Pastor Bryan Dick
Worship the King
Prelude: “Overture” to the Messiah
Call to Worship
* Responding in Adoration:
“O Come, O Come Immanuel” PH 328:1,3,7
* God’s Greeting
* We Greet Each Other
Longing for A Savior: “O Little Town of Bethlehem” HFG 178
(Sunday School bells first)
Prayers and Gifts
Congregational Prayer
Offertory —Offering received for Northwest Hispanic Ministries
Children are invited forward for a Children’s Message as the
deacons come to present the offerings
God’s Word
Children’s Message
Children age 3 – 2nd grade are dismissed afterward to Children & Worship
* Song of Preparation: “Comfort, Comfort Now My People” PH 194
Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11 (p. 712)
Message: Prepare the Way of the Lord
Prayer
Musical Offering: “Every Valley Shall Be Exalted” (for reflection)
His Coming Draws Near
Litany Of Hope & Candle Lighting (Jan Herwerden & Jacquelyn Vos)
Song of Response: “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus” PH 329
Blessing
* Benediction
* Closing Hymn: “Of the Father's Love Begotten” PH 342:1,5
* Postlude: “And the Glory of the Lord”
Pianist: Elaine Vos Organist: Marilyn Kooiman
Praise team: Kelly De Jong, Stephanie Dick
* indicates to stand if able
ADVENT WORSHIP: The Messiah is an oratorio composed by George Frideric Handel in 1741, based on a series of scripture texts (compiled by Charles Jennens) which tell the story of Jesus Christ in three parts: the prophecy and birth of Jesus, the crucifixion and resurrection, and the exalted state of Christ. Handel wrote each movement within these parts based on a specific passage of scripture. This year for Advent we are going to prepare for the coming of Jesus through the scriptures and music of this work of art. The sermons are going to come from the scriptures highlighted in the prophecy section and after the sermon we will hear one of the movements inspired by those verses. Our Advent wreath readings will be based on the scriptures from the resurrection and heavenly reign of Christ. Our Candlelight Service will culminate with having a choir sing the "Hallelujah Chorus." It is my prayer that as we enjoy the man-made beauty of this piece of music, it may give us a greater understanding of the depth and riches of the divine beauty of the Good News of the birth of Jesus. ~Pastor Bryan
SUNDAY SCHOOL: We will meet on December 7, 14 and 21.
WOMEN’S BRUNCH AND GOODIE EXCHANGE: Please check your church mailboxes for an invitation to our annual Women’s Brunch and Goodie Exchange.
CHRISTMAS CAROLING: It will soon be time for Christmas caroling. Please sign the leader paper if you wish to lead a group or the volunteer paper if you are willing to join a group to spread Christmas cheer. The leaders will form the groups and set the date and time. Note to elders and deacons: please make a list of people in your care group who would like to have carolers and put the list in Marv Apol’s mailbox, 323, by December 10. For more information, talk to Marv.
CHRISTMAS CHOIR: We will be singing the Hallelujah Chorus for our Candlelight service on December 21, evening service. We have 3 rehearsals: Dec 7 at 11:30 am; Dec 14 at 3:00 pm; Dec 21 at 5 pm. This is open to Bethel and community singers! Invite anyone who loves to sing to join our choir and enjoy the Candlelight Service with us.
COMBINED CRC SERVICE: King’s Men of Song Advent Service at Third CRC, next Sunday, December 7 at 6 pm.
REFORMED ROOTS class will not meet in December.
SUNDAY VOLUNTEERS: The 2026 schedules are in your church mailbox.
SUNDAY
10:00 AM - Worship Service/Children & Worship
MONDAY
7:00 PM - GEMS
7:00 PM - Cadets
TUESDAY
6:30 AM - Men’s Bible study
10:00 AM - Ladies’ Bible study
WEDNESDAY
10:00 AM - Coffee Fellowship
THURSDAY
7:00 PM - Ladies’ Bible study
SUNDAY 7th
9:00 AM - Sunday School
10:00 AM - Worship Service/Children & Worship
11:30 AM - Rehearsal for Christmas choir
6:00 PM - Combined Service at Third CRC
