Welcome to worship this weekend with the Lutheran Church of the Master for the 4th Sunday of Advent! After receiving the angel’s extraordinary news, Mary retreats to Elizabeth and Zechariah’s home to digest her new calling. She seeks refuge—physical safety and emotional protection. She receives a safe haven, a home for her heart to soon sing praise. Sanctuary and safe space is so crucial for everyone, especially the mother of Christ while she prepares to become a home for God. Sanctuary is anywhere God’s love dwells freely and abundantly.
I hope you have had the opportunity to download the resources for this Season of anticipation to prepare your at-home worship spaces or worship in the building. I also hope that your sabbath is fulfilling, as today promises to be an inspiring morning. For worship today, I invite you to please download and open the worship guide to fully participate as you, too, are a vital participant in today’s liturgy. Peace & Blessings Dear Church ~ Pastor Dave
4th Sunday of Advent & Cantata Worship Guide
But for this liturgy, please give your thanks to the following contributors:
- All of our incredible Cantata musicians (Please see Worship Guide for full list)!
- Michael Benshish – Director of Worship & Music Ministries
- Pat Gerber Bornholt – Deacon Emeritus
- Guy Schilke – Assisting Lay Minister
- LCM Technical Team
- And of course, our wonderful Staff & Volunteers!