ADVENT CANDLELIGHT WORSHIP SERVICE Sunday, December 4, 2011

THE CANDLES OF ADVENT 1ST Sunday The Candle of Hope The prophet Isaiah wrote, "See, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way; the voice of one crying out in the wilderness: 'Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.'" Mark 1:2-3 2nd Sunday The Candle of Peace Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. Matthew 11:28-30 3rd Sunday The Candle of Joy The Lord your God is in the midst of you, a Mighty One, a Savior! He will rejoice over you with joy; He will rest and in His love He will be silent and make no mention; He will exult over you with singing. Zephaniah 3: 17 4th Sunday The Candle of Love And. walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us, a slain offering and sacrifice to God, a sweet fragrance. Ephesians 5: 2

The Call to Worship

Bradshaw

Reverend Jacquelyn

Scriptural Invocation Prayer of Invocation

Welcome & Passing of the Peace Congregation

Song of Praise & Adoration Faithful The Celebration of Advent World The Purpose of Advent The Lighting of the Candles The Advent Prayer Celebrative Praise Hymn of Preparation The Word of God Christmas The Invitation to Salvation A Very Special O, Come All Ye Joy to the

Advent Litany

Prayer of Benediction Thy Name Please stand at this time.

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