CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP

Assemble in God’s NamePrelude

Congregational Introit*

Angels from the Realms of Glory #168

Prayer of Adoration*

Give Praise to GodHymn of Praise**

Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus #151

Lighting of the Candles

Placing the Bible

Prayer of ConfessionGracious and loving God, the Psalmist was glad when invited to go to the house of the Lord. The boy Jesus also took delight in being in his Father’s house. As we gather on this second Advent Sunday, give us the same joy in our worship and forgive our lapse into heartless routine. We confess our need of your Spirit that we might be made right with you and sent as your servants to this world. Hear us now as we continue our confession in silence…

Assurance of God’s Forgiveness

Congregational Response*

O Little Town of Bethlehem #171 (v. 4)

Life of the Congregation**

Invitation to Prayer 8:45, 11:15Wondrous & Strange Carl Nielsen

Pastoral Prayer & The Lord’s PrayerOur Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be Thy name.Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done

on earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread,

And forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors, And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil

For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever.

Amen.

Offering Our GiftsAwake, Arise and Hail the Morn Mack Wilberg

Awake, arise, and hail the morn, halle, hallelujah,

For unto us a Savior’s born, halle, hallelujah,

See how the angels wing their way, halle, hallelujah,

To usher in the glorious day, halle, hallelujah!

To us a child is born in heaven, halle, hallelujah,

To us the Son of God is given, halle, hallelujah,

His name the wonderful shall be; halle, hallelujah,

His wonders heaven and earth shall see, halle, hallelujah!

Come join the angels in the sky, halle, hallelujah,

Glory to God who reigns on high, halle, hallelujah,

Let peace and love on earth abound, halle, hallelujah,

While time revolves and years roll ’round, halle, hallelujah!

Hark! What sweet music, what a song, halle, hallelujah,

Sounds from the bright celestial throng! halle, hallelujah,

Sweet song whose melting sounds impart, halle, hallelujah,

Joy to each raptured, listening heart, halle, hallelujah!

Our faith in grateful triumph boast, halle, hallelujah,

These wonders of the Lord of Hosts, halle, hallelujah,

And trust the zeal that formed the plan, halle, hallelujah,

To perfect what that zeal began, halle, hallelujah!

Hymn of Thanksgiving*

Joy to the World #161 (v. 4)

Listen to God’s WordTHE REVELATION: YOUNG JESUSLuke 2:39–52 (Pew Bible 1592–1593)Vic Pentz 8:45, 10:00Mark Crumpler 11:15

Receiving the Confirmation Class of 2014 10:00(see page 4)

Go in God’s NameHymn of Response*

God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen #166

Invitation and Benediction*

Postlude*

* Those who are able, please stand.** Ushers will seat latecomers at this time.

Peachtree is a community of Jesus followers inviting people to follow God in heart, mind, and strength.

If your young child needs attention during worship, live broadcasts of the service are available in the Williams Center and the Mothers and Infants Room off of the Williams Center.

The beautiful flowers in the Sanctuary this morning are given to the glory of God and in Honor of:

Vic and Becky Pentz by Vic’s Prayer Team

LEADING THE WORSHIP MILESTONES8:45Vic Pentz Senior PastorMarnie Crumpler Executive PastorSteve Huntley Pastor for Grand Adults

10:00Vic Pentz Senior PastorChuck Roberts Pastor for Congregational LifeVicki Harrington Franch Pastor for Pastoral Care

11:15Mark Crumpler Pastor for Teaching & Spiritual FormationVicki Harrington Franch Pastor for Pastoral Care

Leading the MusicThe Chancel ChoirThe Chancel BellsMary Hoffman Director of MusicAndy Bayles Assoc. Dir. of Music & WorshipKenneth Axelson Interim OrganistAnna Dodd HornJonathan Swygert TrumpetNathan Zgonc TrombonePaula Williams PercussionStephen McCluskey SoloistStephanie Adrian Soloist

Lighting the CandlesLily Schaffer 8:45Hayden Shoup 10:00

Placing the BibleJohn Chambliss 8:45Trenton Chasteen 10:00June Adkinson 11:15

BirthsSloane Mason Fleetwood 11/11Tara & Jennings Fleetwood

HospitalsCharlie FlowersHalcyon Hospice

Family Member DeathCarl Brettschneider 11/26Brother of Tom Brettschneider

Martha Ruggiano 11/28Sister of Susan McMurray

Juanita Garrett Walstad 11/19Mother of Med Walstad

TODAY IN WORSHIP

Today we celebrate the Confirmation class of 2014 as they make their professions of faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and become members of Peachtree. Ninety-one students have been growing as disciples, learning scripture and theology, and building new friendships. Pray for these students in this important faith commitment and rite of passage.

See page 4 for a complete list of participating students.

ADVENT SUNDAYToday is the second Sunday of Advent. Advent is a season of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus on Christmas. Advent candles help us keep watch for the coming of Jesus. We begin in darkness, lighting a candle each Sunday until Christmas Eve. On Christmas Eve we light the Christ candle, celebrating the birth of Jesus, the Light of the World.

LIGHTING OF ADVENT CANDLESMillay & Bill Chappell, Finley and Sadie 8:45Elizabeth & Dave Cleveland, Reese and Carter 10:00Karen DeZearn 11:15

CONFIRMATION CLASS OF 2014

Beau Adams

Ben Allen

Carson Bargeron

Allie Bittick

Ansley Bittick

Nicholas Blankenship

Cole Campbell

Ellie Conway

Graeme Davidson

Elizabeth Dickson

Caroline Dickson

Charlie Edmiston

Gabby Elve

Alden Evans

Camden Evans

Lee Evans IV

Grayson Fallon

Meme Fort

Lucy Gash

Caroline Gaster

Jack Googe

Jack Gregg

Mac Harris

Ryan Harvey

Davis Herndon

Caroline Herzfeld

Nance Hill*

Robert Hill

Hunter Hines

Eleanor Hopkins

Jordan Howard

Noah Howard

Chad Hudak

Schaefer Jackson

Peter Johnston

Mitchell Kahlert

Parker Kahlert

Chase Karamanolis

Tase Karamanolis

Graham Kennedy

Caswell King

Andrew Koriwchak

Margaret Koriwchak

Win Laws

Casey Levy

JD Lindauer

Brooke Lindner

William Long

Ben Lyday

Kent Malcolm

Libby Malcolm

Owen Malcolm

Hope Manning

Thomas Marsden

Joseph Mathias

Luke McLemore

Katie Miller

William Mitcham

Anna Mitnitsky

Hayden Moore

Ian Moore

Ford Morgan*

Aria Morrill

Caroline Morris

Ethan Mullen

James Mullen

Jack Neill

Jack Neumann

Elizabeth Nicholson

Carter Oesterling

Jill Parker

Thomas Pierce

Baillie Presten

Jack Presten

Ann Rafeedie

TJ Rafeedie

Claire Rohleder

Catherine Scales

Warren Seeds

Henry Sharp

Edward Shores

Lewis Smith

Thomas Smith

Ryan Spears

Richard Spencer

Logan Starr*

Katie Tanner

Brady Vincent

Will Wallace

Jack Whitten

Talbot Young

Below are listed the names of the ninety-one students being confirmed. Students marked with an asterisk (*) will be baptized during the 10:00 service.

Children’s Advent ConcertToday | 4:00 pm | Sanctuary

“And a little child shall lead them...” Let the children of Peachtree show you the way to the Christ child, in this first Christmas Concert of the season. The Concert will feature all of our Children’s Choirs, singers and ringers.

At the concert, we will be collecting hats, scarves, mittens and gloves for the Foster Care Support Foundation.

Strike the Harp: A Christmas Festival ConcertDecember 14 | 6:00 pm | Sanctuary

Nicholas Bowden & Friends Christmas ConcertDecember 21 | 6:00 pm | Sanctuary

TICKETS $10

peachtree-church.org/kingstontrio

Young Families Service10:00 am | Sanctuary

This delightful telling of Christmas will capture hearts of children and parents alike. Sing your favorite carols and experience God’s story in a fresh way.

Communion Service12:00 pm | Kellett Chapel

Come and adore Him through instrumental music, the singing of familiar carols, and Christmas communion. Mark Crumpler preaches.

A Summit Christmas12:00 pm | The Lodge

Celebrate the story of Christmas with favorite carols and a special candle lighting experience in the casual urban oasis of the Summit.

Family Candlelight Service2:00 pm, 4:00 pm | Sanctuary

See the little town of Bethlehem come alive. Sing familiar carols. Hear the great story of Jesus’ birth. Join with the angels, shepherds and wise men as we worship the Christ child through song, word and a special candle lighting experience. Visit the nativity animals on the front lawn before or after the service.

Traditional Candlelight Services6:00 pm, 8:00 pm, 10:00 pm | Sanctuary

The majesty of music and the message of Jesus’ birth fill these candlelight services. The Chancel Choir, accompanied by a brass ensemble, leads us in our celebration on this Holy Night. Vic Pentz’s inspiring meditation is followed by candle lighting as we worship the baby Jesus, the Light of the World.

SANCTUARY CHRISTMASLOVE

Fill thewith

Make checks payable to Peachtree

Presbyterian Church and mail along with

this form to:

Kristy Blackmon, Hospitality Coordinator

Peachtree Presbyterian Church

3434 Roswell Road, NW

Atlanta, GA 30305

Forms and checks can be dropped off

in the box located at the Williams Center

desk by December 14.

Please do not place order in the

collection plate.

IN MEMORY OF:

IN HONOR OF:

GIVEN BY:

PHONE NUMBER:

The Sanctuary is decorated with

beautiful Christmas greenery

and poinsettias! If you would like

to take part by honoring or

remembering your loved ones

or special friends, please

place your order online at

peachtree-church.org/news/poinsettias

or simply fill out the

form to the right.

Poinsettias are $10.00

for each person you wish

to remember (Mr. & Mrs.

are two persons). Names of

those being honored will

be published in the

December 21 bulletin.

Sing with the Chancel Choir on Christmas Eve!

6:00, 8:00, 10:00 pm Traditional Candlelight Services

Rehearsal on Monday, December 22, 6:30 –8:30 pm

For more information, contact Heather Ellison at 404-842-5846 or heathere@peachtreepres.org

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ChildcareChildcare for children birth –5 years is available for all services.

ParkingParking is available on campus and at our Peachtree Express Satellite locations.

Peachtree Express ShuttleCATES CENTER LOTLocated on E. Andrews between Roswell Road and West Paces Ferry, 3:00 –7:30 pm

POWERS FERRY SQUARE LOTLocated at Powers Ferry and Roswell Road, 1/4 mile north of church, 3:00 –7:30 pm

CONNECT CARD Welcome to Peachtree. We’re glad you’re here!( ) I/We are new to Peachtree.( ) I would like to learn more about joining Peachtree( ) Please update my address/ contact information.( ) I would like to learn more about:

Mr. / Mrs. / Ms. (please circle one)

Your Name:

Spouse’s Name: (if applicable)

Street:

City, State, Zip:

Phone:

Email:

( ) Single ( ) Married ( ) I/We have kids aged newborn – 4th grade( ) I/We have kids 5th–12th grade I would like to join a volunteer team for:( ) Usher/Greeter( ) Children’s Ministry( ) Student Ministry( ) Music Ministry( ) Worship Video Production

I would like prayer:

* Please fold and drop in the offering plate.

GET INVOLVED peachtree-church.org/news

Far more than a tour. Join this pilgrimage to Turkey and Greece, where you not only see the sites, but your soul is shaped by God. Trip dates are May 28 – June 14, 2015. Informational session today in 2301 at 11:15 am.croberts@peachtreepres.org

S T E P H E N M I N I S T R Y

We all experience challenges in life—times when we can benefit from the support of a caring Christian friend. Stephen ministers provide emotional and spiritual care. Receive care and learn how to help others with new training starting January 21.peachtree-church.org/support