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INTRODUCTION
Stir up your power, and come! The psalmist's plea in Psalm 80:2 has become familiar to us in the Advent prayers. Isaiah wants God to rip the heavens open. Both cry out for an apparently distant, angry God to show up, to save, to restore. When we hear Jesus describing the coming of the Son of Man with stars falling from heaven, it can sound dire and horrible, not like anything we would ever hope for. But when we really look at the suffering of people God loves, we can share the hope that God would tear open the heavens and come. PRAYER OF THE DAY Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. By your merciful protection awaken us to the threatening dangers of our sins, and keep us blameless until the coming of your new day, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Reprinted from Words for Worship, copyright 2019 Augsburg Fortress. Used by permission. Scripture quotations (except psalms) from the New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989 Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA. All rights reserved. Used by permission. | ||
Advent Evening Holden Service
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Holden Service Hymns
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Daily Advent Devotions
Advent is a time of hope. Hope arises when we glimpse new possibilities (watch for them). The impact these glimpses have on our thoughts and beliefs means that hope is inextricably linked to faith. Like our Biblical foremothers and forefathers, we as Christian community, don’t view Hope as just wishful thinking (something over which we have no control), our hope exists as secure assurance, a trust placed in a trustworthy God. This message is so important for the current times in which we live. God has not failed us in the past, and therefore, if he claims he will do something in the future, we have hope that he will fulfill that claim.
So, this Advent more than ever the Worship and Music Team felt it was important to explore ways to bring us together as a community of hope bound by faith in God’s promise. What better way to do that than around the Advent Wreath? We encourage each household to create their own Advent wreath and follow along with Pastor’s daily prayers around that wreath. Light the candles as we progress through the season and enjoy our on-line version of the Holden Evening Prayer as often as you would like. It is our prayer that these Advent opportunities will bring hope to your lives and joy for the coming season.
See Instructions Here:
So, this Advent more than ever the Worship and Music Team felt it was important to explore ways to bring us together as a community of hope bound by faith in God’s promise. What better way to do that than around the Advent Wreath? We encourage each household to create their own Advent wreath and follow along with Pastor’s daily prayers around that wreath. Light the candles as we progress through the season and enjoy our on-line version of the Holden Evening Prayer as often as you would like. It is our prayer that these Advent opportunities will bring hope to your lives and joy for the coming season.
See Instructions Here:
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Advent Musical Reflections by Linda
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Advent Week 1 Reflection |
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Wednesday Online Bible Study
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We are going to hold a Zoom Bible Study on Wednesday at 4:00p.m. We will be looking at this passage as well as some questions to think about in preparation for Wednesday. You are encouraged to meditate on this passage, either alone, or with others you live with and to take some time to write down your reflections. However, if you do not wish to do any preparation, you are welcome to join in the conversation on Wednesday at 4:00! Check your email for login information. You will need the meeting ID to join. If you did not receive an email, but would still like to join, please email rlcnewberlin@gmail.com for your login information.
Home Bible Study
2 Isaiah
42 1-4 “Take a good look at my servant. I’m backing him to the hilt. He’s the one I chose, and I couldn’t be more pleased with him. I’ve bathed him with my Spirit, my life. He’ll set everything right among the nations. He won’t call attention to what he does with loud speeches or gaudy parades. He won’t brush aside the bruised and the hurt and he won’t disregard the small and insignificant, but he’ll steadily and firmly set things right. He won’t tire out and quit. He won’t be stopped until he’s finished his work—to set things right on earth. Far-flung ocean islands wait expectantly for his teaching.” 5-9 God’s Message, the God who created the cosmos, stretched out the skies, laid out the earth and all that grows from it, Who breathes life into earth’s people, makes them alive with his own life: “I am God. I have called you to live right and well. I have taken responsibility for you, kept you safe. I have set you among my people to bind them to me, and provided you as a lighthouse to the nations, To make a start at bringing people into the open, into light: opening blind eyes, releasing prisoners from dungeons, emptying the dark prisons. I am God. That’s my name. I don’t franchise my glory, don’t endorse the no-god idols. Take note: The earlier predictions of judgment have been fulfilled. I’m announcing the new salvation work. Before it bursts on the scene, I’m telling you all about it.” 10-16 Sing to God a brand-new song, sing his praises all over the world! Let the sea and its fish give a round of applause, with all the far-flung islands joining in. Let the desert and its camps raise a tune, calling the Kedar nomads to join in. Let the villagers in Sela round up a choir and perform from the tops of the mountains. Make God’s glory resound; echo his praises from coast to coast. God steps out like he means business. You can see he is primed for action. He shouts, announcing his arrival; he takes charge, and his enemies fall into line: “I’ve been quiet long enough. I’ve held back, biting my tongue. But now I’m letting loose, letting go, like a woman who’s having a baby— Stripping the hills bare, withering the wildflowers, drying up the rivers, turning lakes into mudflats. But I’ll take the hand of those who don’t know the way, who can’t see where they’re going. I’ll be a personal guide to them, directing them through unknown country. I’ll be right there to show them what roads to take, make sure they don’t fall into the ditch. These are the things I’ll be doing for them— sticking with them, not leaving them for a minute
2 Isaiah
42 1-4 “Take a good look at my servant. I’m backing him to the hilt. He’s the one I chose, and I couldn’t be more pleased with him. I’ve bathed him with my Spirit, my life. He’ll set everything right among the nations. He won’t call attention to what he does with loud speeches or gaudy parades. He won’t brush aside the bruised and the hurt and he won’t disregard the small and insignificant, but he’ll steadily and firmly set things right. He won’t tire out and quit. He won’t be stopped until he’s finished his work—to set things right on earth. Far-flung ocean islands wait expectantly for his teaching.” 5-9 God’s Message, the God who created the cosmos, stretched out the skies, laid out the earth and all that grows from it, Who breathes life into earth’s people, makes them alive with his own life: “I am God. I have called you to live right and well. I have taken responsibility for you, kept you safe. I have set you among my people to bind them to me, and provided you as a lighthouse to the nations, To make a start at bringing people into the open, into light: opening blind eyes, releasing prisoners from dungeons, emptying the dark prisons. I am God. That’s my name. I don’t franchise my glory, don’t endorse the no-god idols. Take note: The earlier predictions of judgment have been fulfilled. I’m announcing the new salvation work. Before it bursts on the scene, I’m telling you all about it.” 10-16 Sing to God a brand-new song, sing his praises all over the world! Let the sea and its fish give a round of applause, with all the far-flung islands joining in. Let the desert and its camps raise a tune, calling the Kedar nomads to join in. Let the villagers in Sela round up a choir and perform from the tops of the mountains. Make God’s glory resound; echo his praises from coast to coast. God steps out like he means business. You can see he is primed for action. He shouts, announcing his arrival; he takes charge, and his enemies fall into line: “I’ve been quiet long enough. I’ve held back, biting my tongue. But now I’m letting loose, letting go, like a woman who’s having a baby— Stripping the hills bare, withering the wildflowers, drying up the rivers, turning lakes into mudflats. But I’ll take the hand of those who don’t know the way, who can’t see where they’re going. I’ll be a personal guide to them, directing them through unknown country. I’ll be right there to show them what roads to take, make sure they don’t fall into the ditch. These are the things I’ll be doing for them— sticking with them, not leaving them for a minute
Reflection Questions:
1. Who do you think Isaiah is speaking about in verses 1-4? What makes you think this?
2. Imagine listening to these words after the pandemic is over and you and your loved ones are on a two-week, all expense paid vacation. How do they sound? Now imagine listening to them on a day when 500,000 people in the United States have died from the corona virus, and your best friend is sick with it in the ICU. How do they sound?
3. Through what or whom do you experience most clearly the presence of God?
4. In verse 3, we read the following: Look at my servant…he won’t tire or quit. He won’t be stopped until he has finished all his work—to set things right on earth. If this promise is true, what work is left to be done?
1. Who do you think Isaiah is speaking about in verses 1-4? What makes you think this?
2. Imagine listening to these words after the pandemic is over and you and your loved ones are on a two-week, all expense paid vacation. How do they sound? Now imagine listening to them on a day when 500,000 people in the United States have died from the corona virus, and your best friend is sick with it in the ICU. How do they sound?
3. Through what or whom do you experience most clearly the presence of God?
4. In verse 3, we read the following: Look at my servant…he won’t tire or quit. He won’t be stopped until he has finished all his work—to set things right on earth. If this promise is true, what work is left to be done?
Weekly Musical Recommendations
from Linda Jakubowski, RLC's Director of Music
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We are entering the season of Advent. A time of simplicity, and. Let us remain calm and vigilant, always believing in the promise of the future.
“O Come, O Come Emanuel”, Enya |
If you have lost a friend or a loved one, Christmas can be a difficult time. Here are The Piano Guys w/ Craig Aven singing “You’re with the Son of God”
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“Prepare the Royal Highway” arranged by James H. Lanster. Performed by Bethlehem Lutheran Choir
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We have so much, and there is so much need. This song asks us, “What can I give?” “Little Drummer Boy" (African Tribal Version) – Alex Boye, Genesis Choir
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“You Raise Me Up” A Cappella Style – Peter Hollens, w/ 200 Kids
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LATEST UPDATE: Worship services remain virtual however we have begun to allow small
gatherings of individuals. These groups must follow the strict safety and cleaning protocols that have been put in place.
For further Coronavirus Resources, Visit our special web page HERE
Pastor Mary is committed, as always, to helping however she can.
Please feel free to contact her at her personal number: 262-930-2726.
Or, by email at; mcubun2@gmail.com.
gatherings of individuals. These groups must follow the strict safety and cleaning protocols that have been put in place.
For further Coronavirus Resources, Visit our special web page HERE
Pastor Mary is committed, as always, to helping however she can.
Please feel free to contact her at her personal number: 262-930-2726.
Or, by email at; mcubun2@gmail.com.
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We invite anyone and everyone to come experience RLC for yourself at an upcoming Sunday service or seasonal Wednesday service. You'll immediately feel at home with the RLC family and feel the positive influence of God's presence.
We invite anyone and everyone to come experience RLC for yourself at an upcoming Sunday service or seasonal Wednesday service. You'll immediately feel at home with the RLC family and feel the positive influence of God's presence.
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Love [& RLC] Has No Labels.
We affirm, with the apostle Paul, that in Christ, "there is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male or female. Christ has made us one." (Galatians 3:28)
RLC welcomes all and believes in diversity. Diversity is the range of human differences, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religious or ethical values system, national origin, and political beliefs. ALL ARE WELCOME HERE!
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Beyond diversity though, RLC also practices inclusion. Inclusion is involvement and empowerment, where the inherent worth and dignity of all people are recognized. An inclusive congregation promotes and sustains a sense of belonging; it values and practices respect for the talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of living of its members and its partners.
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Diversity is being invited to the party. Inclusion is being asked to dance."
- Verna Myers, Diversity and Inclusion Expert
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Our Mission:
Celebrating God’s Grace
through Worship, Nurture & Outreach.
The ‘church’ is God’s people who believe that they are redeemed by Jesus Christ and serve Him daily through their lives with love for our neighbors. The church is where God’s people gather to receive Him through His means of grace which we celebrate through the Gospel, baptism, Holy Communion, prayer, fellowship, and mission.
We daily affirm that Christ lives in each person throughout the world for we are all one in Christ.
We daily affirm that Christ lives in each person throughout the world for we are all one in Christ.
