December 1, 2024
First Sunday of Advent (Blue)
Prayer Focus: Hope
Welcome to worship at Central!
In the name of Jesus Christ, welcome to worship at Central where it is our mission to follow Jesus by loving God and loving our neighbors. Our clergy, Rev. Thomas Smith, Rev. Dr. Ann Kovan, and Rev. Meg Jiunnies, are grateful you’ve chosen to make Central a part of your day today. If it is your first time worshiping with us, please visit the rear Greeters Table and fill out a Connect Card where you will receive a gift from the church. Once again, welcome!
Sermon Note
Throughout December, Rev. Smith and Rev. Dr. Kovan will be preaching a sermon series titled Living In Between. Advent is a season that invites us to lean into the in-between time in which we live. We live between what God has done in Jesus and what God promises to one day do through Jesus. We live in the here and now with all of its joy and pain, while reflecting on Jesus’ birth and life and anticipating God’s new creation.
Baptism in the Sanctuary
Today, John Emerson Dent, son of Caroline and Tyler Dent, will be baptized in the Sanctuary.
Advent Greenery
The vases of greenery in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God in honor of Carol Baxley, Betty Hineline, Barbara Holladay, Gail Onley, and Carol Stone by Adriane Reynolds.
The Advent Wreath is given to the glory of God in loving memory of Bill Love by his family. The wreaths on The Commons doors are given to the glory of God in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Thad D. Gaddy by Robert and Margaret Morgan.
Order of Worship
Parish Concerns
Opening Prayer
Candle Lighting Meditation
Music (Sung by all)
*I Believe (Affirmation of Faith) ............................................................................ The Well Band
*If I Got Jesus ................................................................................................................ Ben Fuller Because He Lives ................................................................................................................ Hymn Prayers of the People
Children’s Dismissal
(Children ages 3K to 1st grade are welcome to attend Children’s Church and may be picked up in room #145 or #147 after the service.)
Connect & Refresh
(Offering one another signs of reconciliation and love within worship is an ancient Christian practice. This is a time to greet others, both familiar and new, whether in your seat, at a table, or while refilling your cup and plate. The countdown on the screen will alert you when it’s time to return to your seats for the next act of worship.)
Music (Sung by all)
Death Was Arrested
Assisting in Worship
Linda Richardson ............................................................................................................. by United Methodist Women
John Orr ............................................................................................................................................... by Cherrie Dean
Bob Sharpe, David & Lynda Grant ........................................................................................................ by David Grant
Bob Sharpe .......................................... by Brandie & Nathan Love, Jennifer & Jason Powers, Susan & Steve Powers MUSIC MINISTRY
Bob Sharpe .................................................................................................................................. by Jane & Larry Hubis
Mike Ballenger, Gloria Brown, John Orr, Nancy Player, Bob Sharpe .................................... by Harlene & Jerry Shealy SANTAHATCHIE MISSION
Steve West ...................................................................................................................................... by Kari & Ben King SUNSHINE CLASS
Linda Richardson .............................. by Gale & Dick Dixon, Pearl Jones/Rosa Sanders Circle, Nancy & Clary Rawl
Rev. Thomas Smith, Rev. Dr. Ann Kovan, Rev. Meg Jiunnies .................................................... by Carol & Ken Stone
Betty Gail & Reamer King .............................................................................................................. by Kari & Ben King
MINISTRY Dr. Dan & Mrs. Burnie Welch ................................................................................................. by Frances & Will King
Stay Connected with The Well’s Worship Music
Did you enjoy the worship songs from The Well today? Now you can sing along all week long! The Well has a dedicated YouTube playlist featuring the songs we sing during our blended genre Methodist worship service. Scan the QR Code to explore videos of your favorite worship songs, discover new songs for upcoming Sundays, and keep the spirit of worship alive in your daily life. Let the music of The Well uplift and inspire you throughout the week!
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