12/28/16

Lessons & Carols & Communion – 2017

Lessons & Carols & Communion – 2017

Processional Hymn 123: Once in Royal David's City
Verse 1 will be solo, followed by a musical interlude.

The Bidding Prayer

The Collect
Let us pray,
Eternal Father, we give thanks for your incarnate Son, whose name is our salvation. Plant in every heart, we pray, the love of him who is the Saviour of the world, our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Carol 140: It Came Upon a Midnight Clear (v 1-3)

The First Lesson: Isaiah 60:1-6

Anthem: Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine

The Second Lesson: Matthew 1:18–23

Carol 135: Shepherds in the Field Abiding

The Third Lesson: Luke 2:8–20

Carol 160: As with Gladness Men of Old

The Fourth Lesson: Matthew 2:1–12

Choir: Coventry Carol

The Fifth Lesson: Matthew 2:13–18

Carol 126: Away in a Manger

The Sixth Lesson: Luke 2:21–32

Anthem: Arise!

Responsory
The people who walked in darkness
      have seen a great light.
For to us a child is born
      to us a Son is given.
His name will be called Wonderful counsellor, mighty God,
      the everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.
Glory to God in the highest
      and peace to his people on earth.

The Prayers of the People
God of love,
Hear our prayer.

The Peace
The peace of the Lord be always with you.
      And also with you.

Hymn-at-the-offertory 128: The Virgin Mary had a Baby Boy

The Celebration of the Eucharist
The Prayer over the Gifts
Let us pray,
Gracious God, the name of Jesus brings salvation to the world. In all we offer you this day, may we honour him, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

The Great Thanksgiving—Prayer 3

The Lord’s Prayer

The Breaking of the Bread6 Incarnation
We break the bread of life,
and that life is the light of the world.
God here among us,
light in the midst of us,
bring us to light and life.

The Communion
The gifts of God for the People of God.
Thanks be to God.

Hymns-during-communion
Lamb of God
148: See Amid the Winter’s Snow
151: All Poor Folk and Humble (v. 1, 2, Refrain)

The Sending forth of the Community
Prayer after Communion
Let us pray,
Father, you have fed us heavenly food in the sacrament of the body and blood of Christ. Grant that we, sharing in this mystery, may turn always to that name which is above all others, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The doxology
Glory to God,
whose power, working in us,
can do infinitely more
than we can ask or imagine.
Glory to God
from generation to generation,
in the Church and in Christ Jesus,
for ever and ever. Amen.

Blessing
May the God of infinite goodness
scatter the darkness of sin
and brighten your hearts with holiness;
and the blessing of God almighty,
the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit,
be among you and remain with you always. Amen.

Hymn 153: Good Christians All, Rejoice

The Scattering (Mark 4:20)
Alleluia! Go forth into the world,
rejoicing in the power of the Spirit.
      Thanks be to God. Alleluia!




12/21/16

Christmas Eve, December 24, 2016 7:30

Prelude (Organ/Piano Duets): Elizabeth & Rebecca

Processional Hymn 118: O Come All Ye Faithful (v. 1-5)

Christmas Introductory Responses

The Gathering of the Community

Hymn 143: Angels from the Realms of Glory

The Collect of the Day
Let us pray.
Eternal God, this holy night is radiant with the brilliance of your one true light. As we have known
the revelation of that light on earth, bring us to see the splendour of your heavenly glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Lighting of the Christ Candle

The Proclamation of the Word
Isaiah 9:2-7
Psalm 96
Titus 2:11-14

The McLeod Trio: “Bethlehem Wind - Rebecca, Sarah & Nathan McLeod

The Holy Gospel - Luke 2:1-20

Sermon

Anthem: Christmas Grace

An Affirmation of Faith
Let us declare our faith in God.
We believe in God the Father,
from whom every family
in heaven and on earth is named.

We believe in God the Son,
who lives in our hearts through faith,
and fills us with his love.

We believe in God the Holy Spirit,
who strengthens us
with power from on high.

We believe in one God;
Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.
cf Ephesians 3

Prayers of the People

Confession and Absolution

The Peace

Hymn 139: The First Nowell

Prayer over the Gifts
Let us pray,
Source of light and gladness, accept all we offer on this joyful feast. May we grow up in him who unites our lives to yours; for he is Lord now and for ever. Amen.

Eucharistic Prayer 3

The Lord’s Prayer

The Breaking of the Bread Incarnation

Giving of Communion

 Hymns-during-communion
-           Lamb of God
-           125: Infant Holy, Infant Lowly
-           122: In the Bleak Midwinter
-           131: Love Came Down at Christmas

The Sending forth of the Community
The electric lights will be dimmed and candles will be lit.

Hymn 119: Silent Night

Prayer after Communion
Let us pray,
Father of all, tonight you have united earth and heaven in sending your Son to take our human nature. May we who have tasted heavenly things share in the life of his eternal kingdom. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Blessing
May the God of infinite goodness scatter the darkness of sin and brighten your hearts with holiness; and the blessing of God almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you and remain with you always. Amen.

Hymn 154: Joy to the World

The Scattering (Mark 4:20)
Alleluia! Go in peace.
Proclaim the Word made flesh.

Glory, thanks and praise to God. Alleluia!

12/14/16

Dec. 18, 2016 - Advent iv

The Gathering of the Community
The Pageant
Hymn 119: Silent Night
The Lighting of the Advent Wreathsee inside
Hymn 88: Come, Thou Long-expected Jesus
The Apostolic Greeting—Pg. 185
The Collect of the Day
The Proclamation of the Word
The Reading & Psalm: see inside
Hymn
The Gospel
Sermon
The Affirmation of Faith: see front
The Prayers of the Community
The Prayers of the People: see inside
Confession & Absolution—Pg. 191
The Peace
Announcements
The Celebration of the Holy Eucharist
Hymn (offertory) 460: Shine Jesus Shine
Prayer over the Gifts
Eucharistic Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer
The Breaking of the Bread
Lamb of God
Hymns-during-communion:
- 269: Heavenly Message
- 151: All Poor Fold and Humble
The Sending Forth of the Community
Hymn 130: Born in the Night
Prayer after Communion
The doxology
Blessing
Hymn 114: Lo, He Comes With Clouds Ascending
Scattering (Mark 4:20)


12/6/16

December 11, 2016 - Advent iii

The Gathering of the Community
The Apostolic Greeting—Pg. 185
Hymn 95: O Come, Divine Messiah
The Collect of the Day
The Proclamation of the Word
The Reading & Psalm: see inside
Anthem: Waiting for Bethlehem’s Light
The Gospel
Sermon
The Affirmation of Faith: see front
The Prayers of the Community
The Prayers of the People: see inside
Confession & Absolution—Pg. 191
The Peace
Announcements & Transition
The Lighting of the Advent Wreathsee inside

The Celebration of the Holy Eucharist
Hymn (offertory)
128: The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy
Prayer over the Gifts
Eucharistic Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer
The Breaking of the Bread
Lamb of God
Hymns-during-communion:
- 91: People, Look East
- 109: When the King Shall Come Again
The Sending Forth of the Community
Hymn: Emmanuel (P16)
Prayer after Communion
The doxology
Blessing
Hymn: There is Joy in the Lord
Scattering (Mark 4:20)