WORSHIP OF GOD
WORSHIP OF GOD
Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 11 a.m.
PRELUDE
In dulci jubilo (Hymn 122) Gabriel’s Message–The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came
Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 11 a.m.
Marcel Dupré Paul Manz
Jack Mitchener, organ
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP Karen Harwell
INVITATION TO WORSHIP
Karen Harwell
LIGHTING OF THE JOY CANDLE
The James Family BAUGH
Hope, Peace, Joy and Love
Hope, peace, joy and love! These are gifts You bring from above. Jesus, Emmanuel, come to be light of Your joy, reflected in me. HYMN NO. 126
He Shall Feed His Flock, from Messiah
Angels, From the Realms of Glory
LITANY
REGENT SQUARE Rev. Allie Osborne
Leader: Now is the time, let us pause.
Children K–5 may leave during this time for Kids Worship in room C-305 of the Children's Building.
SILENCE & PASTORAL PRAYER HYMN NO. 111 NEW TESTAMENT
SERMON
Away in a Manger Luke 1:26–38
Leader: Now is the moment, let us prepare our hearts.
CONGREGATIONAL BENEDICTION
Congregation: In our words, in our hearts, in all we say and do—may God’s extravagant love shine through.
ANTHEM
OFFERTORY PRAYER
Good Christian Friends, Rejoice 1 Samuel 2:1–4
(p. 214 in your pew Bible)
In the Bleak Midwinter
Sanctuary Choir; Jack Mitchener, organ
IN DULCI JUBILO
CRADLE SONG
If you're a guest who's ready to take the next step or a church member who wants to deepen your involvement, fill out the red pew card—I'm a Regular—and drop it in the offering plate. Let us know how we can help.
HOUSTON
Amanda Payne
Holst
Alison Kosnett
Bill Gabbard & Sharon Harle Rev. Brewer
Noël X: Grand Jeu et Duo Jack Mitchener, organ
Use it to share as much information as you like and drop it in the offering plate. We understand that some people are hesitant to fill out church cards. It's true—a member of our pastoral staff will reach out, but you won't be flooded with communication. Engagement with us will be at your own pace. RED CARD: FOR RETURNING GUESTS & SPDL MEMBERS
Reciting the Lord's Prayer together is a powerful experience, one that is guided by inclusion from its very first word. If prompted, we invite you to join us in this meaningful prayer practice. Our Father, Which art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
CHILDCARE DURING WORSHIP
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel! POSTLUDE
GREEN GUEST CARD: FOR FIRST TIMERS
Rev. Jonathan Hall
Rev. Ronnie Brewer
HYMN OF RESPONSE NO. 96 I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light
BENEDICTION
USING THE PEW CARDS
THE LORD'S PRAYER
Advent People: Mary
Congregation: In our homes, at our work, even while waiting in line—may we see the face of Christ.
Welcome to church! Make yourself at home here.
Valeria Milam
(p. 831 in your pew Bible)
OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGAGEMENT
Leader: Now is the time, let us watch.
OLD TESTAMENT
OLD 100TH
Those wishing to join Second-Ponce today are invited to come down front at this time.
Congregation: As we wait, may we hear the voice of God.
HYMN NO. 122
Handel
Rae Laury, soloist; Jack Mitchener, organ
DOXOLOGY (HYMN NO. 706) Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
WELCOME
RESPONSE HYMN
OFFERTORY
Newcomers INFO FOR
Louis-Claude Daquin
We love to see children at Second-Ponce, and we have a Kids’ Club area just for them! It's one floor up from the Sanctuary, and our greeters will be happy to show you the way. In the Kids' Club, there’s a nursery and Kids Worship for babies–5th grade. You may take your children to the Kids' Club before the service or, if you prefer, they can stay with you in the Sanctuary for the entire hour or until the Doxology when kids leave with ministry leaders.
JOINING SECOND-PONCE Second-Ponce enthusiastically welcomes you to make a commitment to Christ and our community of faith. At any time during the Hymn of Response, simply walk to the front of the Sanctuary where a member of our ministry team will greet you with warmth and joy. If you're uncomfortable being "in the spotlight," but still want to join–that's ok! Speak with one of our ministers after worship and they'll walk you through an alternate plan.