Redeemer Lutheran and St. Theodore’s

Sunday, Dec. 24, the congregations of Redeemer Lutheran Church and St. Theodore of Canterbury Episcopal Church will celebrate the fourth Sunday of Advent at its Christmas Eve Service.

The holy Communion worship service gathers at 10:30 a.m. at 13564 St. Andrews Drive. All are welcome.

The churches will continue the series focusing on the earliest days of Jesus, beginning with his miraculous conception and following the biblical witness of his infancy and childhood until he was 12 years old.

The sermon message will be “The Handiwork of God,” delivered by the Rev. Murray D. Finck, bishop emeritus of the Pacifica Synod. This service will include some popular Christmas carols.

As Christmas approaches, the fourth candle is lit on the Advent Wreath, the candle of love. Believers are reminded at this time of the love of the father to send his son to redeem the world. Believers can also think about the love shared in the gifts they receive or give, the food that is shared, the songs sung, and in past celebrations with those who are no longer around. It is a time for reflection on the love shown throughout our own lives. May the love of the season continue during this coming year.

Redeemer Lutheran will continue to collect food donations of canned and boxed foods for the hungry.