December 07, 2025 9:30 & 11:00AM Worship
Second Sunday of Advent
SUNDAY WORSHIP, EDUCATION & FELLOWSHIP WORSHIP,
WORSHIP
9:30AM* & 11:00AM | Sanctuary
*Livestream available on waynepres.org
CHILD CARE
For infants & toddlers
9:15AM - 12:15PM | Rms 101/102
SUNDAY SCHOOL
9:30AM-10:30AM
Preschool (Age 2 - Pre-K) | Rm 103
Kindergarten & 1 Grade | Rm 304 st
2 & 3 Grade | Rm 301 nd rd
4 & 5 Grade | Rm 306 th th
Middle School (6 & 7 ) | Rm 204 th th
Confirmation Class (8 Grade) | Knox Rm th
High School | Rms 208/209
Grades K-5 start in Rm 303 for Joyful Noise and move to their classrooms afterwards.
FELLOWSHIP OF THE BEAN
Adult Discussion Group
9:30AM - 10:30AM | Library
SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY with Dr. Joe Modica 9:30AM Fireside Rm
COFFEE HOUR FELLOWSHIP
10:30AM | Connector
Join us in-between worship services , or afterwards on days with one service only.
CHILDREN’S CHOIR REHEARSAL
For children in Kindergarten - Grade 5 10:30AM - 11:00AM | Rm 303
YOUTH GROUP
For children in Grades 6-12 6:00PM - 8:00PM | Chapel
FOR A FULL VIEW OF PROGRAMMING & EVENTS, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: WAYNEPRES.ORG. A EVENTS, WEBSITE: WAYNEPRES.ORG.
LOOKING AHEAD IN WORSHIP
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Worship at 9:30AM & 11:00AM
Rev. Katy Shevel Preaching
The 3rd Sunday of Advent | Baptism Sunday
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Worship at 9:30AM & 11:00AM
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching
The 4th Sunday of Advent | Bell Sunday
Blue Christmas Service | 4:30PM | Chapel
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Christmas Eve Services 4:00PM | Family Service + Pageant 7:00PM | Choirs + Brass 10:00PM | Choral Octet + Brass
Sunday, December 28, 2025
First Sunday of Christmas
Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching 10:00AM Service Only
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Sunday, December 07, 2025
Sunday, December 2025
Second Sunday of Advent
+ Please stand as you are able.
Prelude | John Grecia, piano George Winston (1949-2023)
Based on “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” by J. S. Bach Joy
+ Call to Worship
Christ, the One who was, and is, and is to come, welcomes you to this place. As one body, with one voice, we honor and glorify the giver of wisdom, counsel, knowledge, and joy. Come, let us worship the Lord together.
+ Hymn 96:
WINCHESTER NEW On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry
Advent Candle Lighting | 9:30AM, Connell Family | 11:00AM, Gerner-Funk Family
+ Call to Confession
+ Prayer of Confession
Lord, we have fallen short of Your glory. Forgive us as we look forward to your arrival among us, and your promised return. For You did not consider it equality with God, but set yourself aside, and took the form of a human, lived a sinless life, and died on the cross to offer forgiveness of our sins, to the Glory of God the Father.
Forgive us when we do not show mercy, when we do not work together for the hope to come. Forgive us when we do not respond to your call to repent. Thank you, Lord, that you forgive all who call on your name. Amen.
+ Declaration of Forgiveness
Hear the Good News: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Thanks be to God.
+ Response of Praise: Come , Thou Long Expected Jesus (Verse 2)
+ Passing of the Peace
The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you.
Words of Welcome & Announcements
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading | Isaiah 11:1-10
+ Hymn 87: GENEVAN 42 Comfort , Comfort Now My People
Scripture Reading | Matthew 3:1-12
Anthem | Quartet
O Jesus, Grant Me Hope and Comfort
Johann Wolfgang Franck (1644-1710)
Setting: Michael Burkhardt (b. 1957)
O Jesus, grant me hope and comfort; O let me ne ’ er in sorrow pine. My heart , my soul , yea, all my being, O Jesus trust alone in Thee. Thou Prince of Peace , Thou Pearl from heaven , True God , true Man , My Morning Star. O come , Thou precious Sun most radiant , Thy beams illumine my heart , my soul. O Jesus, with Thy advent quiet my restless soul and anxious mind. In true humility I welcome Thee , Jesus Christ , my Joy divine. My thoughts, desires , and all my longing, I dedicate , O Christ , to Thee. O come , Thou precious Sun most radiant , Thy beams illumine my heart , my soul. - William Osterwald (17th century)
Sermon | “Out of Excuses” | The Rev. Ryan Balsan
Time for Reflection
+ Affirmation of Faith | The Apostles’ Creed
I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified,diedand was buried; he descended intohell;on the third day he rose again from thedead;he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.
Invitation to Gratitude
Your gifts allow God’s work to be done in our congregation, in our community and in our world. Donate now by texting the word GIVE (not case sensitive) to: (610)-819-4483, or scan the QR code on your phone to give online. You may make a one-time donation, or set up a recurring donation. Please feel free to give in-person as well.
Offertory Anthem | 9:30AM Chancel Choir | 11:00AM Quartet + Choral Scholars
O Thou that Tellest Good Tidings to Zion (from Messiah) G. F. Handel (1685-1759)
O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion , get thee up into the high mountain: O thou that tellest good tidings to Jerusalem, lift up thy voice with strength; lift it up, be not afraid; say unto the cities of Judah, Behold you God! Arise , shine , for thy light is come , and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.
+ Doxology and Prayer of Dedication: Hymn 606
Orison | 9:30AM Chancel Choir | 11:00AM Quartet + Choral Scholars
Give Ear unto Our Prayer, O God Hal H. Hopson (1933-2025)
Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer
+ Hymn 105: BESANÇON People, Look East
+ Benediction | 9:30AM Chancel Choir | 11:00AM Quartet + Choral Scholars
Come , Lord Jesus Anna Laura Page (b. 1943)
Postlude | John Grecia, organ
Melismata Variations Richard Proulx (1937-2010)
PRAYER REQUESTS PRAYER
Please hold the following in prayer: Buzz Mossholder, Carl, Derek Pimlett, Jackson, Jane, Jess, Kiki Ross, Linda Whitehead, Nancy, Richard, Scott Born, Sean, Susan, Ted Behr, Tom and family, & the Youth Director search
To submit a prayer request, please visit waynepres.org or call the church office.
WAYNE ORATORIO SOCIETY CONCERT TONIGHT ! WAYNE ORATORIO SOCIETY CONCERT TONIGHT!
Join us back in the Sanctuary this evening at 7:30PM for a presentation of Handel's Messiah, performed by the Wayne Oratorio Society. All are welcome. Arrive early for preferred seating and parking. A free-will offering will be taken during intermission to support the Society.
2025 ALTERNATIVE GIFTS 2025 ALTERNATIVE GIFTS
GIVE A GIFT THAT GIVES TWICE!
Honor someone special in your life while supporting a meaningful cause. Instead of a traditional material gift during the Christmas season, make a donation to Wayne Presbyterian Church to support a mission partner of your choice. In return, you receive a card to give a loved one, describing the donation made in their name. For more
information, contact Sally Hudson: sally.g.hudson@gmail.com. Scan the QR code to access the gift guide and online order form.
O R D E R S D U E B Y D E C E M B E R 1 2 t h ORDERS DUE BY DECEMBER 12th
2025 DEACONS’ CHRISTMAS ANGELS DEACONS’
BE AN ANGEL TO A FAMILY IN NEED
You are invited to provide a meal & seasonal items to a family in need for the holidays. This is a compassionate way to give directly. Select a family to support, peruse shopping suggestions, and learn how to pack your items for drop-off, all on our website, which can be accessed by scanning the QR code. Your purchased blessings can be brought to the
WPC parking lot in a sturdy bin marked with a provided 'angel number,' on Saturday, December 13 from 8:00AM - 9:30AM. With questions, contact Debbie Gillespie at: ddgillespie@verizon.net. Thank you!
2025 POINSETTIA DEDICATION PROGRAM 2025 POINSETTIA DEDICATION PROGRAM
TO DONATE AND DEDICATE
This tradition offers a meaningful way to honor, celebrate or remember a loved one while contributing to the Poinsettia trees in our Sanctuary. The complete list of dedications will be published on our website and in the Connector. All donations support the Chancel Decorating Fund. Poinsettias may be taken home after the final Christmas Eve service.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE | DECEMBER 14 AT MIDNIGHT
For assistance placing your order, please contact Lani Fabere. lanifabere@gmail.com | (610) 368 - 4300
DINNER AND A MOVIE: ELF Join Children’s Ministry in the Chapel on Friday, December 12 from 6:00-8:00PM, for lots of laughs with Buddy the elf! Children in Kindergarten - Grade 5 will enjoy a special screening of this magical adventure, pizza and snacks with friends, all while learning about friendship, bravery & the spirit of Christmas. Sign-up online and contact Kelli Masters with questions at kelli@waynepres.org.
. ADVENT LUNCHEON FOR SENIORS | HOSTED BY THE DEACONS Be our guest on Sunday, December 14! Seniors are invited to come enjoy a delicious meal and celebrate God’s goodness with fellowship! Hear shared stories of Christmas memories from Senior Members: Sal Ambrosio, Gary Jones and Mary Angela Tait. Join us in the Chapel immediately following 11:00AM Worship. Please register online by December 9. Contact Margie McPherson at mcphemargie@gmail.com.
ONE BOOK ONE CHURCH 2026
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BOOK SALE
Join us as we consider truth, science, faith and trust: four foundations of our 2026 OBOC book, The Road to Wisdom , written by Francis Collins, scientist and committed Christian. Join us in the Connector on Sundays during Coffee Hour to purchase your copy for $20. Book club discussions begin February 25, and will continue through the end of March, including special programming featuring guest speaker, Francis Collins, himself on March 14 and 15. Save the dates and stay tuned for more information to follow! Please contact Janice Mack with questions at: gardengirl65@gmail.com. Happy reading!
CASSEROLE MINISTRY
We’ve doubled our impact! Casserole Ministry is now meeting twice a month to prepare meals for our local food banks. This means more opportunities to serve and share love through food. Join us the third Friday of every month from 9:30AM-12:30PM and the fourth Monday of each month from 4:00PM7:00PM. Sign-up online with the QR code below, and email Lynne Samson with questions, or assistance signing up at: lynnesamson3@gmail.com. Thank you!
BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE
| Sometimes it’s not all festive celebrations and good cheer... Wayne Presbyterian Church invites you to an intimate Blue Christmas worship service on Sunday, December 21 at 4:30PM in the Chapel. This special, reflective service is for anyone who finds the holiday season difficult whether due to loss, stress, or loneliness. Join us for prayers, music, scripture, and moments of meditation led by Pastors Ryan Balsan, Katy Shevel and Tim Pretz, with music by John Grecia. Come as you are and find comfort and hope this Christmas.
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