CHRISTMAS EVE—WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2008
Scripture Sentences
(may be read by one person or divided into parts)
The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light;those who lived in a land of deep darkness—on them light has shined.
For a child has been born for us, a son given to us;authority rests upon his shoulders; and he is namedWonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
His authority shall grow continually, and there shall be endless peace for the throne of David and his kingdom. He will establish and uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time onwards and for evermore.The zeal of the Lord of hosts will do this.
From Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 (NRSV)
The lighting of the Advent Candles
Loving God, the time is here. The preparations are over. Open our hearts to the joy that the Christ child has brought to the world, and help us to continue to carry that light with us. As we bring light to this candle, so may you bring light to our world. Amen.
The Christmas Story—Luke 2:1-20
Hymn—Joy to the World
Closing prayer
Close your worship time together with sharing of joys and concerns
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Showing posts with label Advent Wreath Devotions. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Advent Wreath Devotions. Show all posts
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Week 4 Advent Wreath Devotions
WEEK 4—SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2008
Scripture Sentences
(may be read by one person or divided into parts)
4650 And the angel Gabriel came to her and said, ‘Greetings, favored one! The Lord is with you.’* But she was much perplexed by his words and pondered what sort of greeting this might be.
The angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And now, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you will name him Jesus.
He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God will give to him the throne of his ancestor David. He will reign over the house of Jacob for ever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.’
From Luke 1:30-33 (NRSV)
The lighting of the Advent Candles
Loving God, in the same way that Mary was perplexed by Gabriel’s visit, we are surprised by the wonderful ways you work in our lives. With each candle we light, we give thanks for the many blessings that you have bestowed on us. As we bring light to this candle, so may you bring light to our world. Amen.
Hymn—O Come, O Come Emmanuel
Closing prayer
Close your worship time together with sharing of joys and concerns
Scripture Sentences
(may be read by one person or divided into parts)
4650 And the angel Gabriel came to her and said, ‘Greetings, favored one! The Lord is with you.’* But she was much perplexed by his words and pondered what sort of greeting this might be.
The angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And now, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you will name him Jesus.
He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God will give to him the throne of his ancestor David. He will reign over the house of Jacob for ever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.’
From Luke 1:30-33 (NRSV)
The lighting of the Advent Candles
Loving God, in the same way that Mary was perplexed by Gabriel’s visit, we are surprised by the wonderful ways you work in our lives. With each candle we light, we give thanks for the many blessings that you have bestowed on us. As we bring light to this candle, so may you bring light to our world. Amen.
Hymn—O Come, O Come Emmanuel
Closing prayer
Close your worship time together with sharing of joys and concerns
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Week 3 Advent Wreath Devotions
WEEK 3—SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2008
Scripture Sentences
(may be read by one person or divided into parts)
The spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me;
he has sent me to bring good news to the oppressed, to bind up the broken-hearted,to proclaim liberty to the captives, and release to the prisoners;
2to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all who mourn; 3
From Isaiah 61:1-2 (NRSV)
The lighting of the Advent Candles
Loving God, help us to be your light in the world. As we share not just “seasons greetings,” but the love of Christ with others this season, shine your radiance through us to bring light to all we encounter. As we bring light to this candle, so may you bring light to our world. Amen.
Hymn—Arise, Your Light is Come!
Closing prayer
Close your time together with sharing of joys and concerns
Scripture Sentences
(may be read by one person or divided into parts)
The spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me;
he has sent me to bring good news to the oppressed, to bind up the broken-hearted,to proclaim liberty to the captives, and release to the prisoners;
2to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all who mourn; 3
From Isaiah 61:1-2 (NRSV)
The lighting of the Advent Candles
Loving God, help us to be your light in the world. As we share not just “seasons greetings,” but the love of Christ with others this season, shine your radiance through us to bring light to all we encounter. As we bring light to this candle, so may you bring light to our world. Amen.
Hymn—Arise, Your Light is Come!
Closing prayer
Close your time together with sharing of joys and concerns
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Week 2 Advent Wreath Devotions
WEEK 2—SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2008
Scripture Sentences
(may be read by one person or divided into parts)
3A voice cries out:‘In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a highway for our God.
4Every valley shall be lifted up, and every mountain and hill be made low;the uneven ground shall become level, and the rough places a plain.
5Then the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all people shall see it together, for the mouth of the Lord has spoken.’
From Isaiah 40:3-5 (NRSV)
The lighting of the Advent Candles
Loving God, be with us in these weeks of preparation. Help us to prepare not just by decorating and baking and shopping, but by making room in our hearts to experience the anticipation and wonder and joy that the celebration of the birth of your Son brings. As we bring light to this candle, so may you bring light to our world. Amen.
Hymn—Comfort, Comfort You My People
Closing prayer
Close your time together with sharing of joys and concerns
Scripture Sentences
(may be read by one person or divided into parts)
3A voice cries out:‘In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a highway for our God.
4Every valley shall be lifted up, and every mountain and hill be made low;the uneven ground shall become level, and the rough places a plain.
5Then the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all people shall see it together, for the mouth of the Lord has spoken.’
From Isaiah 40:3-5 (NRSV)
The lighting of the Advent Candles
Loving God, be with us in these weeks of preparation. Help us to prepare not just by decorating and baking and shopping, but by making room in our hearts to experience the anticipation and wonder and joy that the celebration of the birth of your Son brings. As we bring light to this candle, so may you bring light to our world. Amen.
Hymn—Comfort, Comfort You My People
Closing prayer
Close your time together with sharing of joys and concerns
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Week 1 Advent Wreath Devotions
WEEK 1—SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2008
Scripture Sentences
(may be read by one person or divided into parts)
When you did awesome deeds that we did not expect, you came down, the mountains quaked at your presence.
4From ages past no one has heard, no ear has perceived,no eye has seen any God besides you, who works for those who wait for him.
5You meet those who gladly do right, those who remember you in your ways.
From Isaiah 64:3-5a (NRSV)
The Lighting of the Advent Candle
Loving God, with our hearts still full of thanksgiving, hear us as we raise our thanks to you for the greatest gift, your Son Jesus. Fill us with gratitude in this season of expectation. As we bring light to this candle, so may you bring light to our world. Amen.
Hymn—Come Thou Long Expected Jesus
Closing prayer
Close your time together with sharing of joys and concerns
Scripture Sentences
(may be read by one person or divided into parts)
When you did awesome deeds that we did not expect, you came down, the mountains quaked at your presence.
4From ages past no one has heard, no ear has perceived,no eye has seen any God besides you, who works for those who wait for him.
5You meet those who gladly do right, those who remember you in your ways.
From Isaiah 64:3-5a (NRSV)
The Lighting of the Advent Candle
Loving God, with our hearts still full of thanksgiving, hear us as we raise our thanks to you for the greatest gift, your Son Jesus. Fill us with gratitude in this season of expectation. As we bring light to this candle, so may you bring light to our world. Amen.
Hymn—Come Thou Long Expected Jesus
Closing prayer
Close your time together with sharing of joys and concerns
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