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Christmas Eve Saturday, December 24, 2022

12/24/2022

Readings: Isaiah 9:2-7, Psalm 96, Titus 2:11-14, Luke 2:1-14 [15-20]

Introduction
In winter’s deepest night, we welcome the light of the Christ child. Isaiah declares that the light of the long-promised king will illumine the world and bring endless peace and justice. Paul reminds us that the grace of God through Jesus Christ brings salvation to all people. The angels declare that Jesus’ birth is good and joyful news for everyone, including lowly shepherds. Filled with the light that shines in our lives, we go forth to share the light of Christ with the whole world.

Sermon: Pastor Kathryn Gulbranson

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Mid-Week Advent Service Wednesday, December 21, 2022

12/21/2022

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Join us as we take some quiet time in the middle of the week to contemplate the advent of the Christ.

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Fourth Sunday of Advent December 18, 2022

12/18/2022

Readings: Isaiah 7:10-16; Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19; Romans 1:1-7; Matthew 1:18-25

Introduction
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 the O Antiphons, ancient prayers appointed for the seven days preceding Christmas. On this final Sunday of Advent we prepare to celebrate the birth of the one born to save us from the power of sin and death.

Sermon: Pastor Kathryn Gulbranson

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Midweek Advent Service December 14, 2022

12/14/2022

Scripture: Psalm 42:1–8

Join us as we take some quiet time in the middle of the week to contemplate the advent of the Christ.

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Third Sunday of Advent December 11, 2022

12/11/2022

Readings: Isaiah 35:1-10; Psalm 146:5-10; James 5:7-10; Matthew 11:2-11

Introduction
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.

Sermon: Pastor Dave Miller

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Midweek Advent Service December 7, 2022

12/7/2022

Scripture: Psalm 40:3–7; Isaiah 40:1–5

Join us as we take some quiet time in the middle of the week to contemplate the advent of the Christ.

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Second Sunday of Advent December 4, 2022

12/4/2022

Scripture: : Isaiah 11:1-10; Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19; Romans 15:4-13; Matthew 3:1-12
Introduction
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 approaching light of Christ. For Christians, he is the root of Jesse, the righteous judge who welcomes all, especially the poor and meek of the earth. We wait with hope for that day when the wolf will dwell with the lamb, and there will be no more hurt or destruction. From the Lord’s table, we are sent in the spirit of John the Baptist to proclaim that in Christ, the kingdom of God has come near.

Sermon: Pastor Kathryn Gulbranson

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Christmas Eve Saturday, December 24, 2022

Mid-Week Advent Service Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Fourth Sunday of Advent December 18, 2022

Midweek Advent Service December 14, 2022

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Third Sunday of Advent December 11, 2022

Midweek Advent Service December 7, 2022

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Second Sunday of Advent December 4, 2022

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