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Join Us For Worship!
December 10, 2023
Coming Home for Christmas
An Unexpected Turn
Luke 1:26-38
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Minneapolis Campus
Pastor Ruud Preaching
9, 10, & 11am
Holy Communion Served at 8:30am & 11:45am
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West Campus
Pastor Lose Preaching
9, 10, & 11am
Holy Communion Served at 8:30am & 11:45am
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Watch the Mpls worship service live at 9, 10, or 11am at mtolivet.org on Sunday.
*Dial-up audio service available Sundays at 11am*
Call 1.833.775.1238
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This week in worship, the 3rd Sunday in our season of Advent, we will hear what is one of the most dear and meaningful passages in the story of Jesus. The angel Gabriel visits Mary, a young unwed woman, and declares she will be the one to bear the “Son of the Most High.” We often focus on the seemingly miraculous news of a “virgin birth,” but what if that’s not the main surprise? Could the table-turning news be that God chooses to be born to the precious ordinary? Let us consider Mary’s response. She is “much perplexed” by the angel’s greeting. Is she aware that being “favoured by God” does not necessarily mean a life of ease, happiness, and prosperity by this world’s standards? Could the big miracle be Mary’s faith? Join or tune in this week to behold this fierce woman of faith and to anticipate the good news of a God who is born to you and all.
See you Sunday!
-Pastor Ruud
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Christmas Pop-up Choir for 20s & 30s
Sunday, December 10, Mpls Campus, 10am Rehearsal, 11am Sing in Worship
Perhaps you once sang in Cathedral Choir or maybe you just like to sing! Regardless of your current situation, we would love to see you again! After the service, everyone is invited to head over to Wooden Hill Brewery for time to chat and catch up!
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Mount Olivet Christmas Concert
Sunday, December 10, 3 & 5pm, Mpls Campus & livestreamed at mtolivet.org
This year, the concert will include combined choirs singing O Holy Night with baritone soloist, Justin Staebell, and will conclude with the traditional singing of the anthem, Peace, Peace by candlelight.
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Needle Felt Snow Globe Craft Class
Monday, December 11, 6-8pm, Mpls Campus
Create a beautiful snow globe “painting” out of wool roving. Learn to needle felt an image on a piece of felt using roving as your “paint.” The image will be created in a small embroidery hoop that can be hung on your tree or a wall for decoration. They also make great gifts.
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Service of Remembrance
Tuesday, December 12, 6:30pm, Mpls Campus & livestream at mtolivet.org
This Advent & Christmas Season, we encourage you to join us in celebrating the life and memory of your loved one(s) by attending a Service of Remembrance. If you would like the first and last name of your loved one(s) read during the service, please click on the "register here" button below or contact Julie Goodman at 612.767.2208.
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MOCW Coat & Mitten Drive
Donations taken through Monday, December 18
Donate new non-handmade mittens, hats, scarves, warm boots, and coats of all sizes for those who are experiencing homelessness. Donations can be dropped off at either campus. If you have any questions, please contact Laurie Hancer at 612.767.2267 or lhancer@mtolivet.org. The MOCW thanks you for your heartfelt donations!
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Christmas Eve
Sunday, December 24
Mpls Campus: 2-10pm and livestreamed at mtolivet.org
West Campus: 2-6pm
Join in the celebration of the birth of Jesus by worshiping in-person at either campus or online. These joyous services will include an inspirational sermon and the reading of the beloved Christmas scripture interspersed with numerous congregational Christmas carols. Choirs of all ages, special duets, and solos, all accompanied by orchestra, will provide beautiful music to enhance the importance of this meaningful evening. The final candlelight service of the evening ends with the singing of Silent Night as the congregation lights individual candles and shares the light of Christ with each other.
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Christmas Morning Eve
Sunday, December 24, 10am only, Mpls & West Campuses
Join us on Sunday Morning for worship at either campus at 10am only. Pastor Hammersten will be preaching at the Mpls Campus and Pastor Freeman will be preaching at the
West Campus.
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