Another season of Advent begins this Sunday! What does that mean?
“Advent” means “coming” or “arrival.” During the season of Advent, we celebrate Christ’s coming into the world and watch with expectant hope for his coming again. In its historical origins, the season of Advent was patterned after the season of Lent, a six-week period of penitence and preparation for Easter. Similarly, the four weeks of Advent present an opportunity for communal discernment and personal examination, as the church prepares to celebrate the Nativity of the Lord and looks with hope for Christ’s return. (Read more here.)
At First Presbyterian Church we celebrate Advent for four weeks, from the beginning of December up through Christmas Eve. We light candles, sing hymns, hear Scripture passages, and join with ancient Israel in waiting upon the Lord. Come join us!
Advent Activities
Luminaries in Downtown Sylva - Nov. 29 & 30 at 5:00pm
Church Decorating - Nov. 30 at 9:00am
Children's Christmas Play - Dec. 8 at 5:00pm
Christmas Caroling - Dec. 14 at 2:00pm
Worship on the Longest Night - Dec. 18 at 6:00pm
Christmas Eve Worship - Dec. 24 at 6:00pm
Advent Scripture Readings
Isaiah 2:1-5; Matthew 24:36-44
Isaiah 11:1-10; Matthew 3:1-12
Isaiah 35:1-10; Matthew 11:2-11
Isaiah 7:10-16; Matthew 1:18-25
Please call the church office (828-586-4256) if you have any questions. We hope you have a blessed Advent and a very Merry Christmas!
