A Note From Pastor Robyne
Hello friends,
The third week in Advent is traditionally called Gaudete Sunday, which is Latin for “rejoice.” This is a familiar word for Christians, but are we familiar with the true meaning? To rejoice in something is more than just to have a happy disposition. It is a supernatural joy, one that is given to us in the spirit. As Paul says,
"Celebrate God all day, every day. I mean, revel in him! Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them. Help them see that the Master is about to arrive. He could show up any minute!
Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life.
Summing it all up, friends, I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best, not the worst; the beautiful, not the ugly; things to praise, not things to curse. Put into practice what you learned from me, what you heard and saw and realized. Do that, and God, who makes everything work together, will work you into his most excellent harmonies." Phil. 4:4-9 (The Message)
God does not just want us to be of good cheer this Christmas season, God wants us to rejoice in the gift he has given us, Jesus the Christ each and every day.
We continue our sermon series, What Child Is This? The scripture for this week comes from the Gospel of Luke 1:5-26-56 and the message is, "The Son of Mary":
See you Sunday at 10am.
Blessed Advent,
Pastor Robyne
Order of Worship
Sunday December 14, 2025
10:00 am Worship Service
Opening Songs:
"Start a Fire"
"Joy of the Lord
Announcements
Lighting the Advent Wreath
Call to Worship
Leader: Father, Son and Holy Spirit, we come to you today weary of the forces that make joy such a difficult thing to hold on to. In a world bent on regressing away from wholeness for all people. We take solace knowing You are with us.
People: You came to our human story when we needed your message so much. We still do.
Leader: As the nativity begins to fill with the promise of new birth, break into our lives and show us the light of joy. once again.
All: we ask for the courage to step into the scene, preparing the way for fullness of possibility for all people.
Opening Prayer
Here, at the nativity of your birth, give us the courage to face this moment with an uncanny joy. Open us to new understandings of the unfolding story of your presence among us. Show us how to praise you even when songs and carols feel empty. We pray in the name of the Child, the One Who Uplifts our hearts and lives. Amen.
Children's Message - Pastor Robyne
UMH #219 "What Child is This?"
Prayer of Illumination
Gracious God, as we turn to your Word for us, may the Spirit of God rest
upon us. Help us to be steadfast in our hearing, in our speaking, in our believing, and in our living. Amen.
Sermon Series, What Child Is This?
Message: "The Son of Mary"
Scripture:1:26-56
Message given by: Pastor Robyne M. Mayer
UMH # 89 "Joyful, Joyful"
Giving our Gifts to God.
UMH #95 "Doxology"
Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen
Offering Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the message of the angel to Mary. As we offer these gifts today, we seek Your guidance and wisdom. May our offerings reflect Your grace and the hope of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Help us to trust in Your faithfulness and to live in accordance with Your will. In Jesus' name, we pray, Amen.
Closing Song: "Joy to the World " (Unspeakable Joy) "
Announcements
Free class every Wednesday at 12:15
12/17 CANCELLEDWill be back in the spring.
Bible study with Pastor Robyne
Wednesday 10am and 7pmwill resume in January
NO CASH BINGO 1st Tuesday every month
NO CASH BINGO1st Tuesday of each month1:00 pm in the Fellowship HallJanuary 6
December 13 10-12
Come join Sandy and make some Christmas Ornaments. This is a free craft class - all supplies are provided. Everyone welcome!
Study Coming Soon
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December 24th, 7:00 pmThis will be a candlelight service.
Food Distribution
Food distribution Dec 20Distribution begins at 9:30 until all bags have been distributed. We have a limited number of Turkey Breasts ( Not a whole Turkey)
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