THE PUBLIC WORSHIP OF GOD
THE LORD'S DAY - First Sunday of Advent - December 1, 2024
PRELUDE
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS & ADVENT LESSON
CALL TO WORSHIP: Isaiah 1:15-18
Elder: "When you spread out your hands, I will hide My eyes from you;
even though you make many prayers, I will not hear. Your hands are full
of blood.
All: “Wash yourselves, make yourselves clean; put away the evil of
your doings from before My eyes. Cease to do evil,
Elder: Learn to do good; seek justice, rebuke the oppressor; defend the fatherless, plead for the widow.
All: “Come now, and let us reason together,” Says the Lord, “Though
your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though
they are red like crimson, they shall be as wool.""
INVOCATION, CONFESSION, ASSURANCE OF PARDON
HYMN OF RESPONSE (#194) "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel"
SCRIPTURE READINGS: Isaiah 41:8-20;
Luke 1:26-56
(Congregational response: "He is our God; we are His people.")
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Westminster Confession Ch. 11.3 p. 855
WORSHIP OF GOD IN TITHES & OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY
PASTORAL PRAYER, PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION, LORD'S PRAYER
SERMON: "SERVANT OF JUSTICE " Isaiah 42:1–9
BENEDICTION & THREE-FOLD "AMEN" & POSTLUDE
Congregation Information This Week…
WE WELCOME YOU TO OUR SERVICE! It is our desire to assemble as the saints of God in order to respond to the call He has on our lives. With our sacrifices of praise, we seek to grow in faith and obedience to His word. Our desire is for all to benefit from this communion of the saints. If you are visiting with us, we welcome you! If any should require care or have questions about faith in Jesus Christ, please speak with the pastor or an elder after the service. God bless you!
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL! Enhance your discipleship by attending a class offered for YOU, here on Sunday mornings at 10AM!
TODAY IS THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT! At this time of year, we have special readings, messages, and meetings that focus on God's plan of redemption through the person and work of Jesus Christ.
LADIES AM BIBLE STUDAY meets here on Tuesday at 9:30AM.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAMILY SUPPER, STUDY, & YOUTH CHOIR: Join us in the Memorial Hall at 6PM for a shared supper based upon a theme that is announced at church or via our social utility apps. At 7PM, our adults have a Bible Study time while our children have choir practice. All are encouraged to attend!
1st THURSDAY PRAYER MEETING IN MILLINGTON at the Baker Community Center will gather at 11:45AM this week.
STATED ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING NEXT WEEK will convene primarily for the approval of the 2025 Budget. Please attend!
ROSEMARK CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING! Join us on the evening of December 8, at 5PM for a community service at Richland ARP sponsored by HARE. The evening program includes singing, choirs, a Christmas message and tree lighting! The event concludes with holiday treats in our Memorial Hall. Come and meet your neighbors!
WOMEN'S MINISTRY UPDATE: A Christmas Luncheon is scheduled for December 15, after our morning service. Church cookbooks are still available for purchase: $10. They’ll make great Christmas gifts! Please see Ann De Aragon for more details.
OUR MONTHLY CALENDAR & NEWSLETTER is available on-campus and online at: RichlandARP.org (see "Calendar and Events")
WANT TO LEARN MORE about our church, ministries, mission, and membership? Contact the Pastor at our church website, or a church Elder.
CALENDAR (please see RichlandARP.org "Calendar & Events" tab):
This Lord's Day marks the beginning of Advent; a time of preparation and reflection concerning the arrival of God's Anointed in his incarnation.
The Advent Wreath is a traditional symbol that illustrates, for a world waiting under the cover of sin and darkness, the fullness of God's glory coming to shine; first by prophetic announcements, but finally in the majestic person and work of the Messiah.
Each week, a new candle is lighted, focusing our attention upon the Good News. The growing light from each candle reminds us of prophetic hopes, angelic announcements, a special star, and the very Light of the world!
The circular shape reminds us of God Himself: His eternal nature, His infinite mercy, and His unchangeable faithfulness to His covenant promises.
The green of the wreath speaks of the hope of new, growing, and abundant life.
The four outer candles represent the four centuries of waiting between the Old Testament prophecies and their New Testament fulfillment in the sinless birth, righteous life, and resurrection promises of Christ Jesus!
*For those needing additional space for family members, please retreat to the children's room or Memorial Hall. Tune in our live-stream on YT or FB.
*Our campus and services are videotaped. CCLI License # 5481544
THE PUBLIC WORSHIP OF GOD
THE LORD'S DAY - First Sunday of Advent - December 1, 2024
PRELUDE
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS & ADVENT LESSON
CALL TO WORSHIP: Isaiah 1:15-18
Elder: "When you spread out your hands, I will hide My eyes from you;
even though you make many prayers, I will not hear. Your hands are full
of blood.
All: “Wash yourselves, make yourselves clean; put away the evil of
your doings from before My eyes. Cease to do evil,
Elder: Learn to do good; seek justice, rebuke the oppressor; defend the fatherless, plead for the widow.
All: “Come now, and let us reason together,” Says the Lord, “Though
your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though
they are red like crimson, they shall be as wool.""
INVOCATION, CONFESSION, ASSURANCE OF PARDON
HYMN OF RESPONSE (#194) "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel"
SCRIPTURE READINGS: Isaiah 41:8-20;
Luke 1:26-56
(Congregational response: "He is our God; we are His people.")
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Westminster Confession Ch. 11.3 p. 855
WORSHIP OF GOD IN TITHES & OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY
PASTORAL PRAYER, PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION, LORD'S PRAYER
SERMON: "SERVANT OF JUSTICE " Isaiah 42:1–9
BENEDICTION & THREE-FOLD "AMEN" & POSTLUDE
Congregation Information This Week…
WE WELCOME YOU TO OUR SERVICE! It is our desire to assemble as the saints of God in order to respond to the call He has on our lives. With our sacrifices of praise, we seek to grow in faith and obedience to His word. Our desire is for all to benefit from this communion of the saints. If you are visiting with us, we welcome you! If any should require care or have questions about faith in Jesus Christ, please speak with the pastor or an elder after the service. God bless you!
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL! Enhance your discipleship by attending a class offered for YOU, here on Sunday mornings at 10AM!
TODAY IS THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT! At this time of year, we have special readings, messages, and meetings that focus on God's plan of redemption through the person and work of Jesus Christ.
LADIES AM BIBLE STUDAY meets here on Tuesday at 9:30AM.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT FAMILY SUPPER, STUDY, & YOUTH CHOIR: Join us in the Memorial Hall at 6PM for a shared supper based upon a theme that is announced at church or via our social utility apps. At 7PM, our adults have a Bible Study time while our children have choir practice. All are encouraged to attend!
1st THURSDAY PRAYER MEETING IN MILLINGTON at the Baker Community Center will gather at 11:45AM this week.
STATED ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING NEXT WEEK will convene primarily for the approval of the 2025 Budget. Please attend!
ROSEMARK CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING! Join us on the evening of December 8, at 5PM for a community service at Richland ARP sponsored by HARE. The evening program includes singing, choirs, a Christmas message and tree lighting! The event concludes with holiday treats in our Memorial Hall. Come and meet your neighbors!
WOMEN'S MINISTRY UPDATE: A Christmas Luncheon is scheduled for December 15, after our morning service. Church cookbooks are still available for purchase: $10. They’ll make great Christmas gifts! Please see Ann De Aragon for more details.
OUR MONTHLY CALENDAR & NEWSLETTER is available on-campus and online at: RichlandARP.org (see "Calendar and Events")
WANT TO LEARN MORE about our church, ministries, mission, and membership? Contact the Pastor at our church website, or a church Elder.
CALENDAR (please see RichlandARP.org "Calendar & Events" tab):
This Lord's Day marks the beginning of Advent; a time of preparation and reflection concerning the arrival of God's Anointed in his incarnation.
The Advent Wreath is a traditional symbol that illustrates, for a world waiting under the cover of sin and darkness, the fullness of God's glory coming to shine; first by prophetic announcements, but finally in the majestic person and work of the Messiah.
Each week, a new candle is lighted, focusing our attention upon the Good News. The growing light from each candle reminds us of prophetic hopes, angelic announcements, a special star, and the very Light of the world!
The circular shape reminds us of God Himself: His eternal nature, His infinite mercy, and His unchangeable faithfulness to His covenant promises.
The green of the wreath speaks of the hope of new, growing, and abundant life.
The four outer candles represent the four centuries of waiting between the Old Testament prophecies and their New Testament fulfillment in the sinless birth, righteous life, and resurrection promises of Christ Jesus!
*For those needing additional space for family members, please retreat to the children's room or Memorial Hall. Tune in our live-stream on YT or FB.
*Our campus and services are videotaped. CCLI License # 5481544
