Sermon Podcast – December 31, 2023 – Resolutions

Preached by Susan Murray. Based on Ecclesiastes 3:1-13 and Matthew 25:31-46.

Resolutions – Bulletin & Live Stream for December 31, 2023

Let us worship God together this last day of 2023 and the First Sunday After Christmas, December 31, 2023. Susan Murray will be preaching, “Resolutions,” based on Ecclesiastes 3:1-13 and Matthew 25:31-46.

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Live stream link: https://youtube.com/live/CLP0YquiQWI?feature=share

Sermon Podcast – December 24, 2023 – Christmas

Preached by Susan Murray on December 24, 2023, Christmas Eve (evening service). Based on Luke 2:1-20.

Sermon Podcast – December 24, 2023 – Mary Knew

Preached by Jonathan Kimball on the Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 24, 2023 (morning service). Based on Luke 1:26-38, 46-55.

Christmas Eve Bulletin, Live Stream, and Announcements – December 24, 2023

We will be gathering for worship twice on December 24, 2023. First, we will have our normal morning worship at 9:45 am for the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Jonathan Kimball will be preaching, “Mary Knew,” based on Luke 1:26 – 38, 46-55. Morning live stream link: https://youtube.com/live/6kWjZLkB6-c?feature=share. Morning bulletin: Bulletin2023-12.24.

Then we will have our annual Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols at 6 pm. Susan Murray will provide a homily. Evening live stream: https://youtube.com/live/JFMHqWP1_CM?feature=share. Evening bulletin: Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols12.24.23.

We continue to collect the Christmas Joy offering. It is one of the Presbyterian Special Offerings. This offering provides critical financial assistance to church workers and their families in their time of need. The offering also provides educational opportunities and leadership development at Presbyterian-related schools and colleges equipping communities of color. There are envelopes on the table at the entrance of the sanctuary.

With the passing of the Longest Night, each day gets a little longer, reminding us that Jesus’s birth brought light to the world. “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overtake it.” And will not. Join us this Sunday to celebrate this coming of the Light into the world.

Cantata Podcast – December 17, 2023 – Festival of Lessons and Carols

Festival of Lessons and Carols by Jonathan Willcocks, presented by the Chancel Choir.

Festival of Lessons and Carols – Christmas Cantata – December 17, 2023

Please join us this Sunday at 9:45 am for our Christmas cantata, Festival of Lessons and Carols, by Jonathan Willcocks. The composer has often melded two carols together, creating an imaginative new texture for both. All are welcome to stay after worship for a carry-in luncheon.

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Live stream link: https://youtube.com/live/ovaxG5ATJMw?feature=share

A few reminders:

  • Presbyterian Women are hosting tea & cookies at 10 am on Saturday, December 16.
  • RCAS concert, Season of Light, is Saturday (12/16) at 7 pm and Sunday (12/17) at 3 pm. Tickets are $10.

Sermon Podcast – December 10, 2023 – Change Your Heart

Preached by Jonathan Kimball on the Second Sunday of Advent. Based on Mark 1:1-8.

Change Your Heart – Bulletin, Live Stream, and Announcements for December 10, 2023

Let us worship together this Second Sunday of Advent to prepare for Christ coming into our hearts. Jonathan Kimball will be preaching, “Change Your Heart,” based on Mark 1:1-8.

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Live stream link: https://youtube.com/live/Sh2p0Hfts6Q?feature=share

We will hold a congregational meeting after worship for the purpose of electing officers. More details in the newsletter. The meeting will not be streamed.

Next weekend, lots will be happening in our church (again, please refer to the newsletter):

  • December 16 at 10 am, the Presbyterian Women are hosting Coffee, Tea, and Cookies.
  • December 16 at 7 pm and December 17 at 3 pm, the Rolla Choral Arts Society will hold its concert, Season of Light, in the sanctuary. Tickets are $10, in advance or at the door.
  • December 17 in worship, the Chancel Choir will present its cantata, Festival of Lessons and Carols by Jonathan Willcocks.
  • December 17 after worship, we will hold a carry-in luncheon in the fellowship hall. All are welcome to stay.

Also, mark your calendars for our Christmas Eve candlelight service, Sunday, December 24, at 6 pm.

Sermon Podcast – December 3, 2023 – Season of Hope

Preached by Susan Murray, based on Mark 13:24 – 37.