Bulletin

Leader: "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 named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." (Isaiah 9:2, 6)

Leader: Today we remember the prophets of old, who demanded to be heard, who dared to speak of a child to come, unexpected liberator of the people, vulnerable incarnation of the Holiest of Holies, a new name for God.

People: Today we give thanks for the prophets among us, who bring to us surprising new visions of hope, who challenge us to see ourselves and our world through the eyes of Christ, who show us a future we never anticipated.

Leader: On this first Sunday of Advent, we light this candle as a symbol of the prophets who renew our faith and remind us of what may be. Let us pray:

People: Almighty and eternal God, who long ago prepared men, women and children for the arrival of your Son, and whose spirit continues now to work to illumine our darkened lives with the light of the Gospel: Prepare now our spirits that Christ may dwell in us, and ever reign in our thoughts and values. Most mighty and loving God, bestow upon us your light, that we may turn away from the darkness of our hearts and embrace the King of love and the very Prince of Peace. In his name we pray. Amen.

A Children’s Message

Scripture Lessons: Jeremiah 33:14 – 16; Luke 21:25 – 36

Presentation of Gifts/Doxology: # 95 (UMH)

*Hymn: # 211 (UMH) vs. 1, 6 & 7 “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel”

Sermon: “Preparation for Celebration: Be Alert!”

Sharing Joys and Concerns/ Pastoral Prayer/Lord’s Prayer

*Hymn: # 2129 (TFWS) “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus”

Musician: Shirley Tennant Preacher: Rev. Dr. Gerhardt Miller

An Advent Sermon Series: “Preparation for Celebration”

Nov. 28th: “Be Alert!” (Luke 21:25 – 36) Dec. 5th: “Rough Ways” (Luke 3:1 – 6)

Dec. 12th: “Bear Fruits” (Luke 3:7 – 18) Dec. 19th: “His Mercy” (Luke 1:39 – 55)

FYI: There are ear buds in the back if anyone needs them.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELCOME

Articles for the December Newsletter are due Tuesday, November 30th.

The Confirmation Class, 7th and 8th grades and higher will meet on Wednesday,

December 1st, at 6:45 p.m. at the church.

This week’s Prayer List includes: Jese Como, Julie Wiethoff and Dan Marti.

Please check the chart for the “Blessed To Be A Blessing” project and take a “Turkey”

to give to one of the shut-ins or give a call to one of the names for November.

60 boxes for Operation Christmas Child were delivered to First UMC in New Ulm. The

Thanksgiving Offering will go towards paying for the cost of the boxes.

FYI: If you want to set up or stop automatic giving, please talk to Jamie Krzmarzick and

she can help you.

If anyone would like to send Linette Hinderman a card of encouragement her address is:

10517 Cavell Avenue S., Bloomington, MN. 55438

COMING EVENTS:

The Trustees Committee will meet Monday, December 13th at 6:00 p.m.

The Administrative Council will meet on Monday, December 13th at 7:00 p.m.

“This Is The Day That The Lord Hath Made;

We Will Rejoice And Be Glad In It. Psalm 118:24