"Watchman, tell us of the night, for the morning seems to dawn.
Traveler, shadows take their flight; doubt and terror are withdrawn."
Advent is a season of waking up. It's a season of anticipation, of watching and waiting for the dawn of a new day - a promised day, a day filled with hope and joy. The prophet Isaiah speaks to this sense of longing and watchfulness: "Watchman, tell us of the night; what is left of the night?" (Isaiah 21:11). The watchman replies with both assurance and mystery: "Morning is coming, but also the night" (Isaiah 21:12). Advent invites us to stand at that threshold - to wait in the darkness, trusting that the light is on its way, even as we struggle with the tension of what is and what will be.
During this Advent and Christmas season, we reflect on how God’s prevenient grace has been at work, guiding us through both trials and triumphs. In every challenge and every joy, God has been present, preparing the way and leading us closer to the fullness of Christ. We acknowledge the people, experiences, and communities that continually shape us as disciples, helping us grow in faith and holiness. As United Methodists, we believe that our response to God’s grace calls us not only to personal holiness but to be agents of transformation in the world, bearing witness to Christ's love through acts of mercy, justice, and service.
The words of Isaiah bring profound depth to this season of waiting and hope: “Someone calls to me from Seir, ‘Watchman, how much longer until morning? Watchman, how much longer until morning?’ The watchman replies, ‘Morning is coming, but also the night. If you would ask, then ask; and come back yet again’” (Isaiah 21:11-12). Like those who cry out in the darkness, we yearn for the dawn of God’s promise, even as we navigate the shadows of uncertainty. The watchman’s assurance reminds us that though the night persists, morning is on its way. In this holy season, we cling to the promise of Christ, the Light of the World, who pierces the darkness with hope and peace.
Together, we will discern where God is leading us next—to be a light in the world, embodying social holiness and working for the redemption of all creation. We proclaim the promise of God’s plan to restore the whole world to the image in which it was first made, knowing that God’s grace is always sufficient for this work. Our calling is to join with the Holy Spirit in bringing hope, peace, and renewal to our communities and beyond.
We carry a powerful message of vision, guidance, and hope—a message that we are called to share with all who would hear it. Jesus Christ, the Lord, has come to shine the light of God’s redeeming love into the lives of all people, extending grace to everyone, everywhere. Like the watchman who stands vigil, we are called to lift our voices and proclaim the nearness of God’s kingdom. Come and be blessed. Together, let us be inspired and renewed as we follow the Star that showed the way to Peace, trusting in God’s grace to empower us for the journey ahead.
Below is our Sunday Morning Worship Info, but please click here to view our FULL SCHEDULE of Advent/Christmas Events and Activities
- December 1 – First Sunday of Advent – Handbells & Communion
- Scripture Readings: Matthew 24:36-44 | Romans 13:11-14
- December 8th – Second Sunday of Advent – Lessons & Carols
- A Special Worship Service of Music & Scripture readings
- December 15th – Third Sunday of Advent
- Scripture Readings: Isaiah 21:11-12 & 25:6-9 | Romans 15:4-13
- December 22nd – Fourth Sunday of Advent
- Scripture Readings: Matthew 1:18-25 | Isaiah 7:10-16
- December 24th - Christmas Eve – 6pm Service with Holy Communion
- Scripture Readings: Luke 2:8-16 | John 1:1-16
- December 29th – First Sunday of Christmas
- Scripture Readings: Isaiah 9:2-7 | Isaiah 52:7-10
- January 5th – Second Sunday of Christmas / Wesleyan Covenant Service
- Scripture Readings: Matthew 2:13-23
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