PALM SPRINGS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
The Worship of the God of Grace in Jesus Christ December 7, 2014 - 10:00 AM Service
2nd Sunday of AdventLiturgical Color: Purple
Rev. Christine Dickerson
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Welcoming | My Peace (As we return to our seats.) | Rev. Christine Dickerson |
O God, we are filled with joy and expectation as we wait for the birth of your son, Jesus. We know that on that day the world was forever changed, and we were given new life. Such a generous gift is beyond measure, and we are humbled. Help us to repair our fallen ways, and make room for the Lord in our hearts. Help us to heal the brokenness of the world, to make way for your light. In you we find our strength, help us to embrace your plan for us, and to be your hope for others. We ask in Jesus’ name. Amen. |
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Life of the Church | Special Music | Dirk Voerman |
Hear the Good News! Who is in a position to condemn? Only Christ, and Christ died for us, Christ rose for us, Christ reigns in power for us, Christ prays for us. Anyone who is in Christ is a new creation. The old life has gone; a new life has begun. Know you are forgiven and be at peace. Amen. |
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Passing of the Peace | Lift Up Your Heads Ye Mighty Gates | Congregation |
Our Father who art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen. |
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(A moment for silent reflection) | ||
Prelude | Gloria Patri | Praise Band |
Guide us, O God, by your Word and Spirit, that in your light we may see light, in your truth find freedom, and in your will discover your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen |
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Lighting of the Second Advent Candle | Go, Tell It On The Mountain | Dirk & Erika Voerman |
* Opening Hymn | There Is a Place of Quiet Rest | On screen (all) |
Prayer of Adoration & Confession (unison) | In the Stillness of This Moment | Hymn #623 |
Children’s Moment | ||
Assurance of Pardon Hear the good news! In Christ, we are forgiven! In Christ, we have new life! | Psalm 85: 8-13 | Hymn #138 (all) |
* Singing | Mark 1: 1-8 | Choir |
Choral Preparation | Gentle Shepherd | Choir |
Prayers of the People & Lord's Prayer | Isaiah 40: 1-11 | . |
Anthem | The Meaning of Life | Dirk Voerman |
Prayer for Illumination | Watchman Tell Us Of The Night | Choir |
Psalter Lesson | When He Came | Rev. Christine Dickerson |
Gospel Lesson | Let Us Break Bread Together | On screen (all) |
Song of Preparation | Let There Be Peace on Earth | Choir |
Hebrew Testament | Congregation | |
Pastor: "The Word of the Lord." People: "Thanks be to God." | Hymn # 323 (all) | |
Sermon | Rev. Christine Dickerson | |
* In Response | Congregation | |
Morning Tithes and Offerings | Praise band | |
Offertory | Deacon Peggy Lynn | |
* Doxology | ||
* Prayer of Dedication | ||
Hymn of Preparation | ||
Invitation | ||
The Great Thanksgiving | ||
Breaking of the Bread | ||
Communion of the People | ||
Prayer after Communion | ||
* A Challenge to Go Forth | ||
* A Singing Response | ||
* Benediction | ||
Postlude | ||
* Gathering for Fellowship in Fellowship Hall | ||
Deacons Moments | ||