In the End-The Beginning

December 4th, 2022 – The Second Sunday in Advent

Just before Jesus begins his public ministry, John the Baptist appears, calling people to mend their ways and speaking of a powerful one who is to come.

WE GATHER FOR WORSHIP

Prelude: “Light One Candle”, Michael Burkhardt and “Savior of the Nations, Come”, Paul Manz

Announcements

Lighting of the Second Advent Candle

Gathering Hymn: “On Jordon’s Banks the Baptist’s Cry”

Apostolic Greeting

Hymn of Praise

Prayer of the Day

First Reading: Isaiah 11:1-10

Second Reading: Romans 15:4-13

Choir Anthem: “A Shoot Shall Come Forth”, Richard Horn

Children’s Time

Gospel Acclamation and Gospel Reading: Matthew 3:1-12

Sermon: “In the End-The Beginning”, Pastor Dan Severson

Sermon Hymn: “There’s a Voice in the Wilderness”

The Apostles Creed

The Prayers of the Church

Offering and Prayer

The Great Thanksgiving

Words of Institution

The Lord’s Prayer

Distribution

Post Communion Prayer

Benediction

Sending Hymn: “Prepare the Royal Highway”

Dismissal

Postlude: “Prepare the Royal Highway”, Paul Manz