First Lutheran Church in Ottumwa is inviting the community to celebrate the Advent season with a special four-week worship series and an opportunity to help local residents stay warm this winter.
Located at the corner of Fourth and Jefferson streets, First Lutheran Church will begin its Advent series on Sunday, November 29, with the theme “This… Is Advent.”
Each week, the congregation will light the Advent wreath and feature special dramatic readings highlighting important figures in the Christmas story, including Isaiah, John the Baptist, Mary and Joseph.
The weekly themes will focus on the gifts of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love as the community prepares for Christmas and celebrates the birth of Jesus.
Sunday worship services begin at 9:30 a.m. The schedule includes:
- November 29 – HOPE: The Prophets
Advent dramatic reading and Chrismon Tree decorating. - December 6 – PEACE: John the Baptist
Advent dramatic reading and Holy Communion. - December 13 – JOY: Mary
Advent dramatic reading and Christmas brunch following worship. - December 20 – LOVE: Joseph
Advent dramatic reading and Holy Communion.
The church will also feature a weekly sermon series titled “4 Men and a Baby!”
In addition to its Advent celebrations, First Lutheran Church is organizing a community blanket drive with a goal of collecting 100 blankets.
Community members are encouraged to donate blankets by December 13. Donations can be brought to First Lutheran Church at the corner of Fourth and Jefferson streets, near the Ottumwa High School.
The blanket drive is an opportunity for the community to come together and help provide warmth and comfort to those who may need it during the colder months.
First Lutheran Church welcomes everyone to take part in the Advent services and support the blanket drive.
For more information, contact First Lutheran Church in Ottumwa.
Source: First Lutheran Church, Ottumwa
