First Sunday of Advent
Our Saviour Lutheran Church
Lake Havasu City, Arizona + Evangelical Lutheran Synod
IMMINENT ARRIVAL
OF THE KING
The Church has marked the passing of yet another Church Year, waiting for its Lord to return. How long will we have to wait and watch for Jesus to return? We do not know. Jesus said he would return soon. However, the definition of “soon” for the One who has no beginning or end will naturally differ from ours. Whenever Jesus returns, it will take us by surprise. So, how do believers avoid growing lethargic? How do we remain ready and watchful for Christ’s return? Our Savior points us to his Scriptures.
The promises Jesus has made us this past year—promises that give us comfort and hope and purpose— were not merely spoken. Jesus ensured those promises were written down in Scripture. As we see in Scripture all the promises that Christ has fulfilled, there is discernable effect. The Spirit creates within us an eager anticipation regarding the Scriptural promises that are as-of-yet unfilled. While we cannot be certain when the day of fulfillment will come, we are completely confident of what that day will bring. No matter how many years we must mark, we watch with eager anticipation, and we pray, “Amen! Come, Lord Jesus” (Revelation 22:20).
Welcome in Jesus’ Name!
We are thankful to have the opportunity to worship with you today! We pray that you will be comforted by Jesus’ love and forgiveness through the Word of God. Please sign our guest book. And come again and again!
Restrooms and drinking water are in the hallway off the lobby. Audio amplification devices are available for the asking.
This Week at Our Saviour
Sun., Nov. 30 9:00 am Divine Service with Communion
10:15 am Fellowship and refreshments
11:30 am Bible Study / Sunday School
Mon. 6:00 pm In the House of the LORD membership class #8
Thurs.. 6:15 pm Choir
Sun., Dec. 7 9:00 am Divine Service - Advent 2
10:15 am Fellowship and refreshments
10:30 am Bible Study / Sunday School
For updates, please check the calendar under the Events tab at www.havasulutherans.org
Serving in God’s House This Morning
Elder - Nathan Rovey
Altar Guild - Peggy Osinski / Elaine Maki
Altar Flowers - None
Birthdays & Anniversaries This Week
Birthdays – Jeff Suchomel 12/3
Anniversaries – Clyde & Mary Bandy 12/6
Our Saviour Evangelical Lutheran Church
(928) 855-8811 + www.havasulutherans.org + ELS / WELS
3163 Maricopa Ave., Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406
Rev. Timothy Buelow, Pastor; Sara Buelow, Cantor; Volunteers, Secretary
Nathan Rovey, President; Rayce Meyers, Treasurer; Jim Snow, Elder
The Service, Setting Two
beginning on page 172 of Christian Worship: Hymnal (2021) is the order of service we are following today.
If you’d like a copy of the liturgy and hymns to print out, click on the link:
News and Notes
November 23, 2025
Remember in Your Prayers …
Jim Doherty (Sue Killeen’s son); Griff Byerley; Judy Baker; Marcia Snow; Noma Byerley’s brother-in-law Neal Johansen; Elaine Maki’s daughter-in-law, Pam Maki and cousin, Linda Palmatier; Leslie’s cousin, Lesa (brain and breast cancer) and all with health issues and concerns.
Wednesday, December 10th is our “Advent by Candlelight”
Plan on inviting friends, neighbors and acquaintances to find out what the season of Advent is. This is a chance to invite them to visit Our Saviour in a low-key environment with a dinner and “show” explaining the true meaning of Christ’s coming into the world. Tell them you’ll sign them up for the dinner. That way the ladies know how much food to prepare and that will help them say “Yes, I’ll come.”
In the House of the LORD is a class for all who want to review basic Christian doctrine or prepare to take communion at Our Saviour Lutheran Church. We welcome all those who are interested in membership with open arms. We’re excited for you! Lesson 5c this Monday is on Baptism, Lesson 7.
Our Ongoing Worship Series: CAUSE / EFFECT to round out the church year.
Advent 1 – Imminent Arrival of the King
Advent 2 – Imminent Arrival of the One Who Calls
Advent 3 – Imminent Arrival of the Messiah
Advent 4 – Imminent Arrival of Emmanuel
Advent Dinner Helpers
Please see Pam Barry to sign up to help with the Advent Candlelight Dinner on Dec. 10th.
Silk Flower Bouquets
Come look at the beautiful silk flower bouquets in Fellowship Hall. They’re available for a goodwill donation to Altar Guild.
Bible Trivia
Fill in the blank: “For there is no_________of persons with God.” Last week’s question and answer: True or False: After the vision from God, Cornelius traveled to Joppa to see Peter. False; he sent men to summon Peter as the angel commanded (Acts 10:7-8)
