Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Passing the Peace

Call to Worship

We come from a world of darkness
Into Christ’s world of light.
We come from a world of weariness
Into God’s strength and hope.
We come from a slumbering world.
Strengthened by the Spirit, we come to awaken our souls and watch for the coming of Christ

*Hymn of Praise, “Come, Long-Expected Jesus”, #244

Opening Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Sharing of Joys and Concerns

OT Reading, Isaiah 2:1-5, p. 735

Offering, “A Light Will Shine”

*Song of Thanksgiving, “Doxology”, #815

Praise God from whom all blessings flow.
Praise Him, all creatures here below.
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host.
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen

NT Reading, Romans 13:11-14, p. 1218

*Hymn of Preparation, “Be Still, My Soul”, #712

Gospel Reading, Matthew 24:36-44, p. 1065

Message, “Hope”, Pastor Wes

*Hymn of Invitation, “It Is Well”, #705

Communion

*Benediction

*If you are able, please stand