Here’s what’s happening in worship this week. Click the “more” link for our Church School programming.
This Sunday, Dec. 11, we invite you to join us at 10 am, for a fresh retelling of the Christmas Story by our children and youth in the Sanctuary. This year’s pageant, Do You Hear What I Hear?, was written by ELPC member Ashley Birt.
We remember that many voices told of the Christ Child’s birth—from angels to shepherds, and even a star! As these familiar characters tell this important story, we will listen together, so that the good news might take on fresh meaning for us.
Worship Services
Journey Worship | Sunday, at 8:45 am
An interactive, energetic service for those seeking a fresh encounter with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our theme this month is Emerging. Pastor Patrice will preach from Luke 1:67–70.
Sanctuary Worship | Sunday, at 11 am
Our largest service, with music from the Chancel Choir and an organ prelude prior to the service. Pastor Randy will preach from 2 Peter 1:12–21 and his sermon will be titled “What Friends Said About Jesus.”
Taizé Prayer Service | Wednesday, at 7 pm
Our hour-long service includes sung prayers; simple, beautiful music; a time of silence; spoken and silent prayers; and an opportunity for individual prayer and anointing. The Rev. Mary Lynn Callahan will lead this service of sung Taizé prayer. Stay afterward for Contemplative Prayer. If you’re unable to participate in person, join our live stream on your computer or mobile device.
Christian Education Classes
There will be no Church School classes on Sun., Dec. 11, so that we can enjoy our annual Christmas pageant. Classes will resume on Sun., Dec. 18.
We offer Christian Education classes for persons of all ages, from infancy through adulthood, on Sundays from 9:45–10:45 am. Click the links for adult class descriptions and children and youth offerings.