Dec. 12 Livestream – Look forward
December 11, 2021 by Rich
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On this, the third Sunday of Advent, we don’t need to be reminded to look forward. We’re already doing it, looking ahead to Christmas and the miraculous birth. Let us take this moment and pause, and remember the joy God’s love brings to the world.
WELCOME
PRELUDE – Offertory – Purvis
*CALLING ONE ANOTHER TO WORSHIP
One: Be glad, children of God!
All: Our Savior Jesus Christ offers love to all the world!
One: Sing praises to God, the Holy One, who brings light and life!
All: God lights our way!
One: God lifts our spirits!
All: Glory to God for the biggest gift of all – Jesus Christ!
*HYMN – Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus – #187
*OPENING PRAYER
God Emmanuel; open our hearts to receive you Life in the fast lane does have its rewards But earthly rewards alone do not offer fulfillment The frenzy of the outside world leaves us exhausted So we gather this day seeking you, God of ‘perpetually-arriving’ light! We praise and adore you May we celebrate your overflowing gifts by living as joyful witnesses to your love We pray in your name, Christ Jesus Amen.
ADVENT WREATH CANDLE LIGHTING – The Candle of Joy
ADVENT WREATH PRAYER
Gracious God, as we continue our Advent journey, we ask that you open our eyes to the beauty and goodness around us, and fill our hearts with grateful joyRemind us that Christ is our light and the source of all joy, and that we are here to serve you and to spread this joy to others Amen.
CONGREGATION SINGS – When God Is a Child (Verse 3) – worship booklet, p95
GOD’S WORD – Isaiah 12:2-6 – Pastor Dan
SPECIAL MUSIC
GOD’S WORD – Luke 1:26-38 – Pastor Dan
SERMON – Pastor Dan
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND LORD’S PRAYER – Pastor Dan
*HYMN – Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee –#13
*SENDING OUT – God sends us to freely offer Christ’s grace and joy to all! – Pastor Dan
*POSTLUDE – A Joyous Carol – Roques
Dec. 5 Livestream – Make Ready
December 4, 2021 by Rich
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This is the second Sunday of Advent, our second step toward the Promise of Christmas. The second step toward finding the quiet, calm and peace that comes from knowing God is in control. We are glad you are with us today.
WELCOME
PRELUDE – In Bethlehem’s Low Stable – Walcha
*CALLING ONE ANOTHER TO WORSHIP
One: The days are surely coming, says our God, when justice and righteousness will appear.
All: God’s promises will be made known to us.
One: We will declare God’s goodness and salvation.
All: From now on, we will seek to walk in God’s ways.
*HYMN – O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Verses 1, 2 and 3) – #186
O, come, O come, Emmanuel,
And ransom captive Israel,
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear.
REFRAIN
Rejoice! rejoice! Emanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel!
O Come, Thou Rod of Jesse free
Thine own from Satan’s tyranny;
From Depths of hell Thy people save
And give them victory o’er the grave.
REFRAIN
O come, Thou Dayspring, come and cheer
Our spirits by Thine advent here;
And drive away the shades of night,
And pierce the clouds and bring us light!
REFRAIN
*OPENING PRAYER
God Emmanuel; we long for your peace, and we trust in your promises. We hear your call to turn toward you, to change our lives, and to receive you as our Savior.
Eternal God, you are our righteousness. Come now; meet us here. Fill our minds with your wisdom and our hearts with your peace. May this time of worship move us to take action working toward your dream of wholeness for all creation. We pray in your name, Christ Jesus. Amen.
ADVENT WREATH CANDLE LIGHTING – The Candle of God’s Peace
ADVENT WREATH PRAYER
Gracious God, as we continue our Advent journey, we thank you for sending the Prince of Peace into a world filled with unrest and strife. We ask that you quiet our restless hearts and instill in each of us the calm assurance that tells us you are in control so we need not worry. Give us the tools we need to serve as you would have us serve, and make us willing instruments of your peace. Amen.
CONGREGATION SINGS – When God Is a Child (Verse 2) – worship booklet, p. 95
Peace is a ribbon that circles the earth,
giving us promise of safety and worth.
When God is a child there’s join in our song.
The last shall be first and the weak shall be strong,
And none shall be afraid.
GOD’S WORD – Micah 5:2-5a – Pastor Dan
SPECIAL MUSIC – Go, Tell It on the Mountain – Hayes
GOD’S WORD – Luke 3:1-6 – Pastor Dan
SERMON – Pastor Dan
*PRAISE RESPONSE – Jesus, Lord to Me – #330
Jesus, Jesus, Lord to me;
Master, Savior, Prince of Peace;
Ruler of my heart today;
Jesus, Lord to me.
CELEBRATING THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND LORD’S PRAYERS – Pastor Dan
*HYMN – Like a River Glorious – #451
Like a river glorious Is God’s perfect peace,
Over all victorious In its bright increase;
Perfect, yet it floweth Fuller every day,
Perfect, yet it growth Deeper all the way.
REFRAIN
Stayed upon Jehovah, Hearts are fully blest;
Finding, as He promised, Perfect peace and rest.
Hidden in the hollow Of His blessed hand,
Never foe can follow, Never traitor stand;
Not a surge of worry, Not a shade of care,
Not a blast of hurry Touch the spirit there.
REFRAIN
Every joy or trial Falleth from above,
Traced upon our dial By the Son of Love.
We may trust Him fully All for us to do;
They who trust Him wholly Find Him wholly true.
REFRAIN
*SENDING OUT – God sends us into the world. – Pastor Dan
*POSTLUDE – Angels We Have Heard on High – Turner
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Sell your wares at the 2013 Ivy Chapel Christmas Craft and Vendor Fair
September 15, 2013 by Rich
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The Second Annual Ivy Chapel Christmas Craft and Vendor Fair is November 22 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. – and we need your help. We’re looking for crafters, bakers, builders & sellers of all kinds to join us in kicking off the Christmas season. It’s a chance to give your new, growing or established business some great exposure, and, of course, to have some fun doing it.
We ask that you reserve your space early–last year our spaces sold out. The registration fee is $30 for a 6 ft. table, and $35 for an 8 footer.
Fill out the registration form and mail it to Ivy Chapel Vendor Fair, 620 N. Woods Mill Road, Chesterfield, MO, 63017.
Have questions? Drop us a line and we’ll fill you in on the details.
Ivy brightens Christmas for area families
December 30, 2009 by Rich
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A big thank you to all of the member of Ivy Chapel who gave gifts, money and grocery bags that were given to Joint Neighborhood Ministry for the annual “Adopt a Family” program. This year, our congregation adopted five families, a total of nineteen people. On Sunday, December 13, we loaded three vans packed with gifts and groceries – including four bikes and a tricycle.
The pink grocery bag fundraisers also netted a check to JNM for $81.
The mitten tree — an Ivy tradition — overflowed this year with mittens, hats and scarves, which were divided between JNM and Circle of Concern. Both of these organizations said how much these items were needed, especially this year.
Your generosity made Christmas brighter for many families in our area! Thank you!
