SECOND SUNDAY IN ADVENT Sunday Worship Service December 4, 2022
St. Paul Lutheran Church A Member Congregation of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod On Sundays we Have: 7:30 am Holy Communion 8:45 am Bible Class/Sunday School 10:00 am Holy Communion SECOND SUNDAY IN ADVENT The Kingdom of Peace Is Here and Now December 4, 2022 AS WE GATHER In the opening verses of Revelation, the last book of the Bible, John greets the readers of his epistle in this singular way: “Grace to you and peace from Him who is and who was and who is to come” (Revelation 1:4). John is confident that God’s grace is readily available for the readers of his letter who are scattered in many Christian gatherings across the area of Asia. And he is certain that the peace of God can reach to all of his readers in their very different and individual situations. The Advent season brings us the assurance that God’s plan is still unfolding and that we continue to abide in His peace. In this season of busyness, we can be peaceful and peaceable people by God’s grace! We greet and welcome all guests and visitors worshiping with us today. We hope that the message you hear today will strengthen your understanding and faith in God’s plan to save us from sin and death through Jesus Christ. If you are visiting with us for the first time, please introduce yourself to Pastor Mat. If you are without a church home, we invite you to join us here at St. Paul. ORDER OF WORSHIP DIVINE SERVICE 3 Ringing of the Bell Hymn of Invocation 901 Invocation p184 Confession/Absolution p184 †The Service of the Word † Introit p186 Kyrie p186 Salutation/Collect p189 Old Testament p575 Isaiah 11:1-10 Psalm 72:1-7 Epistle Reading p949 Romans 15:4-13 Alleluia/Verse p190 Holy Gospel p808 Matthew 3:1-12 Nicene Creed p191 Hymn of the Day 344 Sermon Offertory Hymn 338 Offering (please sign attendance book in pew) Prayer of the Church † Service of the Sacrament † Preface p194 Sanctus p195 Lord’s Prayer p196 The Words of our Lord p197 Pax Domini p197 Agnus Dei p198 Distribution Hymns 621,340,335,352 Nunc Dimittis p199 Thanksgiving p200 Salutation/Benedicamus p201 Benediction p202 Hymn to Depart 347 If you would like to donate to St. Paul Lutheran Church Please contact the church office at 636-583-2209 or visit our website www.inunionwithchrist.org to find out more about us. Please Like, Comment and Subscribe Thanks for watching!
