Welcome to St. Andrew's! We would love to have you join us this Sunday. In addition to attending in person, you can stream the service live HERE on Facebook or HERE on our website.
Welcome to today's worship leaders, Curtis & Anika.
Order of Service
Welcome
From the perspective of a shepherd as the angels proclaim that the King is near!
Long was the night as I sat on that hill
Watching in darkness and filled with a chill.
Young as I was, feeling very alone,
I dozed a moment, then woke with a groan,
For to my surprise, up there in the sky
A bright light was glowing, hurting my eyes.
The light spoke to me with thundering voice;
It said, “Do no fear, but rather rejoice!”
For unto us a Savior was just born;
In swaddling clothes this young king was adorned.
He is David’s son, Messiah and Lord!
Such news was impossible to ignore!
At once the world filled with music ringing
From a heavenly choir who were singing,
“Glory to God in the highest, and peace
To the whole world, from the great to the least!”
Then gone in an instant, as if a dream
Till I saw of whom the angels did sing,
For there in a manger, a baby lay—
Our Savior, God’s gift that first Christmas Day.
On this fourth Sunday in Advent we fear not, for there is good news of great joy. We light the fourth candle of Advent as we prepare our hearts to receive Christ.
Hymn: "Angels From The Realms Of Glory (Regent Square)" #146 (Smart, Montgomery)
Opening Prayers & Children's Story
Chorus: "Shout To The Lord" (Zschech) & "Here I Am To Worship" (Hughes)
Scripture Lessons: Luke 2:8-21
Sermon: "Joyful Recipients of Good News"
Solo: "Do You Have Room?" (Edwards) soloist: Anika Howell
Offering & Doxology
Prayers of the People (can be shared in comments of live feed)
Announcements
Zoom Bible Study: Pastor Steve's study continues this Wednesday from 1-2:00 pm on Zoom.
Ladies Bible Study: is taking a Christmas break until January.
The Longest Night: Thanks to those who provided leadership for this event.
Christmas Eve: On Christmas Eve (Sunday) we will be meeting at 10:00 am for our customary Sunday Morning Service. Our Christmas Eve Service will follow at 7:00 pm.
Christmas Day Sit-in & Takeaway Dinner: A small group of the MacDonald clan will be hosting turkey dinner on Christmas day at 5:00 pm in the lower hall. You are invited to join us to celebrate Christ’s birthday with family and friends. Take-out and delivery will be available after dinner for those who aren't up to braving the elements. RSVP with Hallie halliemm@yahoo.ca or Neil cell/text 250-374-6188
Church Survey: Thanks to everyone who participated!
Hopewell Hampers: Thanks to everyone who contributed. Your generosity was appreciated!
Birthdays & Anniversaries: Yvonne Gbesiagbe (Tuesday, December 26), Calvyn Coetzer (Friday, December 29)
Hymn: "Go Tell It On The Mountain" #133 (Work Jr.)
Thought for Reflection
Benediction
Amen
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