Unintended Consequences

The First Sunday in Advent

During today’s Worship Service we will light the first Advent Candle, HOPE. In today’s Gospel reading from Mark chapter 13, Jesus encourages his followers to look forward to the day when he returns in power and glory to nd all suffering. We should remember that there is a God who is always there for us, with that we should be there for him by praying, serving people, and loving our neighbor. God tells us to live out this life in his love so that we may be prepared for when he comes back to save us all.

WE GATHER FOR WORSHIP

Prelude: “Light One Candle”, Michael Burkhardt

Welcome and Announcements

Lighting of the Advent Candle – HOPE

Gathering Hymn: “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus”

Apostolic Greeting

Hymn of Praise

Prayer of the Day

First Reading: Isaiah 64:1-9

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9

Choir Anthem: “Advent Promise”, Ruth Elaine Schram

Children’s Time

Gospel Acclamation and Gospel: Mark 13:24-37

Sermon: “Unintended Consequences”, Pastor Dan Severson

Sermon Hymn: “My Lord, What a Morning”

Apostles Creed

Prayers of Intercession

Offertory: “Winter”, Vivaldi

Offering Response

The Great Thanksgiving

The Words of Institution

The Lord’s Prayer

Angus Dei

Communion Distribution

Post Communion Prayer

Benediction

Sending Hymn: “Hark! A Thrilling Voice is Sounding”

Dismissal

Postlude: “Veni Emmanuel”, John Leavitt