Sunday, December 7, 2025 – The Second Sunday in Advent – The Bethlehem Candle

Advent Theme: Tidings of Comfort and Joy, In the Grace of Jesus Christ
Theme for the Day: Ready For New Tidings

Readings: Matthew 3:1-12

On this Second Sunday in Advent, we light the Bethlehem Candle, recalling how God made all things ready in Bethlehem for the birth of Jesus. Advent is a season of preparation, of getting ready, of putting our hearts and lives in order. Each of us prepares in different ways, but John the Baptist calls to us with clarity: “Prepare the way of the Lord. Get ready.”

As we move deeper into our Advent journey, we trust that God is making us ready for tidings of comfort and joy. Just as God prepared a stable, a manger, and a moment that changed the world, God prepares our hearts to receive the Good News again.

Worship Highlights:
Presenting of the Greens
Lighting of the Bethlehem Candle
Message: "Ready For New Tidings"

In Person: Worship with us at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, MN.
Online: Participate in the Advent spirit through our livestream on Lord of Life LIVE.

Let us continue our Advent journey together, preparing our hearts to welcome Christ with comfort, joy, and hope.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.