The Advent season builds anticipation. Here the promises to Adam and Eve (Ge 3:15), to Abraham (Gen 12:1-3), to Isaac, Jacob, Judah, and David are all fulfilled. In these few verses, the pregnant Elizabeth and Mary, virginally pregnant by the Holy Spirit, bring all these promises to pass in their flesh and blood. Elizabeth’s inspired response prepares us for the coming of…

A note of joy anticipates the birth of the Christ Child- the Word made flesh in the womb of Mary- and also looks forward with delight to His return at the end of the age. This Sunday, therefore, provides a pause in the surrounding penitential nature of Advent. The symbolism of a pink or rose candle on the Advent wreath furthers the…

Malachi prophesies the ministry of John the Baptist, who heralds the one coming after him and preaches a Baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. Ultimately, this forgiveness is the work and gift of this greater One coming after John – Jesus Christ, the Lord of hosts in human flesh. We welcome everyone to God’s house today! Service video on Vimeo…