God with Us - Entering Advent with Hope
By Ryan Dawson
As we step into Advent this Sunday and light the Hope candle, our hearts turn again toward the incredible miracle at the center of our faith: God came near. In a world that can feel hurried, heavy, or uncertain, Advent invites us to slow down and remember that we do not walk alone. God Himself stepped into our story—into our waiting, our fears, our longing, and our joys.
This is why we’re so excited to begin our new Christmas sermon series: Immanuel – God with Us. In Matthew’s Gospel account we read… “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel—which means, ‘God with us.’” Matthew 1:23
Throughout December, we’ll prepare our hearts for the celebration of Jesus’ arrival by exploring what it really means that God is with us—right now, in every part of our lives.
Upcoming Sunday Services
December 7 – “God with Us in Our Waiting” (Advent: Peace)
Text: Luke 1:5–25
Theme: Even in silence and longing, God is at work.
December 14 – “God with Us in Our Fears” (Advent: Joy)
Text: Luke 1:26–38
Theme: God’s calling may feel overwhelming, but His presence gives courage.
December 21 – “God with Us in Our Joy” (Advent: Love)
Text: Luke 2:8–20
Theme: Jesus brings joy that changes ordinary people and everyday life.
Christmas Eve – December 24
We can’t wait to celebrate Jesus’ arrival together! Join us at one of our two Christmas Eve services @ 3:00pm & 5:00pm – Immanuel: God with Us Forever
We’ll reflect on Matthew 1:23 and John 1:1–14 as we light the Christ Candle and celebrate the One who came to dwell with us—yesterday, today, and forever.
Don't Miss this Opportunity to Invite!
The Christmas season is one of the moments in our year when people are most open to saying “yes” to an invitation. A simple invite to a Sunday service or Christmas Eve gathering can open doors for hope, connection, and life-changing encounters with Jesus. Who in your life might be blessed by an invitation this season? A neighbour? A colleague? A friend or family member? We will be handing out Immanuel invite cards each Sunday in December so you can use these cards to invite your friends and family to join us for a worship service.
Let’s be a community that extends the loving welcome of Jesus—because He is Immanuel – God with Us, and through us, others can experience His love too.
Blessings, Ryan
As we step into Advent this Sunday and light the Hope candle, our hearts turn again toward the incredible miracle at the center of our faith: God came near. In a world that can feel hurried, heavy, or uncertain, Advent invites us to slow down and remember that we do not walk alone. God Himself stepped into our story—into our waiting, our fears, our longing, and our joys.
This is why we’re so excited to begin our new Christmas sermon series: Immanuel – God with Us. In Matthew’s Gospel account we read… “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel—which means, ‘God with us.’” Matthew 1:23
Throughout December, we’ll prepare our hearts for the celebration of Jesus’ arrival by exploring what it really means that God is with us—right now, in every part of our lives.
Upcoming Sunday Services
December 7 – “God with Us in Our Waiting” (Advent: Peace)
Text: Luke 1:5–25
Theme: Even in silence and longing, God is at work.
December 14 – “God with Us in Our Fears” (Advent: Joy)
Text: Luke 1:26–38
Theme: God’s calling may feel overwhelming, but His presence gives courage.
December 21 – “God with Us in Our Joy” (Advent: Love)
Text: Luke 2:8–20
Theme: Jesus brings joy that changes ordinary people and everyday life.
Christmas Eve – December 24
We can’t wait to celebrate Jesus’ arrival together! Join us at one of our two Christmas Eve services @ 3:00pm & 5:00pm – Immanuel: God with Us Forever
We’ll reflect on Matthew 1:23 and John 1:1–14 as we light the Christ Candle and celebrate the One who came to dwell with us—yesterday, today, and forever.
Don't Miss this Opportunity to Invite!
The Christmas season is one of the moments in our year when people are most open to saying “yes” to an invitation. A simple invite to a Sunday service or Christmas Eve gathering can open doors for hope, connection, and life-changing encounters with Jesus. Who in your life might be blessed by an invitation this season? A neighbour? A colleague? A friend or family member? We will be handing out Immanuel invite cards each Sunday in December so you can use these cards to invite your friends and family to join us for a worship service.
Let’s be a community that extends the loving welcome of Jesus—because He is Immanuel – God with Us, and through us, others can experience His love too.
Blessings, Ryan