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Westlake United Methodist Church 27650 Center Ridge Rd. Westlake OH 44145 (440) 871-3088 westlakeumc.org
December 18, 2016
10:00 a.m.
ORDER OF WORSHIP December 18, 2016
10:00 a.m.
Fourth Sunday of Advent: Love (* the congregation is invited to stand as able)
GATHERING OF THE PEOPLE IN PRAISE TOLLING OF THE CHIMES The chimes call us to quiet and to prepare for worship. Reflect during the prelude about what a difference Jesus has made in your world. GREETING Welcome to WUMC! All members, friends, and visitors are invited to sign the Attendance register. Help us to keep our information up to date and get to know those worshiping near you! Also, please refer to the “FYI Welcome” insert for upcoming events! CONCERNS AND CELEBRATIONS Prayer request cards are in the pews. If you have any concerns or celebrations please fill out a card. You may hand it to an usher or the pastor during music between scripture lessons (as indicated in the bulletin). PRELUDE
“Infant Holy, Infant Lowly”
arr. Lani Smith
Emily Thomas, Piano & Annie Kaschube, Organ
* CALL TO WORSHIP ** L: Love is more than a flicker within the human heart. P: Lord, reveal your love, and make us new. L: In a hurried world with little time for others, Advent calls us to remember that… P: Love is patient. L: In a world where often we become consumed by our own interests, Advent calls us to remember that… P: Love is kind. L: In a world where often we are quick to anger and slow to forgive, Advent calls us to remember that… P: Love is not easily angered, and through love we come to forgive. L: This Advent let us behold the love of God embodied in our Savior’s birth. P: God is love. Whoever lives in love, lives in God, and God in them. * THE LIGHT ENTERS OUR WORSHIP * HYMN
“Once in Royal David’s City”
* OPENING PRAYER (in unison) **** Holy God, the mystery of your eternal Word took flesh among us in Jesus Christ.
250, UMH
At the message of an angel, the virgin Mary placed her life at the service of your will. Filled with the light of your Spirit, she became the temple of your Word. Strengthen us by the example of her humility, that we may always be ready to do your will, and welcome into our lives Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLE *** SCRIPTURE READING 1 John 4:7-8
The Diamond Family p. 226, NT
This morning we light four candles. The first candle reminds us of the marvelous hope revealed through the Savior’s birth. In a time of despair, God shattered the darkness with the hope of a new future. The second candle reminds us of the peace that only Christ can instill in the human heart. In a world that abounds with hostility, Christ alone is the One who speaks, “Peace, be still.” The third candle reminds us that our joy abides in God who gently whispers to each human heart, “Come follow me, for I have come that you might have life and have it to the fullest measure!” The fourth candle reminds us of the matchless love God has for us, and helps us remember that God’s perfect love made flesh can fill our hearts, ignite our souls, and change our lives. CHORAL RESPONSE CHILDREN’S CHOIR
“Light of Hope” “While Angels Sing”
Joel Raney arr. B. Wayne Bisbee
A TIME WITH CHILDREN
Rev. Mollie Brown
HEARING & PROCLAIMING GOD’S WORD SCRIPTURE LESSON * HYMN
Isaiah 7:10-16
p. 598, OT
“Emmanuel, Emmanuel” (Sing 2x)
204, UMH
-- Please hold up prayer cards so ushers can receive them -SCRIPTURE LESSON
Romans 1:1-7
p. 142, NT
GOSPEL LESSON
Matthew 1:18-25
p. 1, NT
SERMON
“A Righteous Man”
Rev. Mollie Brown
ANTHEM
“Love Came Down at Christmas” Chancel Choir
RESPONDING TO THE WORD COMMUNITY TIME
John Carter
CHORAL CALL TO PRAYER PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE THE LORD'S PRAYER 895, UMH Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. WORSHIPING WITH OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS OFFERTORY
“Away in a Manger” WUMC Handbell Choir
arr. Tammy W. Rawlinson
* DOXOLOGY 94, UMH Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! * PRAYER OF DEDICATION
SENDING FORTH * HYMN
“It Came Upon the Midnight Clear”
218, UMH
* BENEDICTION * CHORAL BENEDICTION * THE LIGHT LEADS US INTO SERVICE * POSTLUDE
“Ding, Dong! Merrily on High” Emily Thomas, Piano & Annie Kaschube, Organ
UMH: United Methodist Hymnal
FWS: The Faith We Sing
**Text by Rev. Rich Davis, Senior Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, River Forest, IL *** Adapted from text by Rev. Rich Davis, Senior Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, River Forest, IL **** From The United Methodist Book of Worship Used by permission. Westlake UMC OneLicense.Net #A711142
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In Our Service Today: Liturgist: Elaine Hermetet Ushers: Duane Miller, Barbara Deeds, Russ Wearsch, Gail Wearsch Greeters: Marie Shultz, Kent & Sharon Spieth Please join us every Sunday after the 10:00 Worship Service in Fellowship Hall for Fellowship Time.
