The Worship of God December 15, 2019 ∙ 10:45 am Third Sunday of Advent Scripture Lesson John 1:1-5 Jane Huss The Moravian star at the front of the sanctuary is a traditional Advent decoration of the Anthem Light Looked Down arr. Parks Moravian church, a Protestant denomination that originated in what is today the Czech Sanctuary Choir Republic. These stars were traditionally made in Moravian boarding schools in the 19th century, likely as part of a geometry lesson. The star reminds us of the star that guided the Magi to find Gospel Reading Luke 2:1-12 (The Message) Dale Chandler the Christ child. The star also symbolizes the Christ Child himself of whom Scripture prophesied, “A star shall come out of Jacob,” (Numbers 24:17). The Word of God for the People of God. T hanks be to God. ++ Offertory Carol No. 110 Away in a Manger MUELLER Prelude And the Glory of the Lord G. F. Handel ++ Offertory Prayer Dale Chandler Welcome Jennifer Rygg Please sign the friendship register and pass it down the pew. If you are the last to sign, please date and tear out the sheet and place it in the offering plate. Offertory In the Bleak Midwinter arr. Darden Sanctuary Choir Scriptural Invocation Isaiah 9:2, 6 Jennifer Rygg Online giving cards are available in the pew racks. These cards include instructions for making an online contribution and may be placed in the offering plate as an act of worship. Call to Worship A Light Shall Shine arr. Schram ++Offertory Response N o. 706 The Doxology OLD 100TH, alt. Sanctuary Choir with Lou Wood, s oloist During the Doxology, children are invited to gather at the front of the sanctuary. As we prepare to light the candles on the Advent wreath, the Bible will be placed on the altar. During this Advent season, may the words of Scripture help us prepare for the birth of Christ. Children’s Sermon “Sharing Joy” Jennifer Rygg Lighting of the Advent Candle Frazier and Haluska Families After the children's sermon, children ages 4 - 2nd grade depart for Children’s Chapel. We light three candles on the Advent wreath, with the pink candle representing joy, as we look forward to celebrating Christ’s birth. Scripture Lesson Luke 2:13-14 Steve Hansen Through faith in Jesus, we know that greater joy is yet to come when our Lord returns in glory. We will live in his presence forever! Anthems Glory in the Highest! arr. Larson In Psalm 16, we read: “I keep the Lord always before me; because he is at my right The First Noel / Pachelbel’s Canon arr. Clawson hand, I shall not be moved. Therefore my heart is glad, and my soul rejoices; My body also rests secure. Scripture Lesson John 1:9-14 Paul Schultz For you do not give me up to Sheol, or let your faithful one see the Pit. You show me the path of life. In your presence there is fullness of joy; Duet Would I Miss the Miracle? Stewart and Nolan In your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” P salm 16:8-11 Chris Cottingham and Tammy Gladson ++ Carol No. 102 Joy to the World! The Lord Is Come ANTIOCH Invitation to Respond Jennifer Rygg ++Carol of Response N o. 127 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing MENDELSSOHN During the hymn of response, those who desire to follow Christ as Savior, to renew their relationship with God, to unite with this church, or to seek prayer are invited to come forward. Announcements and Pastoral Benediction Jennifer Rygg Meditation Glorious Impossible arr. Fettke As the candles are extinguished, the flame is carried from the sanctuary, reminding us that as we leave this time and space of worship, the Holy Spirit goes with us. ++ Benediction Carol N o. 87 Arise, Your Light Is Come (1st verse) FESTAL SONG ++ Congregation is invited to stand. Those who prefer may remain seated. CCLI License # 1542736 Worship Notes Children and Worship: Children of all ages are welcome to join us for worship. If you would like a separate space to nurse or sit with young children during the service, the church library (located behind the sanctuary in room 209) has a rocking chair. The service can be heard through the hallway speakers. Nursery care is available in room 102 for children ages 4 and younger. Children’s Bulletins are available at the sanctuary entrances. Worship Bags are available in front of the first pew on each side of the sanctuary. Please take a bag at the beginning of the service and return it to the hook at the end of the service. Children’s Sermon takes place after the Doxology. Children of all ages are invited to gather at the front of the sanctuary. Following the children’s sermon, children ages 4 - 2nd grade may be dismissed to Children’s Chapel. I bring you good news of great joy. Children’s Chapel meets in room 215. Children exit after the Children’s Sermon and Luke 2:10 return to the sanctuary during the hymn of response. every member a minister December 15, 2019 CHURCH STAFF Rev. Jennifer McClung Rygg ∙ Pastor Third Sunday of Advent Rev. Chris Cottingham ∙ Minister of Music and Youth Rev. Cara Morgan ∙ Volunteer Minister to Young Adults First Baptist Church of Pendleton Laina Calhoun ∙ Senior Fellowship Coordinator Marlena Dixon ∙ Building Manager 351 South Broad Street ∙ PO Box 187 ∙ Pendleton, SC 29670 Keleigh Frazier ∙ Director of Children’s Ministry Richard Huss ∙ Organist Joseph Reed ∙ Office Manager Becky Westmoreland ∙ Financial Assistant (864) 646-3913 w ww.fbcpendleton.org .