PALM SPRINGS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
The Worship of the God of Grace in Jesus Christ December 8, 2013 - 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 | Deacon Kay Chabot |
There is no sin so terrible that God cannot forgive There is no hurt so terrible that God cannot heal In Jesus Christ, God has forgiven us and set us free! |
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Desert Chamber announcement | ||
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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Prelude | Gloria Patri | Praise Band |
O God, light of the minds that know you, life of the souls that love you, strength of the thoughts that seek you, help us to know you so that we may truly love you and truly serve you, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. |
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Lighting of the Second Advent Candle | Go, Tell It On The Mountain | Ruth Hunter & Sharon Ratliffe |
* Opening Hymn | Breathe on Me, Breath of God | On screen (all) |
Prayer of Adoration & Confession (unison) | Jesus Is Coming Medley | Hymn #623 |
Moment for Mission | ||
Assurance of Pardon | Psalm 72: 1-7, 18-19 | Hymn #138 (all) |
* Singing | Isaiah 11: 1-10 | Choir |
Children’s Moment (Children Dismissed to Sunday School) | Gentle Shepherd | Choir |
Choral Preparation | Matthew 3: 1-12 | . |
Prayers of the People & Lord's Prayer | Peace | Deacon Kay Chabot |
Anthem | Watchman Tell Us Of The Night | Choir |
Prayer for Illumination | Angels, from the Realms of Glory | Rev. Christine Dickerson |
Psalter Lesson | Let There Be Peace on Earth | On screen (all) |
Hebrew Testament | Heifer Project | Choir |
Song of Preparation | Cavatina by Myers | Congregation |
Gospel Lesson | Congregation | |
Pastor: "The Word of the Lord." People: "Thanks be to God." | Praise band | |
Sermon | Jackie Morgan | |
* In Response | Christian Chalifour | |
Morning Tithes and Offerings | Christian Chalifour, harp | |
Offertory | ||
* Doxology | ||
* Prayer of Dedication | ||
* A Challenge to Go Forth | ||
* A Singing Response | ||
* Benediction | ||
Postlude | ||
* Gathering for Fellowship in Fellowship Hall | ||
(A moment for silent reflection) | ||