Advent is a season of waiting, but is idle waiting what God wants of us? In preparation for the coming Messiah, we wonder together – what things can’t wait? What demands our immediate attention? What requires our work and preparation? This Advent, we will join together in imagining, prioritizing, and preparing. As we wait, what can’t?
Sunday Themes:
November 30, First Sunday of Advent – God’s Promised Day Can’t Wait (Isaiah 2:1-5 and Matthew 24: 36-44)
December 7, Second Sunday of Advent – Repentance Can’t Wait (Isaiah 11:1-10 and Matthew 3:1-12
December 14, Third Sunday of Advent – Joy Can’t Wait – Chancel Choir Presents “A Festival of Lessons and Carols”
December 21, Fourth Sunday of Advent – Courage Can’t Wait (Luke 1:26-38 and Matthew 1:18-25)
Themed Daily Devotionals and Advent Calendar:
Creative daily devotionals for adults and youth and an Advent Calendar for children and families will be provided. Pick up your copy of each at the sanctuary entrance, office entrance, or Fellowship Hall beginning Wednesday, November 19. If you need Large Print please contact Camille or Connie in the church office.
Guided Meditation and Prayer:
On Wednesdays, December 3, 10, 17, from 5:00-5:30 p.m., Pastor Julie will lead a group for guided meditation and prayer based on the art and scripture used in the “What Can’t Wait” daily devotional guide for each week. The group will practice the ancient method of “visio divina” to prayerfully reflect on the pieces and then will discuss what we see and hear. Meet in the Pastor’s office at 5 p.m.