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WELCOME“Arise Shine”“Angels (Glory to God)” PRAYERS OF GOD’S PEOPLE SACRAMENT HOLY COMMUNION WORDS OF INSTITUTION THE LORD’S PRAYER COMMUNION SONG“Light of the World (Sing Hallelujah)”    READINGMatthew 2:1-12 In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.” When King Herod heard…

PRELUDE“Gather Us In” (arr. Mark Albrecht)Jodi Edstrom,  Tim Graf WELCOME CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESSBlessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God,whose steadfast love is everlasting.Amen. Let us confess our sin in the presence of Godand of one another. God-with-us,we confess that we have turned awaythose seeking shelter,claiming there is no room when we have plenty.We have made power and wealth our idols,while you show us true glory: a baby in a manger.We have overlooked the shepherds,expecting good news in prettier packaging.Too often, we…

PRELUDE “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”“Away in a Manger”“We Wish You a Merry Christmas”Jodi Edstrom, Linnae Stole WELCOME CALL TO WORSHIP     “In a Far Judean City” (Abbie Betinis)  Penny Meier, Jill Boyd, Tim Graf, Bruce Broquist CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS   Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God,who was in the beginning,who makes a dwelling among us,who covers us with justice and mercy.Amen. Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another.Silence is kept for reflection. God of goodness and…

Christmas Day Worship PRELUDE“God Rest You Merry” Rachel Calvert, Tim Graf WELCOME READINGPsalm 98 O sing to the Lord a new song,   for he has done marvelous things.His right hand and his holy arm   have gained him victory.The Lord has made known his victory;   he has revealed his vindication in the sight of the nations.He has remembered his steadfast love and faithfulness   to the house of Israel.  All the ends of the earth have seen   the victory of our God. Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth;   break forth…

Christmas Eve Worship PRELUDE“In the Bleak Midwinter” (arr. Roberta Rowland-Raybold)  Sarah Curtiss, Corwin Holk WELCOME CAROLS“O Come, All Ye Faithful” (arr. Tim Graf) (Words projected)“The First Noel” (arr. Tim Graf) (Words projected) PRAYER OF THE DAYAlmighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus’ presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of his glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our…

Christmas Eve Worship PRELUDE“Bell Carol/In Dulci Jubilo/Ring Christmas Bells” (M. Leontovich, arr. Matthew Naughtin) String Quartet WELCOME CAROL MEDLEY“On Christmas Night/O Come, All Ye Faithful/O Little Town of Bethlehem/Joy to the World” (arr. Tim Graf)Canticle Choir, Orchestra PRAYER OF THE DAYAlmighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus’ presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of his glory; through your Son, Jesus…

Christmas Eve Worship PRELUDE“Silent Night” (arr. Bill Holcombe)Jodi Edstrom, Tim Graf WELCOME CAROLS     “O Come, All Ye Faithful” (words projected)“The First Noel” (words projected) PRAYER OF THE DAYAlmighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus’ presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of his glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns…

Christmas Eve 2024 | Find the baby where you are. CALL TO WORSHIP“Pop-up Choir Twinkle Twinkle” / “Starlight Starbright” (Hannah and Matthew Fleming) OPENING SONG SET“Joy To The World”“Ding Dong Merrily on High” WELCOME OFFERING AND SONG “Away in A Manger” VIDEO – CHRISTMAS ACCORDING TO KIDS MESSAGE SILENT NIGHT PRAYER/BENEDICTION ANNOUNCEMENTS CLOSING SONG“Go Tell It on The Mountain” Musicians for Today’s Worship Service

Christmas Eve Worship PRELUDE“Nativity Carol” (John Rutter)Tim Graf                                   WELCOME CAROLS“Hark! The Herald Angels Sing/O Come, All Ye Faithful”  (words projected) PRAYER OF THE DAYAlmighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus’ presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of his glory;…

PRELUDE“What Sweeter Music” (John Rutter)Tim Graf                                                                                                                                              LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLES“Drive Out the Darkness”Alan Bach, Tim Graf WELCOME OPENING CAROLS“Joy to the World!/Hark! The Herald Angels Sing/O Come, All Ye Faithful” (Words projected)  PRAYER OF THE DAY Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. With your abundant grace and might, free us from the sin that binds us, that we may receive you in joy and serve you always, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy…

PRELUDE“What Sweeter Music” (John Rutter)Tim Graf                                                                                                                                              LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT CANDLES“Drive Out the Darkness”Alan Bach, Tim Graf WELCOME OPENING CAROLS“Joy to the World!/Hark! The Herald Angels Sing/O Come, All Ye Faithful” (Words projected)  PRAYER OF THE DAY Stir up your power, Lord Christ, and come. With your abundant grace and might, free us from the sin that binds us, that we may receive you in joy and serve you always, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy…

PRELUDE“Nativity Carol”  (John Rutter)Tim Graf WELCOME   CAROL“O Come, All Ye Faithful” (St. 1, 3-4) ELW # 283 PRAYER OF THE DAYAlmighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus’ presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of his glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,…