READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26 or Luke 1:46b-55
First Lesson—David is promised God’s unfailing love and a long, disciplined dynasty to follow him on the throne. 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16
Second Lesson—Paul’s letter to the Romans is concluded with a dignified doxology. Romans 16:25-27
Gospel—The angel Gabriel announces to Mary that she is favored by God to be the mother of God’s Son. Luke 1:26-38

CALL TO WORSHIP
Pastor: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Pastor: Happy are the people who have learned to give acclaim to God.
People: We walk in the light of the Lord’s presence.

INVOCATION
God of light, in whom is no darkness, in our darkest days we come to you seeking enlightenment and the guidance of the Spirit as you speak to us through your Word…