“When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream.” Psalm 126
What does it look like to live as those who dream? The prophets, the psalmists, John the Baptist, Mary, Elizabeth, Joseph, Simeon, Anna, the shepherds and the Magi—they were all dreamers. They received, discovered, and responded to God’s dreams for the world.
In Advent, we step into the mystery and awe of God’s dreams and pray they shape our reality.
This theme is for the dreamers in all of us—those who dream of a deeper connection with God and those who dream of a better world. It’s for those who dream of comfort and for those who have given up on their dreams. It’s for those whose dreams have been crushed and for those who show us that dreams take time.
Join us this Advent as we dream alongside prophets and angels, Mary and the Magi. Join us this Advent and Christmas season as we seek and sow God’s dreams for our world. Advent Begins Sunday, November 29.
Advent Worship
Please join us for livestream Sunday worship at 11am on our
YouTube Channel under Good Shepherd Lutheran, Reno. Recordings of all worship livestreams are posted on our YouTube Channel and available to watch at your convenience if you are unable to join us live. We will not be holding in-person worship this Advent due to COVID-19.
In keep with out "Those Who Dream" Advent theme, each week will have a different focus:
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1st Sunday of Advent - November 29: Those Who Dream . . . keep awake. Story: Zechariah & Elizabeth
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2nd Sunday of Advent - December 6: Those Who Dream . . . prepare the way. Story: John the Baptist
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3rd Sunday of Advent - December 13: Those Who Dream . . . sow joy. Story: Mary & Joseph
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4th Sunday of Advent - December 20: Those Who Dream . . . are not alone. Story: Shepherds
Evening Prayer with Pr. Scott Trevithick: A Brief Service of Guided Prayer
For four consecutive Monday evenings at 5:30 during the season of Advent, Pastor Scott will lead a brief Evening Prayer service via Zoom. The services follow a particular order including a psalm or other scripture and guided prayers, during which time there will be opportunity to mention a thanksgiving or concern. The services are intentionally brief, about 20 minutes, as we give thanks as the day closes and darkness gathers and give thanks for the light of the Christ that has come into the world, the light that even death could not overcome. The services will be November 30 and December 7, 14, and 21 at 5:30 p.m.
Advent Devotionals
Pick up an Advent Devotional in the Church office (357 Clay Street) anytime Monday-Thursday 9am-2pm. The booklet includes scripture, poetry, visual art, coloring, written reflections and journaling prompts. We also have some Advent Calendars available.
Family Story Time for Those Who Dream
Each Wednesday in Advent, a new story will be read by one of our fabulous storytellers, and shared via our
YouTube Channel. This is a wonderful way to engage your children in the wonder of Advent.
