Advent continues with our Children’s Christmas Pageant next Sunday: Infant to fifth-grade children will present a Christmas pageant retelling the story of Jesus’ birth, complete with Mary and Joseph, angels, shepherds, animals and more! The pageant will be performed during both services. Check the schedule in the Bulletin or the calendar in the atrium for a complete listing of our Advent activities.

Rising Hope Angel Tree donations are due today: If you purchased a Christmas gift to be donated to the Rising Hope United Methodist Mission Church, wrapped gifts are due today. Leave them under the tree in the atrium.

Bring the kids to St. Nick’s Workshop next Saturday, Dec. 14, 12:30–2:30 p.m. Come and make gifts, decorate cookies, play games and have your photo taken!

ACCA furniture delivery, Dec. 14: The next furniture delivery for AUMC volunteers will be Saturday, Dec. 14, 8–11:30 a.m. The team meets at the ACCA warehouse next to the Little White Church and delivers furniture to those in need. Contact Ted Torsch at 443-415-8954 to help or for more information.

Welcome to Annandale United Methodist Church!6935 Columbia Pike, Annandale VA 22003

December 8, 2019

Thank you for joining us for worship today! Come to Wright Hall after the service for fellowship and refreshments, and feel free to take this leaflet home for a friend.

Rev. Jason Micheli, jmicheli@annandale-umc.org

Sunday School classes meet at 9:45 a.m.: Learn more about our classes online at annandalechurch.com/classes, or pick up a handout in the atrium.

The Immanuel class has a new study for Advent: The four-part DVD documentary Joseph: Carpenter of Steel will give us a look at the carpenter, guardian and parent who had an unwavering trust in God. Please join us for tea and discussion at 9:45 a.m. on Sundays in Room 300.

AUMC YOUTH6th-12th Grade; Leader: Rev. Peter Kwon, pkwon@annandale-umc.org

The Youth Choir will meet TODAY from 12:15 -1 p.m. in the Choir Room.

We will have a Ramp Christmas Party on Dec. 22, 5:30 - 8 p.m. We will have food, fun games, activities and a white elephant gift exchange (please bring

wrapped presents! $10 limit!!)

We are going to have another bake sale towards the end of the year - date TBD but most likely Dec. 22. Many people who bought baked goods from the bake sale asked if we were going to do another one before Christmas and showed

great interest.

Youth Night (5:30-7:30 p.m.)See you tonight!

Sunday School (9:45 a.m.)Middle schoolers meet in Room 209

High schoolers meet in the Youth Room

Children’s Ministries dMeredith Bond, mbond@annandale-umc.org

Children’s pageant is next Sunday! The pageant rehearsal will be Dec. 14, 9 a.m.–noon, followed by an optional lunch, noon-12:30 p.m. The pageant will be perfomed during both services on Dec. 15.

All are welcome to join us for St. Nick’s Workshop, Dec. 14, 12:30–2:30 p.m. Families with children are invited to make gifts, decorate cookies, play games and have their photos taken. Open to the entire Annandale community.

Advent Jesse Tree devotionals: Looking for something the whole family can do to get ready for Christmas? Pick up an Advent Jesse Tree devotional in the atrium. Each day, there is a Bible scripture or story to read, then you can color an ornament to make your own Jesse Tree.

Alternative giving options: You can deliver hope to those in need by participating in AUMC’s Alternative Giving Program. Rather than buying someone a gift they don’t need, think about making a donation on their behalf! This year’s giving opportunities include: AUMC Mission Center food and clothing program, UMCOR disaster relief, Just Neighbors and Rise Against Hunger. See the tree in the atrium for details. Make your donations by Dec. 31.

Serving communion on Christmas Eve: We are looking for eight families to help serve communion during the family Christmas Eve service at 4 pm. Contact Meredith Bond at mbond@annandale-umc.org

if you’d like to volunteer.

Caroling at Evergreen House, Dec 22: Everyone is invited to stay following the 11 a.m. service on Dec. 22 for a brief lunch before heading next door to Evergreen House for caroling. Sign up at www.annandalechurch.com/caroling or contact Meredith Bond with any questions.

Do you have a few hours to volunteer on a weekly, monthly or quarterly basis? Our Mission Center is looking for volunteers to help with a variety of projects, from food distribution to tutoring. The ACCA food pantry needs volunteers to be food captains and food deliverers. In addition, the Annandale Meals on Wheels needs volunteer drivers. To learn more, contact Betsy Clevenger (Mission Center food program) at 240-682-2067, Jerry Beyer (tutoring program) at 703-399-1395, Dave Donahue (ACCA food pantry) at mcclinticct@verizon.net or Mary Lee Di Spirito (Meals on Wheels) at 703-256-9513.

Thinking of making a year-end gift to the church? To be credited for 2019 tax purposes, all gifts must be submitted with the church offerings on Sunday, Dec. 29, or received in the church office by 10 a.m. on Dec. 31 (or by mail postmarked before Jan. 1). If you are considering a stock

offering to the church, please complete the process no later than Dec. 16. Please have your broker contact Paul Trimber at Wells Fargo Advisors (703-739-1443). If you wish to make an e-giving offering from your bank account, be sure to complete the process by 4 p.m. on Dec. 27. E-giving offerings with a credit card must be completed no later than 4 p.m. on Dec. 31. Also, expense vouchers for 2019 must be submitted by Dec. 18. If you have questions, contact Garry Bell at 703-256-8330, ext. 100, or gbell@annandale-umc.org.

Bi-District Training Day, Jan. 18: The annual training day for clergy and laity in Northern Virginia will be Saturday, Jan. 18, 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m., at Floris UMC, 13600 Frying Pan Road in Herndon. The keynote speaker this year is Rev. Dr. Rodrigo Cruz, lead pastor at The Nett Church. This year’s theme is “Diversity in Church: On Earth as it is in Heaven.” Registration is $40 through Dec. 14 and $60 beginning Dec. 15. On-site registration is $75. Find out more and register at https://bdtd.novaumc.org.

Many thanks for your support for Hypothermia Week: Over 100 volunteers brought hospitality and cheer to our homeless neighbors by providing hot meals and place to stay overnight. Many thanks to Teresa Beyer and Carolyn Stayman for organizing this year’s effort!

Our children’s clothing closet serves low-income residents who live near our Mission Center on Heritage Drive. If you would like to donate clothing to help our neighbors, we need clothes, shoes, coats, hats and gloves in all sizes from infant to teens. We also provide adults with winter coats, gloves and hats. Donations can be placed in the white wooden box under the coat rack near the bathrooms and the parlor.

Pecans for sale on Sundays during fellowship. Whole, chocolate- and cinnamon-covered and chocolate-caramel turtles are available this year. To reserve a case of 24 or to make a special request, contact Sally Bizer at 703-256-3373. Make checks payable to AUMW.

Cleaning up our spaces: The trustees have been busy cleaning up the Media Center and adjacent storage rooms. There are many things that have accumulated over the years that we no longer need. If you have items stored in Room 111A that you want to keep, contact Dana A. Goward at dagoward@gmail.com before Dec. 16.

The Jesus Story Year, 2019–2020 Our sermons for the remainder of 2019 and into 2020 will focus on the story of Jesus. We’re currently learning how well-known Old Testament figures and prophets witness to Christ. Then, starting in January, we’ll explore how the gospels and epistles testify to the king who calls us as his particular people in the world.

Dec. 8 – Christ the God-ManDec. 15 – Christ the ChangeDec. 22 – Christ the HopeJan. 5 – Christ the StrangerJan. 12 – Christ our SinJan. 19 – Christ our SignJan. 26 – Christ our Salvation

Advent Schedule

Advent is a special time of year in the church as we prepare for the birth of Christ. Here are some highlights to mark on your calendar. For a complete listing of our

Advent activities, pick up a calendar in the atrium.

• Dec. 14 – Children’s Christmas pageant rehearsal, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., optional lunch, 12-12:30 p.m.; St. Nick’s Workshop, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

• Dec. 15 (Third Sunday of Advent) – Children’s Christmas pageant (8:30 and 11 a.m. services)

• Dec. 22 (Fourth Sunday of Advent) – Lessons and Carols, 11 a.m. service; Caroling at Evergreen House, 12:15 p.m.; An Evening in December, 6:30 p.m.

• Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve) – Family Christmas service, 4 p.m.; Traditional services, 7, 11 p.m.; Live Nativity, 3–6 p.m.

• Dec. 29 – College Sunday, single service at 10:30 a.m.

• Jan. 5 (Epiphany Sunday) – Brethren concert, 6:30 p.m.

Flowers on the Altar are offered to the Glory of God and in honor of his brother by Rocky Speake.

Flowers on the Altar are offered to the Glory of God and in memory of Millie Jones, their mother and grandmother, by Cyndi and Chris Jones.

Prayers for our friends and family outside AUMC:Rylee Hogge, friend of Rosemary Perdue Tom Moore, friend of Betsy ClevengerRebekah Fultz, daughter-in-law of Betsy Clevenger Paula Bevin, sister of Fred CarnsElizabeth Whitten, mother of Robin Patton David Sconyers, brother of Jan HarrodRobin Kennedy, mother of Caroline Sprinkel Joseph Muffley, nephew of Patti JonesKathy Parnell and Sandra Reeves, friends of Judy McConville Austin Tice and family, friends of Scott and Jolie Fleming Convergence ChurchClarice Karter, friend of Jane Underhill Randy Gentry, friend of Sara MillerJacqueline Wilson, friend of Sandra Chase Betty Owen, friend of Sandra ChaseBessie Pennington, mother of Rita Witkowski Tony Krakoviak, father of Sally BizerPastor Kim, pastor of Good Spoon Church Kevin Rahmani, friend of Tracy CarneyFrank Swahl, cousin of Betsy Clevenger Glenn Cox and Casey Cox, cousins of Charles Cox Kathy Kirk, sister-in-law of Dennis Kirk Robert Black, father of Jeanie FitzGibbonPhil McConville, brother of Jim McConville Pastor Sam Kim of New Light ChurchLaura McConville, sister-in-law of Jim McConville Henrique Albertani, father-in-law of Bevin Albertani Eve Moscowitz, friend of Marie Cavanagh Fran Fluharty, sister of Rita WitkowskiAndy Reilly, grandson of Pat and Gary Sherfey Emily Smith, aunt of John HoustonSheryl Blunt, friend of Ruth Anne Luckenbaugh Ed Blasche, brother of Luanne PondSylvia Hardewig, sister of Winnie Tegge Robert Elder, friend of Marcia TwomeyJoan Fontz, mother-in-law of Bill Pemberton James Jenkins, friend of Charles CoxMatt McConville, brother of Jim McConville Joanie Millan, daughter of Elaine Hiner

For bereaved members and their families: Emma and Charles George and family on the death of their son, Bruce George

Allan Cogswell and family on the death of his mother, Jean CogswellJim Moore and family on the death of his mother, Ruth Starnes MooreReba and Elliott Cleveland and family on the loss of their nephew and

cousin, Kevin Christopher Cleveland

Contact Dottie Rogerson, drogerson@annandale-umc.org or 703-256-8330 ext. 112, to add someone to our prayer list. Names will be removed after three weeks so we have

room for everyone; let us know if you would like to keep a name on longer.

Lillian SummersonVirginia ClydeEmily DunkerAnne CapitmanSherri KenskiRuth Miller

Prayers for our membersBob Lamb

Debbie StricklandJim Moore

Claire GuilliamsJim Cromwell

Charlene Sellner

Becky FornarisJulie Montgomery

Charlotte SellCora RussellLinda LandSue Meekins

Tina SvensonMary Ruth Stacy

Sue PlucknettJoan Oliver

Ramona Thompson

Flowers on the Altar are offered to the Glory of God and in honor of DeEtte Johnson on her birthday Nov. 25, by Alice and Pete Snitzer.

Congratulations to Rudy and Sue Meekins who celebrate their 67th wedding anniversary Dec. 13.

Annandale United Methodist Church6935 Columbia Pike; Annandale, VA 22003annandalechurch.com | office@annandale-umc.org

The

Second Sunday

of AdventDecember 8, 2019, 8:30 a.m.

Flowers on the Altar are offered to the Glory of God and in honor of his brother by Rocky Speake.

Flowers on the Altar are offered to the Glory of God and in memory of Millie Jones, their mother and grandmother, by Cyndi and Chris Jones.

Advent Music SundayDecember 8, 2019, 8:30 a.m.

Thank you for joining us at AUMC! Please fill out the pew pad and pass it on.

Gift

Gathering Song: “O Come All Ye Faithful”O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant! O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem;

Come and behold him, born the King of Angels: O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

God of God, light of light, Lo, he abhors not the Virgin’s womb;True God, begotten, not created: O come, let us adore Him,

O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation, O sing all ye bright hosts of heav’n above!Glory to God, all glory in the highest: O come, let us adore Him,

O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

Yea, Lord, we greet thee, born this happy morning; Jesus, to thee be glory giv’n!Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing! O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.

Prayer and Lighting of the Advent Candle

Song of Praise: “Jesus Messiah”He became sin who knew no sin, that we might become His righteousness

He humbled Himself and carried the cross. Love so amazing love so amazing

Chorus: Jesus Messiah Name above all names, Blessed Redeemer EmmanuelThe Rescue for sinners, the Ransom from heaven: Jesus Messiah Lord of all

His body the bread His blood the wine, broken and poured out all for loveThe whole earth trembled and the veil was torn. Love so amazing love so amazing

(Chorus)

All our hope is in You. All our hope is in You. All the glory to You God, the Light of the world

(Repeat)(Chorus)

Jesus Messiah Lord of all. Jesus Messiah Lord of all

Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 7.10-17 - Jessica Vance

Special Music: “He is the Gift” - Worship BandReflection: Rev. Jason Micheli

Waiting Song: “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel,” vs. 1

O come, O come, Emmanuel, and ransom captive Israel,That mourns in lonely exile here, until the Son of God appear.

Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel.

Gospel Lesson: John 1.1-5, 14-18Special Music: “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus” - Worship Band

Reflection: Rev. Jason Micheli

PeacePassing of the Peace

Special Music: “All is Well” - Worship BandReflection: Rev. Jason Micheli

Invitation and CommunionClosing Song: “Even So Come”

All of creation, all of the earth, make straight a highway a path for the LordJesus is coming soon

Call back the sinner wake up the saint. Let ev’ry nation shout of Your fameJesus is coming soon

Chorus: Like a bride waiting for her groom, we’ll be a Church ready for YouEv’ry heart longing for our King we sing

Even so come Lord Jesus come. Even so come Lord Jesus come

There will be justice all will be new, Your name forever faithful and trueJesus is coming soon

(Chorus)

Even so come Lord Jesus come. Even so come Lord Jesus come

So we wait we wait for You, God we wait You’re coming soonSo we wait we wait for You, God we wait You’re coming soon

(Chorus x2)

Even so come Lord Jesus come, even so come Lord Jesus come, Even so come Lord Jesus come, even so come Lord Jesus come

Benediction Invite your pew neighbor to join us in Wright Hall for fellowship hour.

Annandale United Methodist Church6935 Columbia Pike; Annandale, VA 22003annandalechurch.com | office@annandale-umc.org

The

Second Sunday

of AdventDecember 8, 2019, 11 a.m.

Prayers for our friends and family outside AUMC:Rylee Hogge, friend of Rosemary Perdue Tom Moore, friend of Betsy ClevengerRebekah Fultz, daughter-in-law of Betsy Clevenger Paula Bevin, sister of Fred CarnsElizabeth Whitten, mother of Robin Patton David Sconyers, brother of Jan HarrodRobin Kennedy, mother of Caroline Sprinkel Joseph Muffley, nephew of Patti JonesKathy Parnell and Sandra Reeves, friends of Judy McConville Austin Tice and family, friends of Scott and Jolie Fleming Convergence ChurchClarice Karter, friend of Jane Underhill Randy Gentry, friend of Sara MillerJacqueline Wilson, friend of Sandra Chase Betty Owen, friend of Sandra ChaseBessie Pennington, mother of Rita Witkowski Tony Krakoviak, father of Sally BizerPastor Kim, pastor of Good Spoon Church Kevin Rahmani, friend of Tracy CarneyFrank Swahl, cousin of Betsy Clevenger Glenn Cox and Casey Cox, cousins of Charles Cox Kathy Kirk, sister-in-law of Dennis Kirk Robert Black, father of Jeanie FitzGibbonPhil McConville, brother of Jim McConville Pastor Sam Kim of New Light ChurchLaura McConville, sister-in-law of Jim McConville Henrique Albertani, father-in-law of Bevin Albertani Eve Moscowitz, friend of Marie Cavanagh Fran Fluharty, sister of Rita WitkowskiAndy Reilly, grandson of Pat and Gary Sherfey Emily Smith, aunt of John HoustonSheryl Blunt, friend of Ruth Anne Luckenbaugh Ed Blasche, brother of Luanne PondSylvia Hardewig, sister of Winnie Tegge Robert Elder, friend of Marcia TwomeyJoan Fontz, mother-in-law of Bill Pemberton James Jenkins, friend of Charles CoxMatt McConville, brother of Jim McConville Joanie Millan, daughter of Elaine Hiner

For bereaved members and their families: Emma and Charles George and family on the death of their son, Bruce George

Allan Cogswell and family on the death of his mother, Jean CogswellJim Moore and family on the death of his mother, Ruth Starnes MooreReba and Elliott Cleveland and family on the loss of their nephew and

cousin, Kevin Christopher Cleveland

Contact Dottie Rogerson, drogerson@annandale-umc.org or 703-256-8330 ext. 112, to add someone to our prayer list. Names will be removed after three weeks so we have

room for everyone; let us know if you would like to keep a name on longer.

Lillian SummersonVirginia ClydeEmily DunkerAnne CapitmanSherri KenskiRuth Miller

Prayers for our membersBob Lamb

Debbie StricklandJim Moore

Claire GuilliamsJim Cromwell

Charlene Sellner

Becky FornarisJulie Montgomery

Charlotte SellCora RussellLinda LandSue Meekins

Tina SvensonMary Ruth Stacy

Sue PlucknettJoan Oliver

Ramona Thompson

Flowers on the Altar are offered to the Glory of God and in honor of DeEtte Johnson on her birthday Nov. 25, by Alice and Pete Snitzer.

Congratulations to Rudy and Sue Meekins who celebrate their 67th wedding anniversary Dec. 13.

Advent Music Service December 8, 2019, 11 a.m.

Thank you for joining us at AUMC! Please fill out the pew pad and pass it on.

Voluntary: “This Is Christ the King” - Childers; Annanbells

GreetingLeader: You know what time it is, how it is now the moment for you to wake up from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we became believers; the night is far gone, the day is near. Let us lay aside the works of darkness and put on the armor of light. Even so, Lord Jesus come…

Introit: “O Come, Emmanuel” - Hagenberg; Adult Choir

Opening PrayerMerciful 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.

Processional Hymn: “O Come All Ye Faithful” - Hymnal No. 234

Blessing of the Advent Wreath

Lighting of the 2nd Advent CandleLeader: O come, thou Dayspring, come and cheer our spirits by thy justice here; disperse the gloomy clouds of night, and death’s dark shadows put to flight. People: Rejoice! Rejoice! Immanuel shall come to thee, O Israel.

Sung Response: “One Candle Is Lit” - On ScreensCome quickly, shalom, teach us how to prepareFor a gift that compels us with justice to care.Our spirits are restless till sin and war cease.One candle is lit for the reign of God’s peace.

Welcome and Passing of the PeaceAnnouncements

Offering of the PeopleOffertory: “Variations on God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” - Helman; Annanbells

Doxology: Hymnal No. 94Prayer of Dedication

Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 7.10-17Reflection: Rev. Jason Micheli

Special Music: “What Gift Can I Give Him?” - BarhamCombined Children’s Choirs

Gospel Lesson: John 1.1-5, 14-18Reflection: Rev. Jason Micheli

Special Music: “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus” - Miller; Youth Choir

Special Music: “Christmas Peace Canon” - Shafferman “Angels Sing Today” - Reeves Sonshine Singers and Celebration Choir

Reflection: Rev. Jason Micheli

Special Music: “A Great Light” - Larson “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming” - arr. Rouse “Arise, Your Light Has Come” - Danner Adult Choir

Recessional Hymn: “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing” - Hymnal No. 240

Benediction

Choral Response: “Emmanuel, Emmanuel” - Hymnal No. 204Emmanuel, Emmanuel, his name is called Emmanuel.

God with us, revealed in us, his name is called Emmanuel.

Postlude: Caroline Evans, piano

Invite your pew neighbor to join us in Wright Hall for fellowship hour.