Greetings to you all
At the busy mid-point of December, there are many points of need alongside festive gatherings, decorating, baking, shopping, gift-wrapping and connecting with loved ones and friends.
In the glory of God’s good news, we share a timeless treasure: The Almighty Creator becoming human. In His good news, thirsty souls are set free to truly trust the living God! In the shepherds’ candle 🕯 on the 3rd Sunday of Advent, we get a vivid example of how the birth of Jesus changes expectations and experiences for all those who hear His Word.
Shepherds startled by the splendor of angels learned to trust God in ways none of them could have imagined. With an infant’s cry from that rustic makeshift birthing place in Bethlehem, the realm of God’s eternal kingdom opened on earth in a totally unexpected way.
In awe-struck wonder, the shepherds found their way to a cave they may have used before for shelter, storage or other common tasks. As each shepherd stepped into that cave, a magnificent reality ignited in their hearts: A promised baby, heralded by angelic voices filling the night sky was their Savior and King!
Faith burst into a blaze within each shepherd’s soul as the very human cries of the newborn Christ captivated their attention. It’s that same blaze of glory that calls us into adoration for our King.
With a humble awareness that no human description can fully convey that manger scene, we walk in the footsteps of those shepherds whenever we sing “Come let us adore Him, Christ the Lord”.
[Weather updates: With snow in the forecast for Saturday night, we’ll be watching out for any need to change our regular schedule. We always assume we’re on-track for Cafe Liberty and Worship, unless weather conditions make that hazardous. If in doubt, check email at 8:00 AM on Sunday the 14th ~ should there be any change of schedule, an email will be sent prior to 8:00 to notify everyone]
December Events….📆
Christmas caroling at Country Acres Assisted Living in Eldersburg
~ Wednesday evening December 17 ~ @ 5:30 PM
Faith Quest ~ Kids adventure group sharing, learning, growing in faith ~ Thursday, December 18th 6:30 PM
🎄Sunday, December 21st ~ Liberty’s Annual Birthday Breakfast for Jesus!
This event begins at 10:00 AM in the sanctuary ~
please sign up on the Connections Table
[Note: Cafe Liberty will not be held on Sunday, Dec 21st]
Tuesday, December 23rd ~ Candlelight Christmas Service @ 6:30 PM
“O Come Let Us Adore Him“
Renewing/Updating Liberty Church Membership
Join us in helping to renew the membership vision for strengthening our shared sense of mission in the Body of Christ.
A new church family roster of active members will be available in January 2026 as a reference point for contacts, fellowship, prayer and encouragement of one another. Membership brochures and the Essentials statement of faith booklet are available on the Connections table. Take one and let us know if you have any question. Reply to this email or contact us via text or phone @ 410.857.4313. It’s our joy to stand with you by faith in your walk with Christ and to lift you in prayer for any need or concern on your heart.
Livestream and Online Links ~ a Warm Welcome to Our Online Guests!
Here are the links to be with us on Sundays @ 10:15 AM Eastern Time or at a time that works well for you to watch. We love to hear your thoughts and lift your prayer requests. Comment in the Facebook Live feed, text the church @ 410.857.4313 or reply to this email anytime.
It’s a joy to hear from you at pastoralcare@libertychurchlive.com
- Live-stream via our Live page
- Live-stream via our Facebook Live page
- Past services on our YouTube channel
- Audio podcasts
“Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior,
who daily bears our burdens.
Our God is a God who saves;
from the Sovereign LORD comes escape from death.
Proclaim the power of God whose majesty is over Israel,
whose power is in the heavens…the God of Israel
gives power and strength to his people.”
(Psalm 68:19-20, 34-35 NIV)
In his love,
Pastor Joe