This Sunday begins the season of Advent – a season of waiting and preparation to celebrate the coming of the Christ child at Christmas. Just as they anticipated the coming of the Messiah long ago, we too anticipate the ways in which the Messiah comes to us in our lives today. Our worship series this Advent is called “Regardless.” It takes its cues from the challenges we face in our lives and in the world that would otherwise lead us to despair and reminds us that “Regardless,” there is still hope, joy, love, and peace.  Join us this Sunday as we begin the journey with hope – “Regardless: Hope.”