PALM SPRINGS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
The Worship of the God of Grace in Jesus Christ December 4, 2011 - 10:00 AM Service
2nd Sunday of AdventLiturgical Color: Purple
Rev. Christine Dickerson
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Welcoming/Preparing to Meet with God | God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen | 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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Prelude | “My Peace” (As we return to our seats.) | Elizabeth Morgan |
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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Christian Greeting, Announcements & Prayer Requests | “Prepare the Way” | Elder Jim DeHart |
God, source of all light, by your Word you give light to the soul. Pour out upon us the spirit of wisdom and understanding, that, through the Scriptures, our hearts and minds may be opened to know your will in our lives. Amen. |
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Passing of the Peace | “Gloria Patri” | Congregation |
Singing | “Go, Tell It On The Mountain” | on Screen (all) |
* Call to Worship | Lead Me Lord | Elder Jim DeHart |
*Opening Hymn | A New Hallelujah | Hymn #623 (all) |
Prayer of Adoration & Confession (unison) | Psalm 85: 1-2, 8-13 | Hymn #138 (all) |
Assurance of Pardon 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! | Isaiah 40: 1-11 | Choir |
* Singing: | “Emmanuel” | . |
Children’s Moment | What Does God Require of Me? | Choir |
Children Dismissed to Sunday School | Watchman Tell Us Of The Night | . |
Choral Preparation: | “Take Jesus With You” | Elder Jim DeHart |
Prayers of the People & Lord's Prayer | Mark 1: 1-8 | Choir |
Anthem | Beautiful Star of Bethlehem | Rev Christine Dickerson |
Prayer for Illumination | “Let Us Break Bread Together” | on Screen |
Psalm: | /Joy to the World | Congregation |
Hebrew Testament: | Choir | |
Song of Preparation | Congregation | |
Pastor: "The Word of the Lord." | Rev. Christine Dickerson | |
Morning Titles and Offerings | ||
People: "Thanks be to God." | Praise band | |
Sermon | Hymn #323 (all) | |
* In Response: | See Insert | |
* A Challenge to Go Forth with God's Blessing | Micki Kristina Alston & Lucile Kraehling | |
Lighting of the Second Advent Candle The Bethlehem Candle | ||
Offertory: | ||
* Doxology | ||
* Prayer of Dedication | ||
Invitation | ||
*Apostles Creed | ||
The Great Thanksgiving | ||
Breaking of the Bread | ||
Communion of the People | ||
Prayer after Communion | ||
Postlude | ||
* A Singing Response: | & Praise Band | |
* Blessing | ||
Gospel Reading: | ||
* Gathering for Fellowship in Fellowship Hall | ||
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* NOTE: If able, please stand | ||
Hymn of Preparation | ||