December 1, 2024 First Sunday of Advent
Scripture: Luke 2:22-38
Advent Celebration… Lighting the HOPE Candle…
Lighters: Miles & Morgan Jesuncosky
Responsive Reading: Isaiah 9:2, 6-7
P: “The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.
C: For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
P: Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end.
C: He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this.”
(One purple candle is lit)
Pastoral Prayer: Lord, as we light this purple candle of hope, we remember that Your light pierces the darkness and brings hope to all who trust in You. Fill our hearts with anticipation for Your coming, and may we carry this hope into every corner of our lives. Amen.