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Third Sunday Of Advent - Joy

Third Sunday of Advent, Traditional Service

Join us for our traditional Advent worship service every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. You can also worship with us from home through Facebook Live or Zoom. Experience the beauty of Advent with inspiring music from our chancel choir, bell choirs, instrumentalists, and piano or organ.

Join us right after worship service in the Fellowship Hall for Fellowship Hour. All are invited to join us for light refreshments and fellowship.


Join us for our Christmas Eve Servies in the Sanctuary for a heartwarming celebration of Christ’s Birth or connect with us virtually through Facebook Live or Zoom. Whether you choose to be with us in person or from the comfort of your home, you’ll be a part of a cherished holiday tradition.

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Third Sunday of Advent

Lighting of the Advent Candle: Bryan and Barbara Ackland

Bible Text:

  • Isaiah 35:1-10
  • Luke 1:46-55

Sermon:AmazedPastor Natalie Bell

Musical Leadership: Dorothy Brittain

Kids Prelude: Away in a Manger, The Joyful Noise, led by Sue Riley

Choral Anthem: “Our Hope is in Emmanuel” – Victor C. Johnson | Diane Doolittle -flute

Offertory:  “Sleepers, Wake!” – J.S. Bach | Diane Doolittle -flute

Postlude: “Emmanuel Has Come- Mark Hayes

Music by permission: Onelicense #M-401389; CCLI #3071145