Sermon Text: Isaiah 60:1-6 Sermon Title: “In the Light” Text Notes: The nations will come to worship the light and the glory of the Lord in Israel. Isaiah reveals that everyone will come bearing gifts of gold and silver and frankincense. Even kings will attend to the brightness that is Israel. Order of Worship Readings [...]
Sermon Text: Luke 2:22-40 Sermon Title: “Righteousness” Text Notes: Only Luke tells this story, which includes two of his favorite themes: first, the importance of the temple as a “home base” for Jesus; and second, Jesus’ own importance to those far beyond the temple. This baby’s light will enlighten all peoples, both Jew and Gentile [...]
Christmas Eve Candlelight Celebration Worship Service, Saturday, December 24, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at Tahoe Truckee Unified School District Offices, behind the fire station at 11603 Donner Pass Road Pastor Ed Hilton, email info@tlpc.org, (530) 582-4243. Christmas Day Celebration Worship Service and Carol Sing, Sunday, December 25, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. at Tahoe Truckee Unified [...]
Sermon Text: Isaiah 52:7-10 Sermon Title: “The Real Deal at Christmas” Sermon Notes: This section of Isaiah’s prophecy calls Israel to anticipate and expect those who bring the good news that God has returned to Zion. God promises that, in due time, all will see and know salvation. Order of Worship
Text: Luke 1:26-38 Children’s Christmas Pageant Text Notes: Gabriel proposes to Mary on God’s behalf without ever asking for her consent. She nonetheless gives it, although she has no earthly idea what this heavenly invasion means. Order of Worship Readings and Prayers
