UMH – United Methodist Hymnal
FWS – The Faith We Sing Hymnal
Prelude
Welcome
Call to Worship
Leader: Come, let us gather to celebrate the birth of our Savior.
People: Lord, fill our hearts with joy and hope.
Leader: Come, let us share in the miracle of Christmas.
People: Lord, bring peace to our weary souls.
Leader: In the light of the star, we find direction.
All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Amen.
Hymn O Come, All Ye Faithful (UMH 234)
Children’s Message
Hymn Joy to the World (UMH 246)
Scripture Luke 2:25-35
Leader: The word of God for the people of God.
People: Thanks be to God.
Message Bishop Bard’s Christmas Message
Hymn Go Tell It on the Mountain (UMH 251)
Prayer of Confession
Patient Lord, you know how we are. We let the frustrations and worries of our lives overcome us. Sometimes, we turn away from you instead of turning towards you. Forgive us and renew us to come to you in all our needs. We are grateful for your unending faithfulness. Amen.
Giving Our Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
Doxology (UMH 94)
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Holy One, you gave us the gift of Jesus, born into humble beginnings, to bring light to the world. We offer these gifts in his name, asking that they may shine as a beacon of hope and love. Bless these offerings as we share your light this Christmas season. Amen.
Prayers of the People
The Lord’s Prayer (UMH 895)
Hymn Let There Be Peace on Earth (UMH 431)
Benediction
Postlude
