“Christmas, It’s Not Your Birthday”
Advent Worship Series
Rev. Pamela Kurtz
What Do You Give Jesus on His Birthday?
Scripture
Matthew 25:31-46
Worship Music Links
Todo la Tierra (All Earth is Waiting)
Like A Child
It Came Upon A Midnight Clear
November 17th – Christmas, It’s Not Your Birthday!
November 24th – Expect a Miracle!
December 1st – Giving Up on Perfect
December 8th – A Scandalous Love
December 15th – What Do You Give Jesus on His Birthday?
We put so much time and energy into finding the perfect gifts for our loved ones—but what about the things the real Birthday Boy wants from us? Jesus made it clear that we give to him by giving to others—feeding the poor, clothing the naked, visiting the sick and imprisoned.
December 22 – Children’s Christmas Pageant
December 29th – TBD
January 5th – By A Different Road
Last Sunday’s Gratitude Times
“I have gratitude for Laurel Williams co-chairing the Annual Children’s Craft Faire with Kathleen Bell.”
“I have gratitude for the wonderful Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir’s beautiful annual Holiday Concert.”
“I am grateful for this church.”
Fellowship Snacks are provided by members of the congregation.
Last name Family Groupings for Fellowship Snacks:
Group 1: A-C will provide snacks for Fellowship this week.
Group 2: D-H
Group 3: I-Q
Group 4: R-Z
Save Space for our Guests!
Please park off-site if you are able, to allow our guests to park in our Guest Parking Lot (First Avenue). If you would like access to the garage, please contact our Church Administrator at office@lakemerrittumc.org
Check out our weekly calendar and upcoming events here. This week’s graphics can be found here.