As we now draw very near to the Christmas celebration, we move from the ministry of John the Baptist to Mary in Nazareth, and the Advent readings for this Sunday emphasize the prophetic coming of Christ’s birth and His incarnation. Now, in the annunciation, we are reminded that by the power of the Holy Spirit, Mary will conceive a Child and Christ…

Advent is a special time in the life of the church, and anyone familiar with this season knows that people in general understand Advent as a preparation for Christmas. But in fact, Advent is Advent! Advent means “coming.” Who is coming? Jesus, of course! And He is coming in glory to judge both the living and the dead, as we confess our…

The Second Sunday in Advent has a theme of repentance to prepare for the coming of Jesus Christ. It also has a focus on God coming to restore His people. We pray that God would stir our hearts and prepare them in repentance for the coming of His Son, Jesus Christ. Link to Service video on Vimeo Link to service bulletin

The church year begins with Advent. Advent has a strong focus on the coming of the Lord. While, of course, we look forward to Jesus’ coming at Christmas, we have to look forward to the coming of the Lord on the Last Day. Link to Service video on Vimeo Link to service bulletin