announces that the desert shall rejoice and blossom. Jesus points to signs of God’s reign: the blind see, the lame walk, lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear. We wait with patience for the coming of the Lord, even as we rejoice at his presence among us […]
THIS SUNDAY: ECHO Emphasis Third Sunday of Advent 9:00 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 10:15 am Sunday School (Friendship Hall) 10:15 am Adult Forum Bible Study (Conference Room) 10:30 am Kindergarten Class (Pastor’s Office) MONDAY: ECHO Toy Drive (Friendship Hall) 9:00 am Staff Meeting (Pastor’s Office) 12:00 pm Bible Study (Conference Room) 5:30 pm Foundation Meeting […]
At the heart of our Advent preparation stands John the Baptist, who calls us to repent and make a new beginning. As the darkness increases we turn toward the light of Christ’s coming. For Christians he is the root of Jesse, the righteous judge who welcomes all, especially the poor and meek of the earth. […]
THIS SUNDAY: Lay Communion Kits out Pennies for Poverty Second Sunday of Advent 9:00 am Worship Service (Sanctuary) 10:15 am Sunday School (Friendship Hall) 10:15 am Adult Forum Bible Study (Conference Room) 10:15 am First Sunday Feedback (Library) MONDAY: 9:00 am Staff Meeting (Pastor’s Office) 12:00 pm Bible Study (Conference Room) 5:00 pm Al-Anon District […]