Overbrook Presbyterian Church Proudly serving in Clintonville and Greater Columbus since 1915

4131 North High Street � Columbus, Ohio 43214

Phone: 614.261.1040 � Fax: 614.261.8477

office@overbrookchurch.org

www.overbrookchurch.org

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SERVICE FOR CHRISTMAS EVE December 24, 2015 5:00 p.m.

PRELUDE Christmas Meditation J. Krug

O Come Little Children M. Helman

WELCOME

*CALL TO WORSHIP (please stand) (Isaiah 9: 2,6)

Leader: The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in

the land of deep darkness on them light has shined.

Response: Christ the savior is born!

Leader: Let the heavens be glad, let all the earth rejoice!

Response: Christ the savior is born!

*HYMN # 41 (please stand) O Come, All Ye Faithful

LIGHTING THE ADVENT WREATH – Christ Candle Ed & Shirley Cotter and grandchildren

SINGING CAROLS (please remain seated as we sing the first verse only from each hymn)

#23 Angels We Have Heard on High

#22 Angels, from the Realms of Glory

#25 Away in a Manger

(During the singing of the last carol, children may come to the front.)

A CHRISTMAS STORY

SINGING CAROLS (please remain seated as we sing the first verse only from each hymn - except where noted)

#24 Away in a Manger (verse 3 only of this alternate tune)

#29 Go, Tell It on the Mountain

#31 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

#44 O Little Town of Bethlehem

#56 The First Nowell

EVENING PRAYERS ending with “The Lord’s Prayer” Hymnal Page 16

ANTHEM Jesus is Born, Let the Earth Rejoice! C. Berry

RECEIVING OUR OFFERINGS

(Part of tonight’s offering goes to the Westminster Life Care Fund. This holy night we remember the

ministry of Westminster-Thurber, our Presbyterian retirement center in Victorian Village, which provides

homes and care for persons whose years exceed their financial resources.)

OFFERTORY Mary Rocking, Gently Rocking arr. H. Hopson

*HYMN # 40 (please stand) Joy to the World

NEW TESTAMENT READING John 1: 1-5

LIGHTING OF INDIVIDUAL CHRISTMAS CANDLES (tip unlit candle toward lit candle to lessen wax drips)

HYMN # 60 (please remain seated) Silent Night, Holy Night

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.

CHARGE & BENEDICTION - Worshipers are invited to go forth into the world in silent

reflection.. As the Sanctuary lights come up, please extinguish your candles and return them

to designated boxes in the Narthex.

*Indicates: All who are able, please stand.

**Cover: J. Stushie. No Room at the Inn. 19 Dec. 2012. stushieart.com. 21 Dec. 2015.

TONIGHT’S WORSHIP LEADERS

Liturgists: Bill Gause, Mary Gause

Musical Leadership: Canterbury Ringers; Carol Choir; Westminster Choir;

Sarah Shaffer, Choirmaster; Nancy Deeth, Organist/Pianist

STAFF

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Preschool Associate Director��Jennifer Ey-North����jnorth@overbrookchurch.org

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Office Administrator���������Mary Shaffer����mshaffer@overbrookchurch.org

RULING ELDERS

Class of 2015 Class of 2016 Class of 2017

Jim Kneessi Deb Ryan Elaine Nordstrom

Sarah Sams John Sibley Meris Mandernach

Barb Goen Jeff Soderholm Bill Burchfield

Seat Open Michael Johnson Tim McCoy

Merry Christmas!

As you celebrate the birth of Jesus,

May you be blessed with. . .

The spirit of the season

Peace The gladness of the season

Hope The heart of the season

Love

- The Overbrook Church Staff

� Overbrook Presbyterian Church Announcements � December 24, 2015

WELCOME VISITORS & GUESTS!

We are glad that you are worshiping with us today.

Here are a few things we’d like you to know about Overbrook:

WE WANT TO KNOW YOU, so please sign in on the pew friendship pad. We invite you to leave

your name and contact information so that we can be in touch with you. If you have any

questions, concerns or ideas for Overbrook Church, please see one of the Pastors or any of our

members.

WE LOVE CHILDREN! We want you to feel comfortable keeping your children with you during

the worship services. We ask them to come forward during our services for a special children’s

sermon. We encourage you to grab a few books or a Worship Activity Bag for your children from

the display just outside the sanctuary doors. If you’d prefer, we offer nursery care for ages infant

to five years old throughout the service (and on Sunday mornings), which allows you to worship

and learn as your children enjoy time with others their age.

WE TRULY HAVE SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE: We are a vibrant, active congregation. We

are highly engaged in community outreach. We have activities for all ages. Please look at the

following pages for announcements and schedules of upcoming ways to become more involved in

our congregation. We would love to see you again soon!

Weekly Sunday 10:00 a.m. Education & Fellowship Hour:

• 3yrs. - Kindergarten: meets in Room 103

• 1st - 4th Grade: meets in Room 203

• 5th - 7th Grade: meets in the Mid-High Room (Room 31)

• Confirmation Class: meets in Room 32

• Adult Education* & Fellowship

~ Class: Hosea (led by Cheryl Hubbard in the Conference Room)

~ Class: Permission Granted (led by Young(ish) Adult Class members in Rm. 101)

~ Coffee Fellowship in the Narthex

*Additional Adult Christian Education offerings are added throughout the year on Sundays and weekdays.

UPCOMING EVENTS AT OVERBROOK CHURCH

We encourage YOU to join us!

SPECIAL HOLIDAY RUMPUS ROOM HOURS Tuesday, December 29th & Wednesday, December 30th, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Parents/caregivers and preschoolers (siblings in kindergarten are also welcome) are invited to

come enjoy family fellowship on our indoor playground.

MEN’S BREAKFAST GROUP Wednesday, December 30th, at 7:30 a.m.

Join us for a breakfast fellowship at Tee Jayes Country Place (corner of Morse & High). All men

are welcome! (Men’s Breakfast Group meets every other week.)

EPIPHANY SUNDAY BRUNCH Sunday, January 3rd, at 10:00 a.m.

A brunch in Fellowship Hall will be provided. We ask that you help out with

desserts by bringing leftover Christmas treats to share (a great way to keep

your New Year’s resolution to lead a healthier lifestyle).

We also ask that you bring a donation of canned food, other non-perishables

or a monetary donation to help restock the food pantry at the Near

Northside Emergency Material Assistance Program (NNEMAP). After the

holidays pantry inventory needs restocking! (On the 1st Sunday of each month we

help to stock the shelves of local food pantries with our FOOD Sunday collection.)

MISSION OPPORTUNITES Additional options can be found in weekly bulletins and on our website.

• Open Shelter Lunches – Sunday, January 3rd, at 10:00 a.m. - We

prepare lunches for homeless men at least once a month. Join us to

pack lunches in our kitchen between services.

• Feed College Students – UKIRK @ OSU - Monday, February 1st - We

provide a meal each month for the students in the Presbyterian

Campus Ministry at OSU. Sign up in the Narthex.

BRIDGE GROUP Friday, January 8th, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Join us for some fellowship and a game of cards. We welcome all levels from

“newbie” to veteran players. Our goal is to have fun and meet new people! You

do not have to play the whole time - stay for as long as you are able. (The Bridge

Group plays every Friday.)

YOUTH FELLOWSHIP Sunday, January 10th, at 6:00 p.m.

We welcome all youth for Youth Fellowship on Sundays from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. We usually meet in

the church’s Youth Room, but sometimes venture out into the community. Join us for dinner,

fellowship, program and fun. We hope to see you on January 10th for game night!

THEOLOGY ON TAP Wednesday, January 13th, or Thursday, January 28th (both at 7:00 p.m.)

Join us to discuss faith topics in a casual setting. We’ve got two dates to best

accommodate busy schedules. The January locations are yet to be determined, s o

watch upcoming bulletins for information. This month we will discuss how we

are called to follow Jesus and His teachings in our daily lives. All are welcome!

For more info please contact Steve Ryan at freya43202@yahoo.com or

614-270-0607. (Fellowship on Tap meets monthly at local restaurants.)

HOLLYWOOD JESUS MOVIE NIGHT Friday, January 15th, at 7:00 p.m.

Join us for the film Woman in Gold, starring Helen Mirren and Ryan Reynolds.

It’s based on the true story of a woman who takes on the Austrian

government to try to recover a famous painting of her aunt. We’ll gather to

view the movie and then discuss the theological insights we uncover. Snacks,

drinks, and comfy chairs are provided. As always, friends and dates are also

welcome! (Hollywood Jesus takes place on 3rd Fridays from September through May.)

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY Tuesday, January 19th, at 9:30 a.m.

Please prepare by reading Lesson 4. If you do not have the book, please read the following

Scripture passages: Exodus 17:1-7; Psalm 42:1-2, 63:1; John 19:28. (All women are welcome to attend

this monthly Bible study!)

BROWN BAG BOOK GROUP Love to talk about books you’re reading? Love to explore new genres and authors? So do we! All

are welcome to bring your lunch, read the listed book and join us for discussion on these

upcoming dates:

Tuesday, January 19th, at 12:00 p.m.

The Nightingale

by Kristen Hanna

Tuesday, February 16th, at 12:00 p.m.

The Heretic’s Daughter

by Kathleen Kent

WE ARE A STEPHEN MINISTRY CONGREGATION

THIS WEEK AT OVERBROOK

“Thank You” to those members of our congregation

who purchased the poinsettias which beautifully decorate

our sanctuary this Christmas season.

If you would like to take the poinsettias you purchased,

10:00 AM ONE Combined Worship

11:00 AM Blood Pressure Check

7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop 474

10:00 AM Rumpus Room Open Play

7:30 AM Men's Breakfast Group

10:00 AM Rumpus Room Open Play

10:00 AM Staff Meeting

7:00 PM AA w/child care

7:00 PM OA

9:00 AM Contemporary Worship

10:00 AM Epiphany Brunch

10:00 AM Christian Ed Classes

10:00 AM Open Shelter Lunch Prep

11:00 AM Traditional Worship

Sunday, December 27, 2015

Monday, December 28, 2015

Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Friday, December 25, 2015

CHRISTMAS DAY - Building closed

Saturday, December 26, 2015

CHRISTMAS Holiday - Building closed

Sunday, January 03, 2016

FOOD SUNDAY

Thursday, December 31, 2015

NEW YEAR'S Eve - Building closes @ noon

Saturday, January 02, 2016

NEW YEAR'S Holiday - Building closed

Friday, January 01, 2016

NEW YEAR'S DAY - Building closed

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On Sunday,

December 27th,

we will have only

one worship service.

Please join us at 10:00 a.m.

in the sanctuary

for worship.

There will be no Sunday School, nor

Youth Fellowship, on that date.

Regular Sunday Worship

and Education Schedules

resume on Sunday, January 10th:

9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship

with our Worship Band

10:00 a.m. Education & Fellowship

11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship

with organ and choirs