SERMON SERIES
"Becoming Advent"
November 30-December 28, 2025

In the season of Advent, Pastors Allen and Spencer preach a series of sermons called, “Becoming Advent.” These messages are based on the four themes of the Advent candles. The meaning of each candle: 

• Hope (Purple Candle): The first candle lit, often called the Prophecy Candle, represents the hope for the coming of the Messiah, which was foretold by prophets. 
• Peace (Purple Candle): The second candle, known as the Bethlehem Candle, signifies peace, a gift brought by Christ's birth and reflected in Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem. 
• Joy (Pink Candle): The pink candle, lit on the third Sunday of Advent, represents joy and marks a shift in the season from penitential reflection to joyful anticipation as Christmas approaches. 
• Love (Purple Candle): The fourth candle symbolizes the love that surrounds us and comes from God, culminating in the ultimate gift of Jesus. 

MEMORY VERSE
"In that wonderful day when the Lord gives his people rest from sorrow and fear, from slavery and chains."  (Isaiah 14:3, NLT)

Sunday, November 30, 2025 (Communion, GTK Reminder)
First Sunday in Advent
Rev. Stuart Spencer preaching
"We Are Hope"  (Romans 5: 1-11)
Way 10  Join Hands

Sunday, December 7, 2025
Second Sunday in Advent
Rev. Stuart Spencer preaching
"We Are Peace"  (Luke 1: 67-80)
Way 11  Make Others at Home Here

Sunday, December 14, 2025 (Manger Sunday)
Rev. Wes Allen preaching
"We Are Joy"  (John 3: 23-30)
Way 12  Own Our Church

Sunday, December 21, 2025
Lessons and Carols, Rev. Stuart Spencer preaching 
"Jesus Is ... (We Are Love) Lessons and Carols
Way 13  Open Doors for Others to Lead

Christmas Worship

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 (Christmas Eve)
3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 9:00 PM
Rev. Stuart Spencer preaching 
"The Face of Grace"  (Titus 2: 11)
Way 13  Open Doors for Others to Lead

Thursday, December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day, 9:30 AM)
Sacrament of Holy Communion
Rev. Dr. Jonathan Miller preaching
"Title TBD" 
Way 13  Open Doors for Others to Lead

Sunday, December 28, 2025 (Combined, 9:30 AM)
Rev. Dr. Mouris Yousef preaching, standalone series 
"Title TBD"  
Way 14  Grow Faith