December 21, 2025: Fourth Sunday of Advent

Sermon Title: “The Ruler Loves” Pastor Annie Parker

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Worship will be live streamed on the First Presbyterian Church of Salem, Ohio YouTube channel:
FPCSALEM YouTube Channel

Note on Worship:

• Today is the Fourth Sunday of Advent, marking the week of Love.

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Scripture and Hymns

Bible Readings (NRSVue):

• Isaiah 9:2-7
• Luke 1:46-55 (The Magnificat)

Hymns (from The Presbyterian Hymnal, 1990):

• Comfort, Comfort You My People (Hymn 3)
• Prepare the Way (Hymn 13)
• Joy to the World! (Hymn 40)

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Lighting of the Fourth Advent Candle

The fourth Advent Candle (the Candle of Love) will be lit by The Fennema Family. The Haviland Choir will perform “The Father’s Love.”