First Sunday after Christmas Reading of God’s Word Isaiah 61:10-62:3 (page 604, LP page 1158) Galatians 4:4-7 (page 947, LP page 1813) December 28, 2014, 10:00 AM Watchword of the Week: But when the fullness of time had come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, in order to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as children. Galatians 4:4,5 *Hymn 305 Judy Snyder What Child Is This Message Rev. Venable Looking for the One Luke 2:22-40 (page 833, LP page 1591) Prelude The First Noel Welcome and Announcements Arr. Page Rev. Scott Venable Prayers of the People/Pastoral Prayer Call to Worship Adoration Fettke Giving of Tithes and Offerings to the Lord Prayer of Dedication Anthem Behold His Glory with Go Tell It on the Mountain) Arr. Innes  Please sign the Friendship Register at the end of your row and pass it down. Children three years old and under may go to the Nursery. *Please stand. Berry Still, all was still; the earth was lost in silent dreams and suddenly things were changed. The Light of the world was born. Behold His glory, the glory of the Father, God’s love revealed for all the world to see. The Word made flesh has come to dwell among us; now let us praise His pow’r and majesty. He is the Light that shines out of darkness; He will lead the way to our eternal home. He will be our glory as we share salvation’s story: The Savior of the world has come. Behold the glory of the Lord. “Behold His Glory,”, Words and Music by Cindy Berry ©2001 in Noel Celebration Hal Leonard Corporation CCLI License #751334 Doxology Choosing of Congregational and Individual Watchwords O Come, All Ye Faithful If you would like information about our activities or becoming a member of Fairview, please indicate your wish in the appropriate space. (Following the Liturgy, please greet those around you in the Name of Christ.) Message The First Noel *Benediction *Postlude *Liturgy for Christmas, Page 59 Children’s *Hymn 290 Rebecca Church The Chancel Flowers are given in honor of the Fairview Congregation by Charlie and Marty Martin. A note of thanksgiving to our church family, You prayed for us in all our difficult times; you gave words of cheer to us and our family members; you sent cards and brought food and flowers to us – for all your kindnesses, we give thanks. Melvin and Betty Fulp Stewards of Service This Week: Ushers: Hewitt Gilbert, Gary Harrold, Harry Sapp, Bill Shields Greeters: Barry and Kathy King Worship Nursery: Heather Hubbard CALENDAR: DECEMBER 28, 2014 – JANUARY 4, 2015 Monday 10:00 AM 11:10 AM 10:30 AM Worship – Choosing 2015 Watchwords Sunday School (Optional for each Class) Women’s Fellowship Executive Board Mtg. Wednesday 11:00 PM Salem Congregation Watch Night Service at Konnoak Hills Moravian Church New Year’s Day – Church Office Closed Church Office Closed for New Year Holiday Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at K & W Restaurant on Healy Drive Removing the tree and decorations from the Sanctuary Worship with Guest Speaker, The Rev. Carol Foltz Sunday School Today (Conference Room) Thursday Friday 8:00 AM Saturday Sunday 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 11:10 AM _______________________________________________________________ Staff & Ministry Areas of Fairview Office Phone: 768-5629; Kitchen Phone: 768-1958; Fax: 768-5637 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.fairviewmoravianchurch.org Office Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM–Noon Rev. Scott Venable, Pastor Lewis Phillips, Music Director/Pastoral Assistant Janet Robbins, Administrative Assistant Dena Todd, Treasurer Amy Mendenhall, Vice-Chair, Elders Robert Rascoe, Chair, Trustees Robah Ogburn, Band Director Everyone is invited to be involved in each of the ministry areas of the congregation. If you have questions about becoming a participant in our music ministry, children’s ministry, Sunday School, outreach projects or mission efforts, please speak to an usher. If you are in need of pastoral assistance, you are invited to contact the Church Office. You may also call Rev. Scott Venable at 659-4586 or Lewis Phillips at 751-4264.