C o n v e r t e d H e a r t
A Christian Methodist Episcopal Church Congregation
Reverend Darryl A. Burton Sr., Pastor
Reverend Kevin J. Agee, Presiding Elder
Bishop James B. Walker, Presiding Prelate
THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
The Order of Worship
December 24, 2017
The Songs of Worship & Praise Rev. Kim E. Burton
The Call to Worship
Leader: Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.
Congregation: Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:
Leader: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;
All: Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies.
The Hymn of Praise
The Pastoral Prayer
The Affirmation of Faith
The Scripture – Luke 2:8-20
The Lighting of the Advent Candles Sister Theresa Gabriel
The Ministry of Music
The Announcements & Welcome Sister Carine Brice
The Offering (All things come of thee oh Lord, and of thy own, have we given thee, Amen)
The Ministry of Music
The Sermon Pastor Darryl A. Burton
Topic: Joy To The World
Observations:
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The Altar Call
The Doxology
The Benediction
The Affirmation of Faith (Apostles’ Creed):
I 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; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I 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
Announcements:
Ø We have secured 112 ticket sales for persons attending the Winter Wonderland White Affair. Please sell your remaining tickets and turn in monies from your money immediately. We have secured our entertainment (DJ, soloists, musical group), decorations, and finalizing the menu for the evening. Tickets throughout the month of December are now $45.00.
Ø The next Manna Food volunteer day is December 29, 2017, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Your participation is appreciated. Let Pastor Darryl know if you plan to participate after worship service today.
The Doxology:
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow, Praise Him all creatures here below,
Praise Him above, ye heavenly host, Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
The 5 Important Reasons for having a Church Home.
Reason number 4: You will grow in your faith and walk with confidence in Christ – Galatians 5:22-23
Apostle Paul spoke in Galatians 5:22-23, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” He goes on to explain that walking in the Spirit of the Lord, helps us to crucify fleshly desires and lusts. The more we walk in this way, the more we gain confidence and have victory over wickedness. We have a choice in how we conduct ourselves. Ask the Lord today for guidance and watch how the Lord will help you to grow in faith and walk in confidence.
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