First Sunday of Advent
December 3, 2023
Scripture Texts: Isaiah 64:1–9; Psalm 80:1–7; 1 Corinthians 1:3–9; Mark 13:24–37
Sermon: Quiet Wonder
Join us at 10:30am for our service of worship featuring readings from the Holy Scripture, the Lord's Supper, sacred music, a chat with our children (with special guests Patrick Dooly and Deb Myers), and a message about Jesus in the work of Lutheran Military Veterans and Families Ministries by Chaplain Leslie Haines.
Online Crossword based on today's readings
First Sunday of Advent
Order of Worship
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Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, and for all people according to their needs.
Indeed! Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down. Deliver us, O Lord. Bring us into your heavenly kingdom. We long for that Day. Amen! Come quickly, Lord Jesus. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Lord Almighty, of ancient times enthroned upon the cherubim on the ark but now, enthroned in the hearts of all who believe, restore us and let your face shine, that we may be saved. Lift up the light of your countenance upon all who suffer and mourn among us, that they may know your peace. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
We hear your call, Father, through your Holy Spirit, to believe in the gospel of the coming Son of God. Keep us in the faith until the end, and bring us into your everlasting kingdom. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
We know that we will see you, Lord, coming in power and with great glory, for our Redeemer lives. In the end, we will see you in the flesh, with our own eyes. Come, gather us with all the elect from the ends of the earth to the ends of heaven that we may see and know your eternal glory. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy — through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Visitor Info
Though we livestream our services, we invite you to join us for an in-person service if you live in the area or are passing though. St. Paul's features traditional worship and a message grounded in the Scriptures and guided by the Lutheran Confessions — all in a friendly, multigenerational environment. Holy Communion is celebrated each Sunday.
Please notice that we welcome and encourage children to worship with us. Just before the sermon, Pastor Ryman has a chat with the children. You're going to love this part of the service.
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St. Paul's Lutheran Church
205 St. Paul's Church Road
Salisbury, NC 28146
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