Christmas Eve
Order of Worship December
24, 2005
Prelude – 9:30 P.M.
Candlelight Communion Carol Anna Laura Page
Youth Choir
Arioso J. S. Bach
Infant Holy, Infant Lowly Keith Chapman
Angels We Have Heard on High Keith Chapman
The Canon Carol J. Jung, arr. M. Mancini
Lullabye to the Christ Child M. McCabe, arr. M. Mancini
I Wonder as I Wander J. J. Niles, arr. C. Salzedo
Neapolitan Carol Anon, arr. M. Mancini
La Nativité Jean Langlais
The Crib-The Angels-The Shepherds-The Holy Family
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Candlelight
Service of Worship – 10:00 P.M.
(We welcome you to worship with us on this holy night. May you be blessed by being in the presence
of the Christ and one another. If you are a guest, please fill out a card so
we might acknowledge your presence with us.
If there is a way we might be of assistance to you as you seek a
relationship with Christ, please let us know by calling the church office -
301-933-7933.)
Greeting
Introit The Twilight is Falling Joseph Miranda
*Carol Hark!
The Herald Angels Sing No. 240
Lighting of the Christ Candle Dick & Emily Robinson
The people who
walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep
darkness—on them light has shined. (Isaiah 9:2)
Carol Away in the Manger No. 217
Verse
1
Prayer
God, we pray your holy light may surround each of us with hope,
peace, joy, and love.
Prepare us for the greater light that is coming into the world, whose
brightness shall never be quenched and whose beacon shall be in our hearts to
follow forever. May we be open to
sharing with others the promise you have given us, through Christ we pray. Amen.
Anthem A Child is Born Leo Nestor
Gospel Luke 2:1-20 (p. 54)
*Carol Angels We Have Heard on High No. 238
Anthem God’s Promise Coming True Mary Kay Beall
Youth Choir
Meditation A 2-King Christmas Rev. Karin Walker
*Carol Infant Holy, Infant Lowly No. 229
Christmas Prayer and Lord’s Prayer
Our
Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be
done on earth as it is in heaven. Give
us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those
who trespass against us. Lead us not
into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for Thine is the kingdom, and the
power and the glory forever. Amen.
Offertory The Snow Lay on the
Ground Leo Sowerby
Great Thanksgiving
Giving of the Bread and Cup
(Communion
is open at
Slumber Song Max Reger
Still, Still, Still Austrian Carol
Arr. Norman Luboff
Prayer after Communion (Unison)
We give you thanks, most
gracious God, for allowing us to share in this feast as your family; and to be
fed with the bread of heaven. Give us
grace that we all may grow in love, glorifying you in all things, through Jesus
Christ our Lord. Amen.
A Tribute to our Troops A poem by Corporal James M. Schmidt
The Festival of Light
*Carol Silent Night, Holy Night Franz Gruber
Silent night, holy night, all is calm, all is bright
round yon virgin mother and child. Holy infant, so tender and mild,
sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace.
Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight;
glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing Alleluia! Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born!
Silent night, holy night, Son of God, love’s pure light;
radiant beams from thy holy face with the dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth, Jesus, Lord, at thy birth.
Silent night, holy night, wondrous star, lend thy light;
with the angels let us sing, Alleluia to our King;
Christ the Savior is born, Christ the Savior is born!
*Scripture Matthew 5: 14-16 (p. 4)
*Benediction
(*Stand, as you are able)
Please know that we
are grateful for your continued faithfulness to
Crucifer........................................................................ Michael
Porter
Acolytes.................................................. Chris
Higgins, Timmy Higgins
Musicians......................................................... Aniko
Debreceny, flute
Meredith Mancini, harp
Anne Stahmer, soprano
Sound....................................... John
Regan, Stu Foster, David Furman
Ushers................................... Jim
King, Bill Burnett, Wayne Thompson
Arlo
Wagner, Linda Ferrara, Anthony Revenis
Pastor Deacon/Minister
of Ed. & Yth.
Rev. Karin W. Walker Rev. Richard L. Buckingham
Minister of Visitation Director of Music
Rev. John
C. Walker Mr. N. Thomas Pedersen
Pastoral
Counselor Organist
Mrs. Mandi
Mader Mr. Marvin Mills
Church Phone: 301-933-7933; FAX Phone:
301-933-4418
Home Page: http://www.stpaulsk.org
E-mail: stpaulsunited@verizon.net
Rev. Karin W. Walker’s e-mail: revkarin@comcast.net
Rev. John C. Walker’s e-mail: friartuck4@verizon.net
Join us for worship tomorrow morning at 10:15.
Next Sunday, come for worship at 10:15. Start the New Year in the Lord’s House. Bring a dish to share for an informal potluck brunch following worship. What a wonderful way to relax and share memories of the season.
On January 8, we will dedicate the kneelers, an eight-year project completed! The celebration will take place at the 10:15 service. We’ll be joined by former pastors Chet Kirk and David Argo. **This is the day we resume our regular schedule of worship services: 8am Communion (every week); 9am Joyful Rising (praise band); and 10:15 sanctuary worship.
Did you know that in January there are at least 5 study opportunities for adults. Check out your newsletter or the brochures in the office.
Couples Retreat: Want a great way to wind down after the Christmas season? Join us for a fun 22 HOURS. Take advantage of the opportunity to make new friends, play games, do some Bible study together, get to know one another, and learn some things about each other. Cost: $200 Dates: January 20-21. Register by writing your check and placing in the box in the office. Planning committee if you have questions: Steve and Lisa Harrison, Molly and Frank Jackman, Kate and John Brown, Hal and Annie Frazier, Frankie Blackburn and John Harwood, Karin and Mike Walker.
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Armory Ave. , Kensington , Maryland 20895
Christmas Eve
December 24, 2005
Prelude 9:30 p.m.
Service 10 p.m.