The Season of Advent December 14, 2014 8:00 AM

The season of Advent is a time of reflection on the gift that comes at Christmas and an anticipation of the second coming of Christ.

Today the color on the altar and on the banners is blue. Advent, a preparatory time of waiting and watching, communicates the message of hope. Our Christian faith rests on the hope that Christ, who came in history assuming our flesh, will also return on the last

day of time from that same blue sky he ascended into long ago. Blue, the color of the sky, helps convey that powerful message.

PASTORAL WELCOME

We also welcome today those watching our service live via our Live Web Stream on the Internet.

SHARING OF GOD’S PEACE

GATHERING HYMN Lift Up Your Heads,Ye Mighty Gates LSB # 340

INVOCATION LSB, p. 184

CONFESSION and ABSOLUTION LSB, p. 184

KYRIE Lord, Have Mercy LSB, p. 186

SALUTATION and COLLECT FOR THE DAY LSB, p. 189

THE FIRST READING I Kings 8:12-21 Page 288

Reader: This is the Word of the Lord.

People: Thanks be to God.

THE SECOND READING I Corinthians 6:12-20 Page 955

Reader: This is the Word of the Lord.

People: Thanks be to God.

THE GOSPEL PROCESSION AND ALLELUIA VERSE LSB, p. 190

THE HOLY GOSPEL INTRODUCTION LSB, p. 190

THE HOLY GOSPEL Mark 1:1-8 Page 836

THE GOSPEL PROCESSION AND ALLELUIA VERSE LSB, p. 191

THE NICENE CREED LSB, p. 191

HYMN OF THE DAY Lo! He ComesWith Clouds Descending LSB # 336

THE SERMON Pastor Bill Harmon

What you see in church:

Processional Cross: These

crosses have been used since the 4th

century. They signal the focus of our worship and the presence of

Christ as we gather and depart.

The Pulpit: This symbolizes the

authority of the church to preach the Word of God.

Altar Candles: Lit candles are a symbol of Christ being the light of the world. In the worship service

Christ comes to us in both the Word

and in the sacraments.

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THE OFFERING and OFFERING HYMN

“Holy Spirit, Ever Dwelling” LSB #650

At this time, please pass the pew registers, making sure that everyone in attendance has had a chance to sign in. We also have a guest register at the

Welcome Center in the Narthex. We rejoice in having you with us!

THE OFFERTORY LSB, p. 192

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH: Please see Prayer Ministry Page

After each petition, the leader will say: “Lord, in Your mercy,”

and the congregation responds: “Hear our prayer.”

THE SERVICE OF THE SACRAMENT LSB, p. 194

DISTRIBUTION HYMNS

Comfort, Comfort Ye My People LSB# 347

Once He Came in Blessing LSB# 333

POST-COMMUNION CANTICLE Nunc Dimittis LSB, p. 199

POST-COMMUNION COLLECT LSB, p. 201

SALUTATION AND BENEDICAMUS LSB, p. 201

SENDING HYMN Savior, Again to Thy Dear Name We Raise LSB# 917

Pastor: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord!

People: Thanks be to God!

Scripture: The English Standard Version,

All music reprinted with permission. CCLI #1533343.

What you see in Church

The Altar:

The altar is a symbol of

God's gracious

presence in His church. Its significance is

that of sacrifice. It

signifies primarily the sacrifice of Jesus Christ

for the redemption of

the world.

The Lord’s Table:

This is another name for the

altar and is also used for

the preparation,

consecration, and

distribution of the Lord’s

Supper.

The Story Weekly Reading Guide Follow the Leader

The week beginning: Read: December 14 Chapter 14 December 21 Christmas Break December 28 Christmas Break

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Each week Bible studies are offered in an effort to enable you and equip you to grow in faith and love. Of the many studies offered, each Sunday’s and Wednesday’s studies are offered as they relate to what is being discussed in the worship services. These studies will enhance your spiritual knowledge and provide you a richer experience in your journey of faith. We invite you and hope to see you.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION DISCIPLESHIP Grow in Faith and Love

KING OF GLORY MISSIONS King of Glory at New Kent: Located at 9120 Pocahontas Trail (Route 60), Providence Forge (directly

behind the Food Lion/Rite Aid Shopping Center). Visit kogva-newkent.org or call 804-966-5525. Worship services at 11:15 AM and 6 PM.

King of Glory is a Stephen Ministry Congregation. To learn about this Lay Ministry, contact one of our leaders: Rev. Phil Kuehnert, Jon Falck, Judy Kuehnert, Lynn Miller, or Joy Sawhill.

For more information about our extensive care ministries, contact Pastor Adam Hengst at: a.hengst@kogva.org.

Sunday Morning Adult Education 8:30 and 9:30 AM Fellowship Hall

The Story

The nuts and bolts of the text Solomon is Renowned for his wisdom, and yet when he turned from God, his

wisdom fled. Come and join us this Sunday in the Fellowship Hall, as

Pastor Hengst leads us in a study of where true wisdom comes from.

Wednesday Adult Education 9:30 AM and 6:30 PM

Fellowship Hall

The Story Application of the text and check-in

We will begin Chapter 14 of The Story.

Small Groups We have 16 Small Groups who have begun studying The Story, and many are still accepting people. If you are interested in being in a Small Group but have not signed up for one yet, we still have room for you! Please contact Pastor Hengst for more information.

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Advent at King of Glory:

Mid-Week event services continue on Wednesday, December 17.

10:45 AM: Morning Advent Service of Healing Worshippers will be invited to receive a prayer of healing and anointing with oil.

5:30 PM: Mid Week Worship Service (for those who missed Sunday)

6:30 PM: Family Advent Service Families from our school have been invited to participate. Children from the school will

sing-all are invited.

7:30 PM: Evening Advent Service of Healing Worshippers will be invited to receive a prayer of healing and anointing with oil.

Christmas Eve Services: December 24

3 & 5 PM: Family Services Using our contemporary service bands and including all your favorite Christmas carols.

8 & 10 PM: Candles and Carols Using the organ and including a traditional Christmas experience.

Christmas Day—The Nativity of Our Lord: 10 AM: Joy to the World—the Lord is Come!

Join us for the festive traditional service.

Family Advent Worship Service Wednesday 12/17 6:30PM We invite you to experience comfort and joy in an innovative Advent worship series designed especially for families. Services will include family conversation starters and special songs pre-sented by our school children. Each service in the 3-part series focuses on a selected portion of Isaiah 40 that captures one of three specific aspects of the comfort Christ comes to bring,

which are peace, pardon and presence. Service 3 (Presence of Christ) is based around Isaiah 40:6-9 and reminds us that Christ is present with us now and that he will come again in glory on the Last Day. We welcome the children and families of King of Glory School! Classes singing on12/17: Three-Day Three-Year Olds (Teachers: Linda Johnson & Sandra Mahle); Five-Day Four-Year Olds (Teachers: Betsy Darling & Paula Simmons); Two- Day Full-Day (Teachers: Linda Johnson & Cheryl Novak); Kindergarten (Teachers: Wendy Zimak & Cheryl Palmer).

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ANNOUNCEMENTS: Connect to God and His people; Live through Service and Sharing.

Gravel Parking Lot: For those who are able, if you would consider parking in the upper gravel parking lot, it could serve as a great witness. Parking in the upper lot insures spaces in the lower lot for visitors and guests. Thank you.

End of the Year Giving: We thank you for your continued generosity to the mission of this congregation. As the end of the year approaches, please remember that donations, gifts and tithes received on or before December 31, 2014 are allowed to be included for tax purposes. Anything received after the 31st will be credited for next year’s taxes. Thank you.

Please note: the church office will be closed Dec 18 from 12-1 for a staff lunch. Also, the office will be closed from Christmas Eve through New Year’s: Dec. 24 through Jan. 5.

Here We Go A-Caroling! You are invited to become a “KoG Caroler for a Day” on Dec. 21 from noon until 3-4 PM. Opera voices are not necesaary, just enthusiasm. Come for lunch at noon. Following lunch, we’ll be off to carol to nursing homes and KoG members. Look for the sign-up sheet in the Narthex.

Living Nativity: The KoG living nativity will be presented on Saturday, Dec. 20th from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. Volunteers are needed for sewing, carpentry, baking, acting and/or just helping on presentation night. Specifically, we'll need folks to:

- set-up scenery (Wed, Dec. 17th, 9 AM- noon) - costume the actors - help with behind-the-scenes support - help with kitchen snacks/drinks - welcome visiting autos and serve as

traffic control Sign-up sheets will be posted in the narthex

beginning this Sunday. Contact Peter Ligman with any questions.

Angel Tree, Crossroads/DJ ornaments: Thank you for your generosity throughout the year, and especially throughout the month of December. If you have picked any ornament, please return by Sunday December 14th, so that they can be given out to the organizations we are partnering with. Thank you so much.

COFM Winter Shelter: We began serving with the Winter Shelter this week and would like to thank all who participated. If you would like to help in the future we will be participating once again in the month of December. More information will come in the weeks to come.

Lost and Found: Don’t forget to check the Lost and Found for any of your items. Any unclaimed items remaining after Dec. 21 will be donated to FISH to help those who need a little extra help this season. Thank you!

Women’s Bible Study each week: Tuesdays at Janine Hinz’s house. Join us!

TODAY! Making More Room-Surrounded by the

Word: Today you are invited to walk through the new building and write a Bible verse (whole verse or reference) on the beams of the new building. The Sunday School children will participate during their 9:30 class time. As we have with all of our buildings are at King of Glory, we want to surround the new addition with God's Word.

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PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN

School Enrollment begins on January 12th for Alumni and Current school families – January 20th for community families.

www.kogpk.org

We are excited to announce the addition of a Summer Session, which will consist of a full-day Program. We also offer half-day and full-day programs starting in the fall.

To learn more about our program and our 2015-16 school offerings, attend our Open House January 8th at 7:00 PM or our Lunch and Learn on January 9th at noon.

Visit our web site for enrollment and open house information.

YOUTH AND FAMILY

Today, the Sunday School children and youth

are leading the 11AM worship service as their annual Christmas worship. There is no regular Sunday School class for children and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We have asked the chil-dren to arrive at 10:15 AM to prepare for the worship service, and we do not hold

Sunday School as this makes for a very long morning for them if they arrive at their usual time. Thank you so much for your understanding as we encourage their hearts and minds to lead in worship today! Our regularly scheduled Sunday School is: 9:30-10:30AM No need to pre-register, simply ensure all of your information is up-to-date in My KoG. All children should have a complete birthdate (Month/Day/Year) in order to sign in. High School Bible Study meets in the Youth Room. T.A.G. (Teens And God, 5th-8th grade) meets in Life Enrichment Rooms 3 & 4. 3rd & 4th Grades meet in Life Enrichment Rooms 1 & 2. 3 year olds, 4 year olds & Kindergarteners,

1st & 2nd graders all meet in the preschool wing. Check-In Stations are located in the Preschool Wing and outside of the Nursery room. Wednesday Night Ministries High School Youth Group 5:30-7:30PM Dinner is every week. A $5 donation is appreciated and can be made by check, cash or online. 12/17: Chapter 14 & White Elephant Gift Exchange Night & Creative Christmas Sweater Night: Bring a wrapped gift ($5 or under) & wear your most creative Christmas sweater for the contest. Christian Discipleship Training Home Connect Chapter 14 is due by Sunday, 12/21. Complete online at www.kogvayouth.org 5th & 6th Grade Wednesday Night Youth Group- Just a reminder that we start Youth Group at 6:30 PM. Dinner starts at 5, there is a Church Service at 5:30 and both Youth Group and Growing Points starts at 6:30 PM. There is no supervision until Youth Group starts at 6:30 PM.

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Thanks of the Week

To all the intrepid volunteers who rang for the Salvation Army on December 12th and 13th!

To our Sunday School Children, their families, and the Sunday School staff for their work on the Pageant

To all who have taken Angels and Ornaments to help those in need To all of our Salvation Amy Bell Ringers

To those serving in the Winter Homeless Shelter To all who have turned in an Estimate of Giving: 208 Families have turned in their

replies—a record for King of Glory. Thank you!

Poinsettias for Christmas: Poinsettias will be available, at a cost of $11.00 each, to be used to decorate the Sanctuary for Christmas services. Anyone wishing to purchase a plant may fill out an envelope located in the Narthex for Poinsettias. Make checks payable to King of Glory, mark for “Poinsettias,” and

place the envelope in the offering plate or put in the Church Office by Dec. 17.

COOKBOOKS ARE HERE!

They can be picked up or purchased in the Narthex on Sundays or on Wednesday evenings during Growing Points.

Pre-purchased books: 1 – 4 @ $18 ea. 5 or more @ $15 ea. Any new purchased books: $20 ea.

Make checks out to “King of Glory Lutheran Church” (memo line: Cookbooks)—we will not have cash on hand to make change.

Contact Georgianne Atzrodt at 565-2310 or gpatzrodt@verizon.net for any additional information.

ADVENT CHOIRS

KING OF GLORY CHOIR Rehearsals Wednesdays at 6:30 and

8:15 PM during Advent Choir sings during Worship Services as

follows: 8 AM: 1st and 3rd Sundays 9:30 AM: 2nd and 4th Sundays

Sings Christmas Eve, 8 PM

YOUTH CHORALE

Rehearsal December 17. Chorale sings next on Dec. 21 and Christmas Eve (8 PM). CHILDREN’S CHOIR Rehearsals Wednesdays at 4:30 PM.

Christmas Eve at 5:00 PM

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Submissions for the News and Notes: deadline is 12 Noon on Tuesdays. Please send announcements to e.hiestand@kogva.org. E-blast announcements will include mid-week announcements only.

Name Tags: Don’t forget to wear your name tags each week. Another way to "love our neighbors" is to provide an easy way for them to know our names.

IMPORTANT: Please observe all posted signage for your safety. The construction company has specifically asked for ALL members to stay out of the Music Room and the Resource Room at this time.

KOG 25th Anniversary Photos The KOG 25th Anniversary celebration

activities will begin in early 2015 and continue throughout the year. One of the activities planned is a display of historical photographs. To start this process, if you have photos that identify specific events or people, please share them with the church. A box in the church office will be available for photo collection.

Although we will attempt to return photos if requested, we suggest that if a photo is

important to you, do not provide the original, but a copy.

For all photos, please provide the following: Name of Contributor,

Identification of the Event, Approximate Date, and Persons Pictured (to the best of

your knowledge). For questions contact Robert Burns at 757-345-0870.

Thank you!

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Join us on the 3rd Monday of each month for our Christian Cancer Support Group.

We meet in Rooms 3&4 from 6:00-7:00. We encourage you to join us if you are a cancer victim, a support to someone with cancer, or a survivor who can help inspire all of us! We spend an hour of mutual support together.

This month’s meeting is December 15th, from 6:00-7:00 PM. If you have any questions, please call or email Barbara McKenna 757-784-8165 barbarajmck@gmail.com

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Making More Room Update

The new building is progressing nicely! The exterior walls are up, the numerous

utility “rough-ins” have begun, and many of the final building utility services are

scheduled to be connected in February-March timeframe. The membrane

roofing, HVAC curb supports and exterior wall finishes are currently being

installed. The Building Committee has also been working with the design team

to meet the challenge of selecting durable and compatible floor and wall

coverings and finishes that will require the least amount of maintenance and be

aesthetically pleasing.

On December 14th there will be another opportunity to inscribe the interior walls

and studs of the new 4500 square foot multi-purpose room. After each service,

KOG members who are interested in participating will be guided into the new

building and be able to write their favorite Bible passages on these walls. Elders

and Building Committee members are facilitating this activity and will be

providing Sharpie pens and Bibles.

To date the total pledges for the campaign stand at $2,951,000. King of Glory

members have met 58% of the pledges by paying $1,717,000 of the total! All

construction, bridge and permanent financing are in place through the Lutheran

Church Extension Fund.

We celebrate our continued progress, and we’re Making More Room.

And we thank Him for His many blessings.

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Service Coordinator: Mason McLean

8:00 AM:

Acolyte & Crucifer: Alex Schellpeper, Harry

Grimes,

Readers: Jacob Rogers, Tony Price

Greeters: TBD

Ushers: Alex Lum, Mason McLean

Communion Assistant: Bruce Zophy

Live Stream: Kyle Moore

9:30 AM:

Acolyte & Crucifer: Gia Ghoreishi, Abby

Schugeld

Readers: Ev Brown, Jim Brown

Greeters: Ken and Paula Eggers

Ushers: Fred Robertson, Teresa Robertson

Communion Assistants: Gene Kessler, Dianne

Kessler, Jim Para, Mason McLean

Live Stream: Phil Herbst

Liturgy Projection: Kelly Salamy

Music: King of Glory Choir

Flower Visitation Ministry: Caroline and Don

Peters

Altar Guild: Marie Argus

11:00 AM:

(Christmas Pageant)

Acolyte & Crucifer: Jacob Rogers, Tony Price

Greeters: Charlie and Sally Raphael

Ushers: Sonya Woo, Mason McLean

Live Stream: Larry Van Doren

Liturgy Projection: Anthony Giacchetta

Music: Praise Band

Wednesday, 5:30 PM:

Live Stream: TBD

Welcome Center: Trudy Weakley,

Dianne Kessler, Bo Wingate

Coffee Fellowship: TBD

TODAY’S SERVANTS IN GOD’S HOUSE, DECEMBER 14TH

WORDS TO LIVE BY:

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you”

—1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Submissions for the News and Notes: deadline is 12 Noon on Tuesdays. Please send announcements to e.hiestand@kogva.org.

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