Voluntary “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus” Berry The Handbell Choir of Peace Lutheran Church

Gathering Hymn “Watchman Tell Us of the Night” (8 AM sings verses 1 & 3) (Traveler—Choir, Watchman–Congregation) Congregation sings bold words.

Watchman, tell us of the night, What its signs of promise are. Traveler, o’er yon mountain’s height, See that glory beaming star. Watchman, does its beauteous ray Aught of joy or hope foretell? Traveler, yes—it brings the day, Promised day of Israel. Watchman, tell us of the night; Higher yet that star ascends. Traveler, blessedness and light, Peace and truth its course portends. Watchman, will its beams alone Gild the spot that gave them birth? Traveler, ages are its own; See, it bursts o’er all the earth. Watchman, tell us of the night, For the morning seems to dawn. Traveler, darkness takes its flight, Doubt and terror are withdrawn. Watchman, let thy wanderings cease; Hie thee to thy quiet home. Traveler, lo! the Prince of Peace, Lo! the Son of God is come!

THIRD SUNDAY IN ADVENT

December 13 , 2015

Walter Still, Pastor Ric Jaeggi, Director of Music,

Organist /Choir Director

The Word of God comes alive as one listens to it being read. Bibles are available from the ushers for those who wish to follow with the readings. Today’s story: “Rebuilding the Temple”.

The Preaching Text

Ezra 1:1–4; 3:1–4, 10–13 Luke 2:25–27

Hymn of the Day “All Glory Be to God on High” J. S. Bach (8 AM sings stanzas 1 & 4)

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Offertory “Alleluia” from Cantata 142 J. S. Bach Sanctuary Choir Communion Hymn “Come With Us, O Blessed Jesus” ELW 501

Chancel Flowers are given to the Glory of God

in memory of Kris Mathew Dunster by Hank Dunster and Joyce Foor

Sending Hymn “Once He Came in Blessing” J. S Bach (8am sing stanzas 1 & 4)

Closing Voluntary “Once He Came in Blessing” J. S. Bach

(Hymns reprinted under Copyright license supplied by Augsburg Fortress # 24072 and CCLI # 11036385)