PALM SPRINGS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
The Worship of the God of Grace in Jesus Christ December 6, 2015 - 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 | Elder Donna Genett |
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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Pre-Service Music | ||
Passing of the Peace | 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 | Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee | Praise Band |
Teach us, O God, by your Word and Spirit, help us to hear, know and live the Gospel so that we might proclaim in work and deed, the Good News that you offer us this day. A message of peace to the whole community and love with faith through Christ our Lord. Amen |
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Lighting of the Second Advent Candle | Gloria Patri | Fred & Peggy Lynn |
* Opening Hymn | Go, Tell It On The Mountain | On Screen (all) |
Prayer of Adoration & Confession (unison) | Breathe on Me, Breath of God | Hymn #623 |
Deacons Moments | ||
Assurance of Pardon | Overture from “Nutcracker” by Tschaikowsky | Hymn #136 (all) |
* Singing | Luke 3: 4-6 | Choir |
Choral Preparation | Luke 1: 68-79 ‘Zachariah’s Song’ | Alex Danson (piano) |
Prayers of the People & Lord's Prayer | Gentle Shepherd | . |
Anthem | Philippians 1: 3-11 | Elder Donna Genett |
Prayer for Illumination | Prepare The Way | Choir |
Unison Reading | Watchman Tell Us Of The Night | Rev. Christine Dickerson |
Gospel Reading | Little Bitty Baby | On Screen (1 & 3) |
Song of Preparation | Let Us Break Bread Together | Choir |
Epistlel Lesson | Let There Be Peace on Earth | Congregation |
Pastor: "The Word of the Lord." People: "Thanks be to God." | Hymn # 525 (1 & 2) | |
Sermon | Rev. Christine Dickerson | |
* In Response | Congregation | |
Morning Tithes and Offerings | Praise band | |
Offertory | Deacon Peggy Lynn | |
* Doxology | Praise Band | |
* 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 | ||
(A moment for silent reflection) | ||