Calendars
We are in the process of updating our calendar system with some new software. You now have three different calendar pages to choose from.
We are in the process of updating our calendar system with some new software. You now have three different calendar pages to choose from.
Our last Lenten Lunch of the year is a return of the Annual Broadway Sing-A-Long with Pastor Jeff Johnson.
In addition to its own worship services, First Evangelical Lutheran Church also serves as host to several other worship communities. Here is a complete list.
FELC hosts Twelve Step Meetings for those who need the support they provide.
Readings and Music
Layreaders:
Susan Newberg, Briannah Lafontant, Anne Kelley, The Macnevin Family, Bill Keisel, Peter & Susan Randall, The Caffelle Family
Today’s Guest Musicians:
Susan Winterbottom-Shadday, Craig Shadday, Thomas Gregory, Lucas Swanson, Loralee Swanson
As on the first day of creation, on this Christmas Day the Word illumines the world, shining forth to bring all things into being. Today we celebrate the incarnate Word, God becoming flesh to live among us in the person of Jesus Christ then and now. Emboldened by the good news of Christ’s birth, along with the shepherds, Mary and Joseph, and all witnesses to the light of Christ, we declare to the world that we have indeed seen and been transformed by the arrival of “the salvation of our God.” O come, let us adore
In winter’s deepest night, we welcome the light of the Christ child. Isaiah declares that the light of the long-promised king will illumine the world and bring endless peace and justice. The angels declare that Jesus’ birth is good and joyful news for everyone, including lowly shepherds. Filled with the light that shines in our lives, we go forth to share the light of Christ with the whole world.
Today the children of First Lutheran proclaim the Christmas Story. Their proclamation is sermon and they point wondrously to Jesus. During these final days of Advent we pray, “O come, O come, Emmanuel,” a beloved hymn based on the O Antiphons, ancient prayers appointed for the seven days preceding Christmas. On this final Sunday of Advent we prepare to celebrate the birth of the one born to save us from the power of sin and death.
A note of joyful expectation marks today’s worship. Isaiah announces that the desert shall rejoice and blossom, and Jesus points to the unexpected and transforming signs of God’s reign. We wait with patience for the coming of the Lord, even as we rejoice at his presence among us this day: in word and holy supper, in church and in our homes, in silent reflection and in works of justice and love. We pray that God would open our eyes and ears to the wonders of Christ’s advent among us.
Temple Talk by Peter and Susan Randall today.
First Evangelical Lutheran Church
900 Main Street
Brockton, MA 02301
© 2024 All rights reserved, First Lutheran Church, Brockton MA