"No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here."
First Congregational United Church of Christ is an Open & Affirming community
SUNDAY WORSHIP 10:30 AM
NURSERY AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:30 AM
Advent begins! (Matthew 24:36-44) On this First Sunday of Advent, we always focus on hope and the second advent of Christ. As we prepare to celebrate Christmas, it is good to be reminded that it is the second advent that brings ultimate redemption, peace, and justice. We live in the tension between Christ’s two advents, between the “already” and the “not yet.” Our task is hopeful, active, alert waiting. The words of Jesus in this text are apocalyptic – a special type of biblical literature popular in his day. The cosmic nature of the language was meant to provide hope and assurance to oppressed people – this life is not all there is – God is coming with a new future. “Such thinking should keep our souls athletically trim, free from the weight of the excessive and useless. Such thinking should keep gains and losses in their proper perspective. Such thinking should chase away the demons of dulling dissipation and cheer us with the news that not only today is a gift of God, but also that tomorrow we stand in the presence of the Son of Man.” (Fred Craddock) Joyful Noise, Brian, and Thomas provide music; Sarah is liturgist; and JJ & Ziggy are waiting…
First Congregational Church of Prescott, United Church of Christ, is an Open and Affirming congregation. We include all persons without regard to age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, gender identity, faith, marital status, or personal ability. We welcome all to share the celebrations and challenges of our congregation. No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here.
Our past worship services are now on the website! Click on the "past worship services" link on the opening page of the website and you will find all the services back to January of 2020! Thanks to Jim for letting us use his YouTube channel for easy access.
