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St. Andrew
United Methodist
Church
Rev. Jeff Childress
December 22, 2019
Fourth Sunday of
Advent
Advent Sermon Series: Expect the Unexpected
Advent marks the beginning of another year in the cycle of Scriptures that presents the narrative of the love of God revealed to the world. Advent disrupts our rhythm of life and invades our world in strange and unexpected ways. Keeping Advent in our modern world means making space for the unexpected and embracing the disruption, which can ultimately lead to transformation.
First Sunday of Advent – December 1 Expect Something New
Isaiah 2:1-5
Second Sunday of Advent – December 8 Expect a Miracle Isaiah 11:1-10
Third Sunday of Advent – December 15 Advent Worship Presentation
Bethlehem Morning St. Andrew Chancel Choir
Fourth Sunday of Advent – December 22 Expect Faith to Deliver
Matthew 1:18-25
Christmas Eve – December 24 – 5:30pm Expect God to Work it Out
Luke 2:1-20
ENTRANCE AND GATHERING Prelude: Angels from the Realms of Glory Thomas Owens, organist
Welcome and Grace of Hospitality
*Bringing In the Light of Christ and Opening Praise (screen) Arise, Shine
Lighting the Advent Candle of Love Alex and Christy Greer *Call To Worship (responsively) From places deeply rooted, we gather to light our advent candles. From places yet undiscovered, we gather to sing our advent songs. From places still hidden in plain sight, we gather to read our advent texts. From places tangled with disappointment, we gather to share our advent prayers. From places we call home, we gather with our faith family to worship our Lord and Savior. *Hymn No. 240 Hark! the Herald Angels Sing *Prayer of Approach (in unison)
Most Holy God, you have a surprising preference for people who are small and humble, and who expect everything from you. You chose Mary, the unassuming virgin from Nazareth, to become the mother of your Son Jesus. You chose Joseph, the humble and gracious carpenter, to show us faithfulness in what seems impossible. Through your Holy Spirit, make us aware of the poverty of our hearts, that we may be open to you and welcome you, and be ready, like Mary and Joseph, to serve you and your plans, and expect wonderful things from you. Come to us once again and give yourself to us through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Music Presentation Silent, Night, Holy Night Tim Simpson, solo
Tithes and Offerings Cannon in D by Johnn Pachelbel Kim Welborn, pianist Doxology No. 95 Kids for Christ It’s Christmas Kara Graham
Children ages 3 years – 5th grade may go to Children’s Church. Please follow the adult leaders as they exit the door behind the piano. Anthem I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day St. Andrew Chancel Choir
PROCLAMATION AND RESPONSE *Gospel Lesson Matthew 1:18-25 Sermon Expect Faith to Deliver Rev. Jeff Childress
Morning Prayer and Lord’s Prayer Response to the Word Sydney Andersen, Cello
*Please stand if you are able. CCLI#1116193
*Affirmation of Faith for Advent We believe in the Living God who is directly involved in the affairs of the world. We believe that God chooses the meek and the poor to humble the proud and the rich. We believe in the incarnate Word, leaping in a woman’s womb, cradled in poverty. We believe in Jesus, true son of Mary, true Son of God, who came among us in weakness, that we might come to know the profound strength available to common people who turn to God in faith, hope, and love. This we truly believe! *Hymn No. 234 O Come, All Ye Faithful (verses 1, 2, 3) *Benediction *Closing Praise: (screen) Go, Tell It on the Mountain
Lighting the
third
Advent
Candle.
The Candle of Joy.
Family & Friends Melissa Thomas Baker Laura Bathurst Patricia Booty Cleo Brown Niki Collins (Granddaughter of Shirley
Crittenden)
Shirley Crittenden Hugh Elrod Pat Finley Jean Freeman Ben Gantt Ricky Johnson (Husband of Sandra
Johnson ) Patrick McClain (son-in-law of John &
Virginia Wallace)
David McInturff Chris Nicholson (Brother-in-law of
Paula Gantt)
Ann Owens Robin Owens Stephen Reece Bob Sampson Carolyn Sampson Chelsee Spearman Lillie Sheriff (Mother of Laura Cromer)
Jessica Thomas Talbert Margie Tucker Ella Mae Wise (Mother of Donna
Owens) Linda Winstead
Mother-in-law of Jennifer Judd
Military Michael Burton Anthony Grayson Tom Hansen
Kyle Moytka Douglas Nobles Gabe Pszonowsky Nathan Rampey Kristian Robinson Stephan Sampson Andrew Simer Shawn Weiler
Homebound Helen Chastain Theresa and Rudy Eddleman Joyce Crowe Betty Owens Ray and Mary Pace John Smith
Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Nursing Homes
Easley Place (name change from
Brookdale)
Dwaine & Ruth Stanley Margaret Sorrells Mildred Williams
National Health Care Doris Hayes
Magnolias of Easley Pete Bush Ed McCollum
Waterstone on Augusta Lucy Rackley, Rm. 2102
Pruitt Health Care, Ridgeway, S.C. Magdalene Williams
Prayer Requests
REGULAR SCHEDULE OF MONTHLY
MEETINGS/ACTIVITIES
Every Sunday Jesus, Juice & Java @ 9:00am
Sunday School @ 9:30am
Morning Worship Service @ 10:30am
Every Wednesday Table Talk for Caregivers @5:30 pm
Bible Study @ 6:30pm
Kids For Christ @ 6:00pm
St. Andrew Youth Ministry@ 6 :30pm
Chancel Choir @ 7:30pm
Ad Board Meeting Every other 3rd Monday @ 7:00pm
COM Every other 2nd Sunday @ 6:00pm
Communion Service Every 1st Sunday @ 10:30am
Finance Committee Every 3rd Monday @ 6:00pm
Lucille Searcy Circle Every 2nd Thursday @ 6:30pm
Men’s Club Meeting Every 2nd Tuesday @ 6:00pm
Sweet Spirits Every 3rd Tuesday @ 11:30am
Trustees Every 2nd Monday @ 6:30pm
Walkers Every Tuesday 5:30 - 6:30pm
Every Thursday 5:30 - 6:30pm
Every Saturday 8:00 - 9:00am
Walkers can also meet downtown Easley on the 3rd Saturdays
@9:00 am.
Saturday December 28, 2019
December 22, 2019 - December 28 , 2019
Jesus, Juice & Java 9:00am
Sunday School 9:30am
Morning Worship 10:30am
Sunday December 22, 2019
Tuesday December 24, 2019
This Week @ St. Andrew
Christmas Eve Candlelight and Communion Service
5:30pm
Thursday December 26, 2019
Wednesday, December 25, 2019
Church office Closed
No Church Activities
Friday, December 27, 2019
Church office Closed
No Church Activities
Church office Closed
No Church Activities
Current Address for Marge and Bob Tucker
Arrowhead Cove
Unit # 1
165 Lake Drive
Canton, North Carolina 28716
Phone # 1-864-270-0373
December Mission
Please bring items collected
to the Mission Room at St. Andrew.
St. Andrew United Methodist
Chancel Choir
Choir Director: Nancy Brown
Narrated by Ron and Rhonda Groen
Please note, the Lucille Searcy Circle is sponsoring the Christmas mail box this year. It is located in the Narthex and the cost per card is 10 cents.
PLEASE DO NOT PUT CARDS IN THE MAIL BOX FOR MEMBERS ON THE PRAYER LIST. ONLY INCLUDE MEMBERS OF THE ST. ANDREW FAMILY THAT ARE ABLE TO PICK UP THEIR CARDS. THE CIRCLE IS UNABLE TO MAIL CARDS THAT HAVE NOT BEEN PICKED UP.
The end of December will be Nancy’s last Sunday as Choir Director at St. Andrew. She has guided our musical worship for three years, and will be retiring at the end of this year. Please join us in the Fellowship Hall after worship service on December 29 for a brief reception including light snacks, cake and punch. If you would like to bring a thank you card for Nancy, there will be a basket in the Fellowship Hall. This is a great opportunity to express your appreciation for the leadership Nancy has provided to the choir and the musical program at St. Andrew.
Thank you, Nancy
St. Andrew United Methodist
Church
309 Pelzer Highway Easley, South Carolina 29642
Phone: 864-859-1567
Office Hours Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:00pm
[email protected] [email protected]
Website www.standrewum.org
We share info & pictures on Instagram, FB and our
Website.
Sunday, December 22, 2019
Nursery
Jill Robinson & Kara Jo Dodgens
Greeters
Bob & Lynn Martin
Ushers
Bruss Family
Ron & Rhonda Groen
