Order of Worship
Preparation for Worship
Prelude and Silent Prayer
Introit ~ “Now Thank We All Our God”
* Hymn #208 ~ “O Come, All Ye Faithful”
Welcome and Announcements
Adoration of God
Call to Worship: Luke 1:26-33
* Hymn #203 ~ “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing”
Anthem ~ “And the Glory of the Lord”
Confession of Sin
* Reading of the Law: Deuteronomy 6:1-9
Assurance of Pardon
Affirmation of Faith: The Apostles’ Creed
We believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord; Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried;
He descended into Hades; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into Heaven, and sits on the right hand of God, the Father Almighty; From there He shall come to judge the quick and the dead.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen
* Hymn #214 ~ “Angels We Have Heard on High”
Means of Grace
Pastoral Prayer and Lord’s Prayer
Old Testament Reading: Psalm 4:1-8
New Testament Reading: Matthew 11:25-30
Sermon: “At His Feet” (Ruth 3:1-18)
Hymn #219 ~ “All Praise to Thee, Eternal Lord”
Communion
Response and Blessing
* Doxology to the tune of “For All the Saints” #358
Praise ye the Lord, His mighty works acclaim:
His years are endless, yet is He the same
O sing His praise, give glory to His holy name:
Alleluia, Alleluia. Amen
* Blessing/Benediction
[* indicates to please stand]
Sermon Notes
“At His Feet” (Ruth 3:1-18)
I. Introduction
II. Ruth at the Feet of Boaz
A. What is going on here?
B. Seeking refuge
III. Application
A. A beautiful picture of repentance
B. At the feet of Jesus—and often
Announcements
Today: Nursery for children birth through three during Sunday School and Worship.
Today: The “Worship Training Room” (across from kitchen) is available for young families (livestream available)
Communication from us? Please fill out a Communication Card (on back table)
Today: Advent Devotionals available
Today: “Choir Concert and Children’s Advent Celebration,” 3pm; please bring a dozen cookies to share
December 16: “Church Christmas Party”, 6pm-8pm; high school and up, gift exchange ($15), Please bring hors d’oeuvres and dessert
Food Pantry: Food available for church families in kitchen
Please: Food and drink limited to Fellowship Hall. Thank you
Next Week’s Sermon Text: Ruth 4:1-12