12.21.25 Bulletin & Announcements

Norman Davenport Lutheran Worship                                                      

Week 4 of Advent Candle- Sunday, December 21^st 2025                                                                    

Pastor Katie Kringstad                                                                              

701-429-3374                                                                  

pastorkatiend@gmail.com                                                       

www.ndparish.net 

PRELUDE/BELL                                                                                                               

WELCOME/ANNOUNCEMENTS:  P: “The Lord be with you!   R:   and also, with you                                 

GATHERING                                                                                                                                                             

GATHERING SONG: The First Noel #300 vs.1-3  *Norman Worship Band                                                                                                        

SHARING OF THE PEACE                                                                                                                                                

PRAYER OF THE DAY:                                                                                                                                                       

Let us pray.  A brief silence is kept before the prayer.                                                                                            

ALL- Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. With your abundant grace and might, free us from the sin that hinders our faith, that eagerly we may receive your promises, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLES                                                                                                                    

Norman Lutheran – Mitchell Family   Davenport Lutheran – Gwen Lunde                                                                                                                               

Candle Lighting Litany Week 4 Advent Wreath – Love

Leader- God of love, you so loved the world that you gave your only Son.                                                             

ALL- That whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

Leader- Come among us and fill our hearts with your love.                                                                                             

ALL- Cause our lives to reflect your light to the world.

Leader- You are the light of the world.                                                                                                                               

ALL- A city on a hill cannot be hidden. 

Leader- Today, we light a candle for love. As we wait for the one who establishes the throne of David, forever, the true ruler of the world, we remember the love of Christ. ALL- Come, Lord Jesus 

Prayer                                                                                                                                                                                          Let us pray. God of love and mercy, embrace your people wherever they are. Pour out your love into our hearts, that we might be living signs of your love in the midst of a world consumed by the opposite. Strengthen us against the temptation of taking sides and speaking ill of your children. Instead, remind us to always speak the truth in love so that people may know that we speak your words. In Jesus' Holy name we pray. ALL- Amen 

Confession and Forgiveness (ELW p. 94).

Kyrie – (ELW p.147) 

Canticle of Praise  

LORD’S PRAYER  - Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.   

APostles’ creed - I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead.* On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. 

CHILDREN’S MOMENT                                                                                                                                                         

1^st Reading: Romans 1:1-7

1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, 2 which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy scriptures, 3 the gospel concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh 4 and was declared to be Son of God with power according to the spirit of holiness by resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord, 5 through whom we have received grace and apostleship to bring about the obedience of faith among all the gentiles for the sake of his name, 6 including you who are called to belong to Jesus Christ, 7 To all God’s beloved in Rome, who are called to be saints:  Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Psalm: Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19 (please read responsively)

Leader- 1 Hear, O Shepherd of Israel, leading Joseph like a flock; shine forth, you that are enthroned upon the cherubim. 

ALL- 2 In the presence of Ephraim, Benjamin, and Manasseh, stir up your strength and come to help us. Leader- 3 Restore us, O God; let your face shine upon us, and we shall be saved. 

ALL- 4 O Lord God of hosts, how long will your anger fume when your people pray?  LEADER- 5 You have fed them with the bread of tears; you have given them bowls of tears to drink. 

ALL- 6 You have made us the derision of our neighbors, and our enemies laugh us to scorn. LEADER- 7 Restore us, O God of hosts; let your face shine upon us, and we  shall be saved. 

ALL-17 Let your hand be upon the one at your right hand, the one you have made so strong for yourself. Leader- 18 And so will we never turn away from you; give us life, that we may call upon your name. 

ALL- 19 Restore us, O Lord God of hosts; let your face shine upon us, and we shall be saved. 

HYMN OF THE DAY: O Come, All Ye Faithful #283 vs. 1, 3 & 4 *Norman Worship Band

GOSPEL: Matthew 1:18-25                                                                                                                                      

The holy gospel according to Matthew. ALL- Glory to you, O Lord.                                                                   

Matthew’s story of Jesus’ birth focuses on the role of Joseph, who adopts the divinely-begotten child into the family of David and obediently gives him the name Jesus, which means “God saves.”

¹⁸ Now the birth of Jesus the Messiah took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been engaged to Joseph, but before they lived together, she was found to be pregnant from the Holy Spirit. ¹⁹ Her husband Joseph, being a righteous man and unwilling to expose her to public disgrace, planned to divorce her quietly. ²⁰ But just when he had resolved to do this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, for the child conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. ²¹ She will bear a son, and you are to name him Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” ²² All this took place to fulfill what had been spoken by the Lord through the prophet: ²³ “Look, the virgin shall become pregnant and give birth to a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel,” which means, “God is with us.” ²⁴ When Joseph awoke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him; he took her as his wife ²⁵ but had no marital relations with her until she had given birth to a son, and he named him Jesus.

The gospel of the Lord. ALL- Praise to you, O Christ.    

SERMON- Pastor Katie                                                                                                                                                   

HYMN: What Child Is This #296  vs.1-3 *Norman Worship Band                                                                                                                           

Prayers of Intercession                                                                                                                                           

In our waiting and watching, we come to you in prayer, O God, trusting your promise to renew the church, the nations, and the whole creation.  A brief silence.

In the anticipation of these days, prepare our hearts for your arrival. Stir our spirits through the gifts of artists, musicians, poets, and preachers, as together we proclaim your advent among us. God of grace,

ALL- hear our prayer.

The earth breaks forth in singing as it heralds the Messiah’s coming. Fill our hearts with wonder as we join heaven and nature in announcing this holy birth. God of grace, ALL- hear our prayer.

You send your saving grace and peace to the nations. Lead us in work for justice and care for the common good. May we meet the Christ-child we seek in the faces of our neighbors. God of grace, ALL- hear our prayer.

When tears of grief, exhaustion, or loneliness come, or physical or emotional hurt overwhelms us, come to our aid. Uphold all who are anxious, who know the challenges of depression, or who are ill. God of grace, ALL- hear our prayer.

Surround expectant parents and those suffering from infant loss with communities of support. Bless young children and new parents. Guide us in ways that provide safety for all children and those who care for them. God of grace, ALL- hear our prayer.

We give thanks for all who have treasured the gospel and lived in faithful service. Strengthen our earthly journeys until, at the last, your face shines upon us and we are held in your in love. God of grace,                    ALL- hear our prayer.

Draw near to us, O God, as we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy through Jesus Christ, Emmanuel.  ALL- Amen. 

OFFERING SONG: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel #257 vs. 1, 4, 8 *Norman Worship Band                                                                                       

OFFERING PRAYER:  (unison)                                                                                                                                         

ALL- Blessed are you, O God, maker of all things. Through your goodness you have blessed us with these gifts: our selves, our time, and our possessions. Use us, and what we have gathered, in feeding the world with your love, through the one who gave himself for us, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Blessing                                                                                                                                                                              SENDING SONG: Hark! The Harald Angels Sing #270  vs. 1-3   *Norman Worship Band                                                                                

DISMISSAL:  P: Go in Peace and serve the Lord  R: Thanks be to God                                                                   

POSTLUDE

PRAYER REQUESTS- Pastor Karin Moberg, Wayne Jermstad, Pastor Ryan Patenaude, Polly Roe, family & friends of Charles Nelson, family & friend of Hank Trangsrud, family & friends of Dave Christianson, family & friends of Arlene Haux, Linda Haugen, Matt Lunde, Garritt Lunde, Wyatt Simley & Family, Joan Pratt, Camden Anderson & family, Jorgene Alsager, Carol Malone, Garret Fenner & family, Trudy Torgerson, Tanya Ausk, and Erickson family. Please pray for our elders.

ANNOUNCEMENTS-                                                                                                                                              

Christmas Eve Worship- Davenport 3:00pm and Norman 5:00pm.                                                                       

Candle light service with Holy Communion. All are welcome to either Worship.                                                                                                                            

Sunday, December 28^th Norman 9:00am and Davenport 11:00am. No Sunday School.

*Newsletter photos, articles, and information due to ndparishnews@gmail.com.

*Parish directory will be updated in January. If you would like to update your family photo, address, phone #, email, send info to ndparishnews@gmail.com normandavenportparish@hotmail.com by December 31 please.

*Mark your Calendars- The Norman Lutheran Church Foundation is thrilled to welcome Hunter Pinke to Kindred on January 7th! Come hear his powerful message about leading courageously and making an impact. Hunter’s story is truly inspirational and one you won’t want to miss! Free Event — sponsored by The Norman Lutheran Church Foundation & Kindred Hoops. Kindred Performing Arts Center. Doors open at 6:15 PM | Hunter speaks at 7:00 PM. All ages welcome Let’s pack the PAC and support this incredible opportunity for our community!

December Community Opportunities-                                                                                                                  

WALK IN FAITH- winter gloves/mittens for men & women and hats                                                                 

The Kindred Area Food Pantry- monetary donations or breakfast items (pop tarts, nutrigrain bars, cereal etc)                                                                                                                                                                                  

Community Closet liquid laundry detergent                                                                                                 

Viking Village- December donations teen feminine hygiene items                                                               

Bone Builders - Davenport Mon & Thurs 9:30-10:30 at old school Kindred- Mon & Fri 10:30-11:30 @ City Hall                                                                                                                                                                                              

*AA Meeting Monday 7pm @ Norman Go to ndparish.net to volunteer treats for the meetings.

**January Worship time change- Davenport will have 9:00am & Norman 11:00am

2025 Annual Meetings- Norman mtg- January 18^th following 11:00am worship. Davenport January 25^th following 11:00am worship. note time change on 25^th *

**Annual reports due to Joan @  normandavenportparish@hotmail.com-                                                                           

 Norman reports due January 12^th                                                                                                                          

Davenport reports due January 18^th 

*Youth Summer Roadtrip 2026- High School Youth are invited to Faith- Fellowship- Fun- About the Journey—Not Just the Destination trip July 7-14 to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee area. Contact Pastor Katie.

Thank you to the kids, teachers, musicians, and all helpers for the wonderful Sunday School Christmas programs that were presented last Sunday.  Thank you also for supporting the breakfast and bake sale for the Norman Foundation! It was a great day!