TIMOTHYÊEATONMEMORIALÊCHURCH

Christmas Eve Servicewith Holy Communion

at 10:00 pm

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ORDER OF SERVICE

MUSIC PRECEDING WORSHIP9:30 - 9:50 p.m. – Carols by candlelight ... Elaine Choi, piano ... Allison Arends, Christopher Wilson, soloists ... Christopher Reesor, percussion; Craig Thompson, trumpet

PRELUDE“Prayer of St. Gregory” Alan Hovhaness

...Stephen Boda, organ; Craig Thompson, trumpet

PROCESSIONAL CAROL Please stand

No. 38 “Angels We Have Heard on High” Gloria

LIGHTING THE CHRIST CANDLE remain standing

... Jim & Elizabeth GreenshieldsLeader: The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.People: For unto us a child is born; unto us a Son is given.Leader: To symbolize the coming of Jesus as the Light of the world, we

light the Christ candle.

HYMNNo. 6, v. 5 “A Candle is Burning” Away in a MangerWe honour Messiah with Christ-candle’s flame, Our Christmas Eve candles glad tidings proclaim. O come, all you faithful, rejoice in this night, as God comes among us, the Christian’s true light.

WORDS OF WELCOME Please be seated

PRAYER OF INVOCATION ... The Rev. Dr. Jean Hunnisett

SCRIPTURE READINGLuke 2:1-14 ... The Rev. Chris MillerIn those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be registered. This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria. All went to their own towns to be registered. Joseph also went from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, because he was descended from the house and family of David. He went to be registered with Mary, to whom he was engaged and who was expecting a child. While they were there, the time

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came for her to deliver her child. And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.In that region there were shepherds living in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. Then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for see—I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign for you: you will find a child wrapped in bands of cloth and lying in a manger.” And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace among those whom he favors!”

CONGREGATIONAL CAROLNo. 64 “O Little Town of Bethlehem” Forest Green

SCRIPTURE READINGPsalm 96O sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, bless his name; tell of his salvation from day to day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples. For great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; he is to be revered above all gods. For all the gods of the peoples are idols, but the Lord made the heavens. Honor and majesty are before him; strength and beauty are in his sanctuary. Ascribe to the Lord, O families of the peoples, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; bring an offering, and come into his courts. Worship the Lord in holy splendor; tremble before him, all the earth. Say among the nations, “The Lord is king! The world is firmly established; it shall never be moved. He will judge the peoples with equity.” Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice; let the sea roar, and all that fills it; let the field exult, and everything in it. Then shall all the trees of the forest sing for joy before the Lord; for he is coming, for he is coming to judge the earth. He will judge the world with righteousness, and the peoples with his truth.

MEDITATION“We need some new music!”

The Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling

THE OFFERING

OFFERTORY ANTHEM choir only

“Still Still Still” arr. Luboff ... Sanctuary ChoirStill, still, still, one can hear the falling snow. For all is hushed, the world is sleeping, holy Star its vigil keeping. Still, still, still, one can hear the falling snow. Sleep, sleep, sleep, ‘tis the eve of our Saviour’s birth. The night is peaceful all around you, close your eyes, let

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sleep surround you. Sleep, sleep, sleep, ‘tis the eve of our Saviour’s birth. Dream, dream, dream, of the joyous day to come. While guardian angels without number, watch you as you sweetly slumber. Dream, dream, dream, of the joyous day to come.

HOLY COMMUNIONTHE INVITATION

PRAYER OF SILENT CONFESSION

THE PEACEMinister: Peace be with you.People: And love to one another!Minister: Christ is in the midst of us!People: He is, and he will be!

PRAYERS OF THANKSGIVING AND CONSECRATION

Minister: Lift up your hearts!People: We lift them up to the Lord!Minister: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.People: It is right to give God thanks and praise.Minister: Blessed are you, gracious God, creator of heaven and earth. In

the mystery of the Word made flesh, you have caused a new light to shine in our hearts to give knowledge of salvation in the face of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

People: Glory be to You, O Lord.Minister: In the fullness of time, you sent your only Son to save us.

Incarnate by the Holy Spirit, born of your favoured one, Mary, sharing our life, he reconciled us to your love.

People: Glory be to You, O Lord.Minister: Now with the whole company of heaven, we lift our voices to

proclaim the glory of your name.Sanctuary Choir “Sanctus” No. 942Minister: And now, Almighty God, we pray you to send your Holy Spirit,

that the bread which we break may be to us communion in the body of Christ, and the cup of blessing which we bless, communion in the blood of Christ; that being built up in love we may be strengthened in the unity of the faith, and come to the fullness of the stature of Christ.

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All: And here, O Lord, in union with our Lord Christ, who gave himself for us and the world and in fellowship with the whole church in heaven and on earth, we offer you ourselves to be a living sacrifice, praying you to accept us with this our worship of praise and thanksgiving. This we ask, trusting in the eternal sacrifice of Jesus Christ our Lord, by whom and with whom, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all honour and glory be unto you, Creator God, world without end. Amen.

THE LORD’S PRAYER say together (VOICES UNITED, P. 921)

THE BREAKING AND POURING OF THE ELEMENTSMinister: The body of our Lord Jesus Christ broken for you.

The blood of our Lord Jesus Christ poured out for you. The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ keep you unto eternal life. The gifts of God for the people of God. Come, for all things are now ready.

Those wishing to receive communion will be ushered to the communion rail where, kneeling, you will receive the elements by dipping the wafer into the communion cup. Gluten-free wafers are available from the ministers; please raise your hand to receive one.

MUSIC DURING COMMUNION choir only

“Thou Shalt Know Him” Sirett “In the Bleak Midwinter” Darke ... Sanctuary Choir

PRAYER AFTER COMMUNIONMinister: Let us all give thanks.

All: God of Bethlehem, with joy we have received these gifts of bread and wine, giving you thanks for Jesus Christ, our peace and our hope. Help us to share the good news that Jesus Christ is born. We pray in the name of the Christ Child. Amen.

BENEDICTION Please stand

RECESSIONAL CAROL Please remain standing No. 67 “Silent Night, Holy Night” Stille Nacht

POSTLUDE“In dulci jubilo” Dietrich Buxtehude ...Stephen Boda, organ

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PARTICIPANTS IN THIS SERVICE:

The Rev. Dr. Andrew Stirling

The Rev. Dr. Jean Hunnisett

The Rev. Chris Miller

Elaine Choi, Director of Music

Stephen Boda, Principal Organist

Craig Thompson: Trumpeter

Chris Reesor: Percussionist

The Sanctuary Choir

The Sanctuary Guild

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CAROLS FOR 9:30 PM“God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen” God rest ye merry, gentlemen let nothing you dismay Remember, Christ, our Saviour was born on Christmas day To save us all from Satan’s power when we were gone astray O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy. O tidings of comfort and joyIn Bethlehem, in Israel, this blessed Babe was born And laid within a manger upon this bless-ed morn The which His Mother Mary did nothing take in scorn O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy. O tidings of comfort and joyFrom God our Heavenly Father a blessed Angel came; And unto certain Shepherds brought tidings of the same: How that in Bethlehem was born the Son of God by Name. O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy. O tidings of comfort and joy“Fear not then,” said the Angel, “Let nothing you affright, This day is born a Saviour of a pure Virgin bright, To free all those who trust in Him from Satan’s power and might.” O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy. O tidings of comfort and joyAnd when they came to Bethlehem where our dear Saviour lay, They found Him in a manger, where oxen feed on hay; His Mother Mary kneeling down, unto the Lord did pray. O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy. O tidings of comfort and joyNow to the Lord sing praises, all you within this place, And with true love and brotherhood each other now embrace; This holy tide of Christmas all other doth deface. O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy. O tidings of comfort and joy.

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“O Holy Night”O holy night! The stars are brightly shining, It is the night of our dear Saviour’s birth. Long lay the world in sin and error pining, Till He appear’d and the soul felt its worth. A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices, For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn.Fall on your knees! O hear the angel voices! O night divine, O night when Christ was born; O night divine, O night, O night Divine.Led by the light of Faith serenely beaming, With glowing hearts by His cradle we stand. So led by light of a star sweetly gleaming, Here come the wise men from the Orient land. The King of Kings lay thus in lowly manger; In all our trials born to be our friend.He knows our need, to our weaknesses no stranger, Behold your King! Before Him lowly bend! Behold your King, Before Him lowly bend!Truly He taught us to love one another; His law is love and His gospel is peace. Chains shall He break for the slave is our brother; And in His name all oppression shall cease. Sweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we, Let all within us praise His holy name.Christ is the Lord! O praise His Name forever, His power and glory evermore proclaim. His power and glory evermore proclaim.

We Three KingsWe three kings of Orient are; Bearing gifts we traverse afar, Field and fountain, moor and mountain, Following yonder star.Refrain: O star of wonder, star of night, Star with royal beauty bright, Westward leading, still proceeding, Guide us to thy perfect light.Born a King on Bethlehem’s plain Gold I bring to crown Him again, King forever, ceasing never, Over us all to reign. RefrainFrankincense to offer have I; Incense owns a Deity nigh; Prayer and praising, voices raising, Worshiping God on high.

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RefrainMyrrh is mine, its bitter perfume Breathes a life of gathering gloom; Sorrowing, sighing, bleeding, dying, Sealed in the stone cold tomb. RefrainGlorious now behold Him arise; King and God and sacrifice; Alleluia!, Alleluia!, Rings through the earth and skies. Refrain

No. 44 “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear” CarolIt came upon the midnight clear, that glorious song of old, from angels bending near the earth, to touch their harps of gold, “Peace on the earth, good will to all, from heaven’s all-gracious King!” The world in solemn stillness lay to hear the angels sing.Still through the cloven skies they come with peaceful wings unfurled; and still their heavenly music floats o’er all the weary world; above its sad and lowly plains they bend on hovering wing, and ever o’er its Babel sounds the blessed angels sing.Yet with the woes of sin and strife the world has suffered long; beneath the angel strain have rolled two thousand years of wrong; and warring humankind hears not the love song which they bring. O hush the noise and cease your strife, and hear the angels sing.For, lo! the days are hastening on, by prophets seen of old, when with the ever-circling years shall come the time foretold, when peace shall over all the earth its ancient splendours fling, and the whole world send back the song which now the angels sing.

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“Mary Did You Know” Mary, did you know That your baby boy will one day walk on water? Did you know That your baby boy will save our sons and daughters? Did you know That your baby boy has come to make you new? This child that you’ve delivered Will soon deliver youMary, did you know That your baby boy will give sight to a blind man? Did you know That your baby boy will calm a storm with his hand? Did you know That your baby boy has walked where angels trod? And when you kiss your little boy You’ve kissed the face of godMary, did you know? The blind will see The deaf will hear And the dead will live again The lame will leap The dumb will speak The praises of the lambMary, did you know That your baby boy is lord of all creation? Did you know That your baby boy will one day rules the nations? Did you know That your baby boy is heavens perfect lamb? This sleeping child you’re holding Is the great I am

“White Christmas”I‘m dreaming of a white Christmas Just like the ones I used to know Where the treetops glisten, and children listen To hear sleigh bells in the snowI’m dreaming of a white Christmas With every Christmas card I write May your days be merry and bright And may all your Christmases be white

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No. 48 “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” MendelssohnHark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King, peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled!” Joyful, all ye nations, rise, join the triumph of the skies; with the angelic hosts proclaim, “Christ is born in Bethlehem!”Refrain: Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King!”Christ, by highest heaven adored, Christ, the everlasting Lord, late in time behold him come, offspring of a virgin’s womb. Veiled in flesh the Godhead see; hail the incarnate deity. pleased with us in flesh to dwell, Jesus, our Emmanuel! RefrainHail, the heaven-born Prince of Peace! Hail, the Sun of Righteousness! Light and life to all he brings, risen with healing in his wings. Mild he lays his glory by, born that we no more may die, born to raise us from the earth, born to give us second birth. Refrain