“Enter Into His Gates with Thanksgiving and Praise” First Sunday of Advent November 27, 2022 ~ ~ ~ OPENING SELECTION “I Wanna Say Thank You” By: First Baptist Church Glenarden
CANDLE LIGHTING LITURGY Reader One “I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the Lord!’” (Psalm 122:1 NRSV) Reader Two We are glad. Whether we drove in or climbed up; whether we logged on or tuned in. We are glad to be here in this community, with this family. It is a place of joyful hope, of radical welcome. It is a place where together, we can wait in wondrous anticipation of the kingdom to come. Reader One “Many peoples shall come and say, ‘Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the house of the God of Jacob; that God may teach us God’s ways and that we may walk in Gods paths.’” (Isaiah 2:3 NRSV) Reader Two We light this candle as a sign of our hope, our joyous hope that we can be restored – our faith restored, our strength restored, our confidence restored, our joy restored, as we watch and wait with all God’s people for the promise to be fulfilled. (Light the first candle on the Advent wreath.)
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH**
THE OLD TESTAMENT READINGS
(Apostles’ Creed)
Isaiah 2:1-5 Psalm 122
I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic* church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
THE NEW TESTAMENT READING Romans 13:11-14
THE GOSPEL READINGS** Matthew 24:36-44
MINISTRY THROUGH MUSIC “God’s Gonna Make It Alright, After Awhile” By: Donald Malloy
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PRAYER
INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP
Dr. Sherry L. Daniels
CONGREGATIONAL SINGING** “Yes, God Is Real” By: Kenneth Morris Arr. By: Evelyn Simpson-Curenton Verse 1 There are some things I may not know, There are some places I cannot go, But I am sure of this one thing, That God is real for I can feel Him deep within.
MINISTRY THROUGH TITHES AND OFFERINGS God of Peace and Justice: In the past year, we have once again witnessed the fruits of war — lives cut short, children made orphans, homes devastated, and hearts broken. We pray to see the day that Isaiah saw in his heart, when swords are pounded into plowshares. These gifts we give this morning, may they be used to make human hearts ready for peace and for the reign of your son. In his holy name, we pray. Amen. (Isaiah 2:1-5)
BLESSING AND SENDING FORTH
Refrain Yes, God is real, He’s real in my soul; Yes, God is real for He has washed and made me whole; His love for me is like pure gold. Yes, God is real for I can feel Him in my soul.
Go in peace.
CLOSING SELECTION “Stronger” By: The Canton Spirituals
(Verses 2 & 3 omitted.)
** Indicates to stand.
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6870 N. Military Highway ~ Norfolk, VA 23518 757-628-6543 (telephone) 757-628-8181 (fax)
Worship Leader Mrs. Freida Clark
Office Hours Tuesday-Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Minister of Music Mr. William A. L. Brown, II
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Drummer Mr. Walter Gilchrist
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Choir Triple A Praise Team “Anointed, Appointed & Assigned” Video Operator Mrs. Janice Graves
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Dr. Sherry L. Daniels, Senior Pastor Rev. Carolyn Graves, Associate Pastor Rev. Finley O. Jones, Minister of Visitation
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November 27, 2022 9:00 AM
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ANNOUNCEMENTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS
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11/27/2022 CHARGE CONFERENCE THIS SATURDAY, December 3rd from 10:000 AM - 12:00 PM Great Bridge UMC, 201 Stadium Drive, Chesapeake FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION Saturday, December 10th from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Our Food Pantry Ministry serves the community on the second Saturday of each month; but if there is ever an emergency need for food, please contact the church office on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. @ 757-628-6543, and we will make arrangements with our Food Pantry Ministry for you to pickup some food items. FOOD ITEMS AVAILABLE Before you leave, there are a few items left in the kitchen, and a few things on the tables down the hall. We are very grateful to our Food Pantry Ministry for the work that they do in helping others, and us as well. MID-WEEK PRAYER Wednesdays @ 7:00 AM Dial: 425-585-7852 Prayer changes things! Take 30 minutes and join us as we pray one for the other, and for people around the world. Spread the word to your networks, family and friends. FREE MINI-TABLETS Call To Apply - 1-888-803-3889 There is no specific time to apply; this can be done at any time. Once you apply, you will be notified of your approval and distribution date for pickup. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Norfolk United Methodist Church: 757-628-6543 -or- officenorfolk@gmail.com Please continue to spread the word! Next Distribution Date: Saturday, December 17th from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM @ NUMC FAITHFUL STEWARDSHIP Thank you very much for being faithful in your stewardship AND going above and beyond whenever asked. It really helps us to get things done in a timely manner. CHECK YOUR EMAIL Remember to check your email on a regular basis from “Norfolk UMC Office”, not just for church related information, but for other news and information that may be useful to you or someone you know.