Sunday Worship - December 6, 2020

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Second Sunday in Advent

Jeff Horvath
PRELUDE It Came Upon a Midnight Clear (ELW 282)

1 It came upon the midnight clear, that glorious song of old, from angels bending near the earth
to touch their harps of gold: "Peace on the earth, good will to all, from heav'n's all-gracious king." The world in solemn stillness lay to hear the angels sing.

2 Still through the cloven skies they come with peaceful wings unfurled, and still their heav'nly music floats o'er all the weary world. Above its sad and lowly plains they bend on hov'ring wing,
and ever o'er its babel sounds the blessed angels sing.

3 And you, beneath life's crushing load, whose forms are bending low, who toil along the climbing way with painful steps and slow: look now, for glad and golden hours come swiftly on the wing; oh, rest beside the weary road and hear the angels sing!

Pastor Daniel welcomes the church to worship. 
GREETING

Wreath lighting this morning will be by the Kohl Family
LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH (Blessing for Second Candle)
Blessed are you, O Lord our God, ruler of the universe.
John the Baptist calls all people to prepare the Lord’s way
for the kingdom of heaven is near.
Bless us as we light the candles on this wreath.
Baptize us with the fire of your Spirit,
that we may be a light shining in the darkness
welcoming others as Christ has welcomed us,
for he is our light and our salvation.
Blessed be God forever.
Amen.
Ben will lead the assembly in our gathering song. 
GATHERING SONG “All the Earth is Hopeful” (ELW 266)

1 All earth is hopeful, the Savior comes at last! Furrows lie open for God's creative task:
this, the labor of people who struggle to see how God's truth and justice set ev'rybody free.

(1 Toda la tierra espera al Salvador y el surco abierto, la obra del Senor;
es el mundo que lucha por la libertad, reclama justicia y busca la verdad.)

2 People of Israel, you heard the prophet tell: "A virgin mother will bear Emmanuel"; she conceived him, "God with us," our brother, whose birth restores hope and courage to children of 
this earth. 

(2 Dice el profeta al pueblo de Israel: "De madre virgen ya viene Emmanuel,"
sera "Dios con nosotros," hermano sera, con el la esperanza al mundo volvera.)

4 We first saw Jesus a baby in a crib. This same Lord Jesus today has come to live
in our world; he his present, in neighbors we see our Jesus is with us, and ever sets us free.

(4 En una cueva Jesus aparecio, pero en el mundo esta presente hoy.
Vive en nuestros hermanos, con ellos esta; y vuelve de nuevo a darnos libertad.)

Our psalm this morning is read by Anne Blaylock
Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13

 1You have been gracious to your land, O Lord;
  you have restored the good fortune of Jacob.
 2You have forgiven the iniquity of your people
  and blotted out all their sins.
 8I will listen to what the Lord God is saying;
  for you speak peace to your faithful people and to those who turn their hearts to you.
 9Truly, your salvation is very near to those who fear you,
  that your glory may dwell in our land.
 10Steadfast love and faithfulness have met together;
  righteousness and peace have kissed each other.
 11Faithfulness shall spring up from the earth,
  and righteousness shall look down from heaven.
 12The Lord will indeed grant prosperity,
  and our land will yield its increase.
 13Righteousness shall go before the Lord
  and shall prepare for God a pathway.

The children’s word is brought by Deacon Tracy Katschke.
CHILDREN'S WORD

The gospel is read by Pastor Pastor Danie Morris. 
The holy gospel according to Mark. Glory to you, O Lord.

GOSPEL: Mark 1:1-8

1The beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
  2As it is written in the prophet Isaiah,
 “See, I am sending my messenger ahead of you,
  who will prepare your way;
 3the voice of one crying out in the wilderness:
  ‘Prepare the way of the Lord,
  make his paths straight,’ ”
4John the baptizer appeared in the wilderness, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5And people from the whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem were going out to him, and were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins. 6Now John was clothed with camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey. 7He proclaimed, “The one who is more powerful than I is coming after me; I am not worthy to stoop down and untie the thong of his sandals. 8I have baptized you with water; but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.”

The gospel of the Lord.   Praise to you, O Christ.
 
Pastor Pastor Danie Morris proclaims God’s Word for you in the sermon. 
SERMON

Tim Harris will now lead the assembly in  prayer for the church, the world, and all of creation. 
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION

God of power and might, comfort your people and come quickly to this weary world. Hear our prayers for everyone in need.

A brief silence.

Faithful God, you teach us to wait for you with faithfulness and patience. Sustain and support us in our doubts and questions. Nurture our faith as we discern and enact your mission. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.

Loving God, you set the stars in the sky and breathe life into the earth. Renew the face of creation where it is in need of your healing touch. Mend the wounds of environmental damage and restore balance to ecosystems so that all creation can declare your praise. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.

Steadfast God, you never tire of seeking justice. Where people suffer from discrimination, judgment, and injustice, speak words of truth and comfort. We pray especially for leaders and election officials in Georgia as they seek to fulfill the duties for which they were appointed. Lead us toward a world where faithfulness will sprout underfoot and righteousness rain down from above. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.

Leading God, you ask us to make uneven ground smooth. Make even the disparities between your people. Sustain and support people with physical and intellectual disabilities. Accompany disability advocates who work for a world accessible to all. Teach us to celebrate the great diversity in our midst. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.

Tender God, you know sorrow and joy alike. We pray for those in our families and congregation who are not joyful in this holiday season. Comfort those who grieve, be a companion to all who are lonely, tend those who are sick or struggling with depression, and gather all people in your healing embrace (especially for Mike, Sherri, Lizetta, Kim, Kyle, Jan, Rita,Gina, Laurie, Tracy, Jeff, Chris, Don, Douglas, and Hoyt)Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.

Draw near to us, O God, and receive our prayers for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

Pastor Daniel leads the assembly in giving thanks for God’s Word.
THANKSGIVING FOR THE WORD
Let us pray.  O God of justice and love, we give thanks to you that you illumine our way through life with the words of your Son. Give us the light we need, awaken us to the needs of others, and at the end bring all the world to your feast; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory forever. Amen.

Tim Harris leads the assembly in the Lord’s Prayer.
LORD’S PRAYER 
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 and ever. Amen.

Receive the blessing.
BLESSING
The Creator of the stars bless your Advent waiting, the long-expected Savior fill you with love, the unexpected Spirit guide your journey, ☩ now and forever.
Amen.

Nicole Thurow, Allison Hearst and Andy Heroff  lead us in our sending song.
SENDING SONG “Prepare the Royal Highway”  (vs 1-3)

1 Prepare the royal highway; the King of kings is near! Let ev'ry hill and valley a level road appear! Then greet the King of glory, foretold in sacred story: Hosanna to the Lord, for he fulfills God's word!

2 God's people, see him coming: your own eternal king! Palm branches strew before him! Spread garments! Shout and sing! God's promise will not fail you! No more shall doubt assail you!
Hosanna to the Lord, for he fulfills God's word!

3 Then fling the gates wide open to greet your promised king! Your king, yet ev'ry nation
its tribute too may bring. All lands will bow before him; their voices join your singing: 
Hosanna to the Lord, for he fulfills God's word!

Tim Harris reads the dismissal.
PEACE AND DISMISSAL
The peace of Christ be with you always. 
Let us go forth sharing a greeting of Christ's peace.

At this time the assembly is invited to unmute to share the peace.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THANK YOU
So much gratitude for everyone who has contributed to worship today.  The young and old, readers, musicians, and the technical help are all making this possible.  Find all of this week’s announcements in the Prints of Peace on the PLC website.   Allison Hearst, Office Admin: office@peacelutheranlz.com  /  Deacon Tracy Katschke: tracy@peacelutheranlz.com  /  Pastor Daniel Morris: pastor@peacelutheranlz.com 


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