Prelude
Welcome & Announcements
Stewardship Presentation
Call to Worship—Lighting of the Advent Candle – Tony & Julie Fleshman
Opening Prayer (Unison)—Lord of impending Light, we rejoice in your compassion for us. You send us your light and your healing love so that we may become better representatives of you in this world which cries for justice and peace. Be with us this morning as we gather to hear your word for us. AMEN.
Hymn UMH #196— “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus”
Children’s Message
1st Scripture Reading—Isaiah 64:1-4, 8-11 (NRSV)
Anthem—Chancel Choir-“Do You Hear the Little Drummer Boy?”
2nd Scripture Reading—John 1:6-8, 19-28 (NRSV)
Message—“When Jesus Comes” – Rev. Bryan McClain
Consecration of 2024 Pledge
Offertory / Doxology UMH #95
Pastoral Prayer / Lord’s Prayer
Hymn UMH #240—”Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”
Benediction
Postlude