DECEM BER 21
A COURAGEOUS PRAYER PSALM 23
O R D E R O F WO R S H I P 8:30 | 9:45
Prelude Once in Royal David’s City | Hymn #711 Welcome and Dwell Liturgy Hark! the Herald Angels Sing | Hymn #779 The Sacrament of Baptism O Little Town of Bethlehem | Hymn #751 Life of the Congregation * Pastoral Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer The Lord Is My Shepherd | Psalm 23
A COURAGEOUS P R AY E R PSALM 23
DR. RICHARD KANNWISCHER S E N I O R PA S T O R
The First Noel | Hymn #765 Invitation and Benediction Postlude
* For 9:45 service only
O R D E R O F WO R S H I P 11:15
All Creation Sing | Joy to the World Welcome and Dwell Liturgy The Sacrament of Baptism Build My Life Life of the Congregation Pastoral Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer King of Kings
A COURAGEOUS P R AY E R PSALM 23
DR. RICHARD KANNWISCHER S E N I O R PA S T O R
Surely Goodness, Surely Mercy | Psalm 23 Invitation and Benediction Postlude
Congregational songs are listed in bold italic.
DW E L L OV E RV I E W JA N UA RY
Dwell: Living in God’s Presence with the Psalms Psalm 90 | God’s Greatest Desire Psalm 27 | Why We’re So Afraid Psalm 1 | How to Dwell (And Not Dwell) Psalm 135 | The Power of Prayer
F E B R UA RY
Amazed: Loving the One to Whom You Pray Psalm 19 | God is Creator Psalm 145 | God is Sovereign Psalm 86 | God is Faithful Psalm 146 | God is Just
MARCH
Curious: Bringing Your Questions to God Psalm 8 | What is Man that You are Mindful of Him? Psalm 137 | How Can We Sing In A Foreign Land? Psalm 13 | How Long? Psalm 22 | Why Have You Forsaken Me? Psalm 121 | Where Will My Help Come From?
APRIL
Hopeful: Choosing Anticipation Over Despair Psalm 40 | Waiting: From Pit to Rock Psalm 118 | Rescuing: From Surrounded to Salvation Psalm 16 | Rising: From Death to Life Psalm 42 | Hoping: From Tears to Trust
M AY
Vulnerable: Asking God for What You Need Psalm 39 | Hear Me Psalm 139 | Search Me Psalm 67 | Bless Me Psalm 25 | Remember Me
JUNE
Faithful: Relying on God in Uncertain Times Psalm 62 | Salvation: A Rocky Shelter Psalm 91 | Trust: A Feathered Nest Psalm 130 | Patience: A Watchful Guardian Psalm 18 | Help: A Sure Step Psalm 85 | Righteousness: An Unlikely Kiss
J U LY
Persevering: Struggling with God Psalm 2 | The Raging Nations Psalm 70 | The Slow Response Psalm 142 | The Cave Prison Psalm 88 | The Closest Friend
AU G U S T
Teachable: Following God’s Guidance and Wisdom Psalm 119 | A Bright Lamp Psalm 37 | A Heart’s Desire Psalm 127 | A Deep Sleep Psalm 73 | A Forever Portion Psalm 32 | A Loving Eye
SEPTEMBER
Unifying: Pursuing a Deeper Togetherness Psalm 133 | The Goal: Dwelling in Unity Psalm 55 | The Problem: A Lack of Trust Psalm 34 | The Solution: The Lord is Good Psalm 15 | The Result: A New Way to Live
OCTOBER
Gracious: Healing Our Brokenness Psalm 36 | Aware Psalm 51 | Admit Psalm 31 | Trust Psalm 103 | Remember
N OV E M B E R
Grateful: Giving Thanks Every Day Psalm 100 | Because You Belong to Him Psalm 50 | Because He is Not Silent Psalm 136 | Because of His Love Psalm 107 | Because of Your Story
D E C E M B E R / A DV E N T
Joyful: Celebrating the Savior Psalm 131 | Joy as Humble Presence Psalm 46 | Joy as Peaceful Presence Psalm 63 | Joy as Loving Presence Psalm 23 | Joy as Hopeful Presence
BAPTISMS 8:30
BRIDGE SAMUEL KVIETKUS Son | Born: June 19, 2025 Parents: Carolina and Tyler Kvietkus Grandparents: Debbi and Bob Kvietkus; Jill and Dave Whitridge PSA L M 13 0 : 5 I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope.
9:45
CHARLOTTE WILL CHESNEY Daughter | Born: January 1, 2025 Parents: Becca and Lamar Chesney, Jr. Sibling: Skylar (2) Grandparents: Renee and Al Allison; Kim and Lamar Chesney, Sr. RO M A N S 12 : 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
MARGARET GRACE DUNN Daughter | Born: July 31, 2025 Parents: Mary Grace and Cameron Dunn Sibling: Ward (2) Grandparents: De Anne and Jamie Dunn; Ellen and Bruce Shaw I SA I A H 4 3 : 2- 4 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior; I give Egypt for your ransom, Cush and Seba in your stead. Since you are precious and honored in my sight, and because I love you, I will give people in exchange for you, nations in exchange for your life.
BAPTISMS 9:45
T Y L E R OW E N H U I B R E G T S E Son | Born: July 15, 2025 Parents: Nicole and Eric Huibregtse Grandparents: Michael Huibregtse; Kit Pepper Lescallette; Diane and Michael Smith RO M A N S 15 :13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
W I N F I E L D C H A P M A N ( W I N ) S U L L I VA N Son | Born: May 18, 2025 Parents: Ali and Patrick Sullivan Siblings: Aila (4); Camp (2) Grandparents: Rhonda and Kevin Chapman, Ellen and Terry Sullivan P H I L I P P I A N S 1: 9 -11 And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God.
BAPTISMS 11:15
K N OX L E W I S B L A K E Son | Born: April 24, 2025 Parents: Mary Wade and Daniel Blake Sibling: JD (2) Grandparents: Susan and Rick Ballou; Ellen and Otis Blake; Nancy Blake 1 C O R I N T H I A N S 16 :13 -14 Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love.
DA KO TA E L I Z A B E T H D U R DA L L E R Daughter | Born: June 13, 2025 Parents: Amanda and Christiaan Durdaller Grandparents: Joyce and Paul Durdaller; Elizabeth and William Hall PSA L M 13 9 :14 -16 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth. Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.
R E M I V I R G I N I A S H AW Daughter | Born: April 25, 2025 Parents: Natalie and Graham Shaw Sibling: Brooke (3) Grandparents: Susan and Lee Pittman; Diana and Kevin Shaw 1 T H E S SA LO N I A N S 5 : 2 3 -2 4 May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it.
BAPTISMS 11:15
M A D E L I N E J A M E S T R AV I S Daughter | Born: February 5, 2025 Parents: Frances and James Travis Sibling: David (2) Grandparents: Joy and Kennard Neal; Laura and Michael Travis PROV E R B S 31: 2 5 , 3 0 She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come... Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
B R O O K S D AV I D W I L S O N Son | Born: May 30, 2025 Parents: Maddie and Andrew Wilson Sibling: Olivia (3) Grandparents: Georgia and Mark Perrotta; Betsy and Gary Wilson PSA L M 27: 4 One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in his temple.
SERMON OUTLINE A C O U R A G E O U S P R AY E R Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. 6 Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. 1
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Ten surprises from a prayer you think you already know: 1. Sheep only lie down if they’re full. 2. Sheep often get lost. 3. The death-shadow ravine is real. 4. Fear melts when God moves from “He” to “You.” 5. Sheep are vulnerable and require constant care. 6. Only a servant prepares the table. 7. The feast is more expensive than you think. 8. You are a cherished guest. 9. You are being followed. 10. The invitation to dwell starts now.
Daily Dwell: December 21-27 Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. - Psalm 23:6
FINISH STRONG E N D OF Y EA R G IV I N G The end of the year is an incredibly important time at Peachtree Church. 25% of our annual giving is received during the month of December through your generous gifts. We ask that you help us to finish strong this year by: G IV ING ONLINE Online giving is fast and convenient. You can make a one-time gift or schedule recurring giving through your credit card, bank, or debit card.
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CHRISTMAS EVE C A N D L E L I G H T S E RV I C E S Tonight | 6pm Tuesday, December 23 | 4pm and 6pm Wednesday, December 24 | 2pm | 4pm | 6pm | 8pm The majesty of the Advent season is captured in music, message, and the beauty of sharing the light of Christ with candles, as we are led by our choir and orchestra and sing our favorite Christmas hymns. The nursery will be open for the 4pm service on December 23 and the 2pm and 4pm services on December 24.
On December 24, we will be livestreaming our 6pm service at
PeachtreeChurch.com/Watch YO U N G FA M I L I E S S E RV I C E Wednesday, December 24 | 10am Join us for this interactive service for families of toddlers and young preschoolers. This delightful telling of Christmas will capture the hearts of children and parents alike. Sing your favorite carols and experience God’s story in a fresh way. Visit the nativity animals on the front lawn before or after the service. Nursery is available for children birth to age 3 for this service.
Registration is required for Christmas Eve Candlelight services so that we can prepare to welcome all who join us. Register today at
PeachtreeChurch.com/Christmas As services reach capacity, additional seating will be available in the Fellowship Hall. On the Sunday after Christmas, December 28, we will hold one worship service at 9:45am.
“The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and the one who is wise saves lives.” —Proverbs 11:30 (NIV)
In January, Peachtree Church will begin a yearlong journey through Cultivate: Life Together in the Spirit, inviting our whole congregation to grow in faith together. Every month we will explore a different fruit of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control— and discover how God nurtures these qualities in our lives. Join us as we look forward to a year of deeper transformation and a closer walk with Jesus.
We believe lasting transformation happens best in community. We hope you will consider being part of a Belong Group where you’ll have access to monthly resources like: Teaching Videos Podcast Conversations Written Group Guides
Scan the QR code to sign up for a Belong Group
January THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT February LOVE March JOY April PEACE
May PATIENCE
September GENTLENESS
June KINDNESS
October SELF-CONTROL
July GOODNESS
November THE FRUIT OF YOUR LIFE
August FAITHFULNESS
Scan the QR code to learn more or visit:
PeachtreeChurch.com/Cultivate
Introducing Cultivate by Dr. Kannwischer A NEW RESOURCE F O R P E AC H T R E E C H U R C H
Available January 6
Peachtree Church is thrilled to celebrate the release of Cultivate, the first book by our Senior Pastor, Dr. Richard Kannwischer! Rooted in the fruit of the Spirit, Cultivate invites readers to experience genuine spiritual transformation as God, the Master Gardener, renews growth and new life within us.
Launching January 6, 2026, this book aligns with our focus for the coming year and invites us to become a people who open ourselves to God’s ongoing work of restoration in both our personal lives and in our shared life as a congregation.
Scan the QR code for more details and to pre-order Cultivate: How God Grows
the Fruit of the Spirit within Us.
2026 Women’s Winter Study
THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT LOVE | JOY | PEACE
JANUARY 27-APRIL 23 Tuesdays | 7pm Thursdays | 7:20am* | 10am *Zoom Only
Register at
PeachtreeChurch.com/Women
Grow in grace. Live your faith. Become more like Jesus.
REG IS TR ATI ON IS NOW OPEN FOR HONOUR AC ADEMY CL A SSES IN 2026 Sunday Evenings | January 11, 18 & 25 | 6pm Sunday Mornings | February 8-March 29 | 9:45am
Programming for all ages. Scan the QR code to register, or visit
PeachtreeChurch.com/Honour
MILESTONES Just as families keep in touch about joys and sorrows, our church family at Peachtree wants to do the same. During your prayers this week, we ask you to lift up these people to God.
H O SPI TA LS
BI RT H
Marge Anderson Georgian Lakes (Rehab) Mary Jordan North Fulton (Rehab) Max King | CHOA Elizabeth Munson Home Hospice Care Stephen Schoen Emory Spinal Center Bob Smith | Heritage Hospice
Kora Elizabeth Couture | 12/8 Elizabeth and Thomas Couture Grandparents: Beth and Tom Tye
FA M I LY M E M BE R DE AT H S Scot Thompson | 12/7 Husband of Valerie Thompson Krisi Johnson | 12/14 Sister of Courtnay Bazemore
The beautiful flowers in the Sanctuary this morning are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of
Spencer Watson Bowles by his adoring parents, Marie and Chris
A DV E N T W R E AT H Advent candles help us keep watch for the coming of Jesus. Today, we relight the candles of hope and peace and light the candle of joy as we wait in anticipation for the celebration of Christ’s birth. 8:30 | Shayne and Tyler Thompson; Gentry and Hollis 9:45 | Ginger and Hugh Scott; Hampton and Rhodes 11:15 | Joy and Kennard Neal; Frances, James, David and Madeline Travis; Chloe Marks and John Neal
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