Wednesday, December 5, 2007

The Second Sunday of Advent

Lessons and Announcements for Sunday, December 9, 2007

Isaiah 11:1-10
Romans 15:4-13
Matthew 3:1-12
Psalm 72 or 72:1-8

The Collect

Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Announcements
  • Sunday, December 9th – Holy Eucharist at 9:00AM
  • Sunday School and child care are provided during the service.
  • WELCOME to Fr Jim Short who will be celebrating and preaching this morning.
  • Diocesan Youth Convention for Jr. & Sr. High Youth on January 11-12 at St James’ Cathedral, Fresno.
  • Key Anglican news items are posted below.
  • An article about Advent is posted below.
Next Sunday’s lessons: 3 Advent
Isaiah 35:1-10
James 5:7-10
Matthew 11:2-11
Psalm 146 or 146:4-9

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