A new sermon series begins in January!
December 27
God’s Gift Card
January 3
2015 - Let’s Celebrate
the Good Things!
Growth & Bible Study Groups
Sunday
Based on the book by Matt Keller, this inspiring series will
show us that when the odds are against us, God is there for us!
Have you ever felt like an underdog? Like you don’t have the ability
or confidence to pursue your dreams? The Bible is full of ordinary
people the world considered underdogs. Yet God chose them to do
his work.
We will take a closer look at some of the underdog heroes
in scripture and be encouraged to do great things for God!
Jan 10 “I’m Not Qualified Enough”: David
Jan 17 “My Past Is Too Bad”: Paul
Jan 24 “I’m Insecure”: Moses
“My Reputation Is Too Scarred”: Jacob
Feb 7
Feb 14 “My Chances Are Too Slim”: Esther
Feb 21 “I’m Not Connected To The Right People”: Mephibosheth
Feb 28 “My Resources Are Too Scarce”: Gideon
Mar 6
“This is Impossible”: Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego
Mar 13 “My Dream Is Too Radical”: John the Baptist
Mar 20 “My Opponent Is Too Great”: Jesus
Chi Rho (Conf A) 9:30am
Faith Lessons (LEC 1B) 10am
Fusion (LEC 2B) 10am
Horns & Halos (Hamilton) 10am
Friends in Faith (Chapel) 10am
Parenting Teens (LEC 3A) 10am
Tuesday
Men’s Group (Starbucks) 6:45am
Wednesday
The Seekers (Library) 10am
Quilters (LEC 2BC) 2pm
LINKED Classes 6:30pm
Thursday
Bible Study (LEC Conf B) 10am
Get LINKED on
Wednesday Nights!
Beginning January 6
LEC - Jerger Hall
Join us each Wednesday at 5:30pm for a delicious dinner
BEFORE you attend a Growth or Study Group.
Dinner is $7. Please RSVP to Church Office.
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Join Rev. Sidney Tompkins from 8:00am - 8:30am in
Goodwin Chapel for songs, devotional time, communion and prayer.
Contemporary (Sanctuary) with sign language interpreter
Pasadena Perks Coffee Fellowship (Life Enrichment Center)
Classes for All Ages
Traditional (Sanctuary)
Wednesday Morning Worship (Goodwin Chapel)
9:00 am
10:00 am
10:05 am
11:00 am
8:00 am
December 24, 2015
Holiday Closings at PCC
The Church Offices will be closed:
December 25
January 1
Have a Blessed Christmas!
Experience love in action at
Pasadena Community Church, where all are welcome!
CONNECT to real people, real pastors and a real God.
GROW in your faith and find your mission.
SERVE Christ by serving others and sharing your witness.
PASADENA COMMUNITY CHURCH
a United Methodist Congregation
227 - 70th Street South
St. Petersburg, FL 33707
727-381-2499
E-mail pasadena@pccumc.org
www.pasadenacommunitychurch.org
FAMILY CAROL SERVICE
CANDLELIGHT COMMUNION WORSHIP
Christmas Eve
December 24, 2015
5:30 pm
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Christmas Eve
December 24, 2015
11:00 pm
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Welcome
Dr. Charley Reeb
Lighting of the Advent Wreath
Ashmead Family
We honor Messiah with Christ candle’s flame,
our Christmas Eve candles glad tidings proclaim.
O come, all you faithful, rejoice in this night,
as God comes among us, the Christian’s true light.
Christmas Prayer
O Holy Night
Alumni Good News Singers & Choir
Fred Harrison, Conductor Emeritus ~ Kevan Hobbs, Alumni Accompanist
Special Music
Scripture
*The Carol
Prelude
A Christmas Antiphonal
Emily Barnash, soloist
The Prophecy
The Carol
Isaiah 7: 14
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
O Come, O Come Emmanuel
Verses 1 & 2
(Please remain seated)
Anthem
Isaiah 9: 6
Dr. Charley Reeb
Unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given:
and the government shall be upon His shoulders.
People: And His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor,
the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.
(Please be seated)
Angels We Have Heard on High
Verses 1 & 2
(All children come forward)
#238
Dr. Charley Reeb
Offering Prayer
Dr. Charley Reeb
Scripture
The Carol
Midnight Clear
Luke 1: 26-33
Luke 1: 39-55
The Carol
Away in a Manger
Scripture
Luke 2: 1-4
*Carol
Pasadena Camerata
Silent Night, Holy Night
(Please remain seated)
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
#219
Dr. Charley Reeb
#217
Scripture
Call to Worship
Isaiah 7: 14
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
O Come Emmanuel
Scripture
Luke 1: 26-33
Carol of Praise
Joy to the World
Scripture
Luke 1: 39-55
Praise Team
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
*The Christmas Blessing
Dr. Charley Reeb
Glory to God in the Highest
*Those who are able, please stand.
Special Music
Luke 2: 1-7
Praise Team
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
Light of the World
Scripture
Carol of Praise
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
Breath of Heaven
Scripture
For your safety, the sanctuary side doors
are for emergency exit only.
Luke 2: 8-14
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
Angels We Have Heard on High
Praise Team
#249
Dr. Charley Reeb
Offering
O Holy Night
Scripture
John 3: 16
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
Message
TO OUR GUESTS - WELCOME!
Welcome to Pasadena Community Church - a church striving to bring Christ
and Christ’s way to the world around us. We especially welcome our first-time
guests! We have a welcome gift for our first time guests at the kiosk located in
the Sanctuary reception area. Your presence is deeply appreciated and adds to
the joy of this evening. You are welcome to come forward to join our
wonderful church this evening or if you would like further information
regarding membership, please contact Julie at 381-2499, ext. 210. Welcome!
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
There’s a Song In the Air
(Alumni Singers please come forward)
Wynn Family
We honor Messiah with Christ candle’s flame,
our Christmas Eve candles glad tidings proclaim.
O come, all you faithful, rejoice in this night,
as God comes among us, the Christian’s true light.
Special Music
Children’s Sign Language Team
Postlude
Lighting of the Advent Wreath
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
Sanctuary Choir
What Child Is This
Scripture
#230
Dr. Charley Reeb
Offertory Prayer
Children’s Message for All
Anthem
Mary Did You Know?
Joy Pellegrino, soloist
John 3: 16
Welcome
Rev. Sidney Tompkins
O Little Town of Bethlehem
Verses 1 & 2
(Alumni Singers please return to seats)
Scripture
Pastor:
*The Carol
Luke 2: 15-20
#211
The Carol
*Act of Praise
Dr. Charley Reeb
Dr. Charley Reeb
Sacrament of Communion
What Child is This?
*Candle Lighting
Silent Night, Holy Night
Prayer
Dr. Charley Reeb
Sending Forth
*Those who are able, please stand.
Our church has a wonderful nursery equipped with a trained staff.
Child care is provided for both worship services. We welcome children in all
worship services. However, if they become especially restless or disruptive we
encourage you to be considerate of others and take them to the Narthex or nursery.
The worship service can be viewed live on a TV screen in the Narthex. Any usher
will be happy to direct you.
ALSO - please be courteous to others by
turning off your cell phone during worship services. Thank you!
Praise Team
Please place candles and candle-holders in the baskets located at the exits.
Interpreter, Jennifer Anacki
For your safety, the sanctuary side doors
are for emergency exit only.