An Advent Series in the Gospel of Luke
Advent 2021
The season of Advent marks the beginning of the church’s calendar with the anticipation and the birth of Jesus. Advent means coming. So, we are celebrating the coming of God in Christ at the first Christmas, and we are anticipating the ongoing coming of God in lives each day afresh. This Advent, we are following the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love with the Gospel of Luke.
December 26, 2021
First Sunday of Christmas
“Filled with Praise”
Pastor Sam preaching
Simeon and Anna welcome Jesus in the temple.
December 24, 2021
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
“Good News on the Night Shift”
Pastor Sam preaching
Shepherds receive the good news of the birth of Jesus.
December 19, 2021
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Christmas Choir Concert
“Singing for Love’s Sake”
Pastor Sam preaching
Mary sings of the mighty acts of God.
December 12, 2021
Third Sunday of Advent
“Surprised by Joy”
(Due to technical difficulties, there is not a video. Apologies!)
Pastor Sam preaching
Mary and Elizabeth greet each other with joy.
December 5, 2021
Second Sunday of Advent
“Anticipating the Peaceable Kingdom”
Pastor Sam preaching
The angel Gabriel tells Mary that she will have a son and name him Jesus.
November 28, 2021
First Sunday of Advent
“Unspeakable Hope”
Pastor Sam preaching
A priest encounters a divine vision, and the first hints of a new possibility begin to form.
Previous Sermon Series
Borders and Belonging
The story of Ruth is a story for our times. It is a drama of grief and love and prejudice and promise during a time of manifold upheavals. Glenn Jordon has observed, “This short narrative features those who are forced to migrate to another country because of poverty of famine and therefore encourages communities to face the question of what constitutes national identity and belonging.”