The Nativity of our Lord – Christmas Eve

The familiar story of Christmas introduced a moral and spiritual revolution into the world in terms of the values we live by. Leading up to Christmas is advent, which celebrates Peace, Hope, Joy and Love. These are values that all humans seek, but remain elusive. You cannot celebrate Peace, Hope, Love, and Joy independently of their source. These values are embodied in the birth of the Christ Child, our savior. God inspires these values in us, to go out and employ them in our interactions with the people of the world. These Christmas gifts are needed to make the world a better place and lead us to eternal life.

December 24, 2020

Order of Worship

Harp Prelude: “Prelude in C Major”, J.S. Bach

Greeting

Lighting of the Christ Candle

Opening Hymn: “O Come All Ye Faithful”

First Lesson: Isaiah 9:2-7

Harp: “Lo How a Rose E’re Blooming”

Second Lesson: Luke 2:1-7

Carol: “Oh Little Town of Bethlehem”

Third Lesson: Luke 2:8-14

Hand bells and Vocalists: “Angels We Have Heard on High”

Fourth Lesson: Luke 2:15-20

Hymn: “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear”

Christmas Meditation

Vocal Duet: “He Shall Feed His Flock”, from the Messiah by F.G. Handel

Prayer for Christmas Eve and The Lord’s Prayer

Benediction

Hand bells: “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”

Dismissal

Sending Hymn: “Silent Night”

Organ Postlude: “Adeste Fidelis”, by Eric Thiman