A Convergence Service For Advent

Source: The Complete Library of Christian Worship, Robert E. Webber, General Editor

The service below draws on the traditional Advent service, but incorporates elements of the praise-and-worship and the charismatic traditions to provide a guideline for contemporary churches. The reader should adapt the service as needed to his or her local church.

The Setting. The sanctuary can be festively decorated for this season. While more secular ornamentation should be kept to a minimum, many symbols of Christ's coming and subsequent life are helpful in setting the tone....

 

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