Christmas Eve, 11:00pm - December 24, 2019

Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE  INCLUSIVE  CREATIVE  DOWNTOWN

 Holy Eucharist: Rite II  Christmas Eve 

December 24, 2019

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Musical Prelude 10:30pm Eucharist 11:00pm

A Christmas Blessing Joyce Rupp, Out of the Ordinary

May there be harmony in all your relationships.

May sharp words, envious thoughts, and hostile feelings be dissolved.

May you give and receive love generously.

May this love echo in your heart like the joy of church bells on a clear December day.

May each person who comes into your life be greeted as another Christ.

May the honor given to the Babe of Bethlehem be that which you extend to every guest who enters your presence.

May the hope of this holy season settle in your soul.

May it be a foundation of courage for you when times of distress occupy your inner land.

May the wonder and awe that fills the eyes of children be awakened within you.

May it lead to renewed awareness and appreciation of whatever you too easily take for granted.

May the bonds of love for one another be strengthened as you gather around the table of festivity and nourishment.

May you daily open the gift of your life and be grateful for the hidden treasures it contains.

May the coming year be one of good health for you.

May you have energy and vitality.

May you care well for your body, mind and spirit.

May you keep your eye on the Star within you and trust this luminescent presence to guide and direct you each day.

May you often go to the Bethlehem of your heart and visit the One who offers you peace.

May you bring peace into this world.

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Welcome to Trinity and to this special time when we gather to celebrate the birth of Jesus; the in-breaking of new life and new hope in our lives and in the world.

Everything needed for this service is printed in this bulletin. Whether you are visiting or a member, please know that you are welcome in this place.

Come let us adore him.

Merry Christmas,

Lisa

10:30 pm Musical Prelude Still, Still, Still…………………………………………………………………….arr. Norman Ludolf Canterbury Choir

Ave Maria…………………………………………………………………………………..Franz Biebl Soloist - David Breen: Jobst Choral Scholar

When They Saw the Star………………………………………………………………..Lanny Wolfe Soloist – Nate Leonard: Director of Music & the Arts

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas………………………………………………Hugh Martin Soloist – Trevor Gill-Snow: Canterbury Choir High School Student Messiah Excerpts………………………………………………………………………….G.F. Handel No. 15 No. 16 No. 17 No. 18

And the Angel Said Unto Them And Suddenly Glory to God Rejoice Greatly

(Chelsie Cree, soloist) (Chelsie Cree, soloist) (Canterbury Choir) (Chelsie Cree, soloist)

Gloria………………………………………………………………………………Antonio Vivaldi Canterbury Choir

A special Thank You to the Orchestra!

Adam Murphy, Violin Carly Rockenhauser, Violin Kalindi Bellach, Viola

Kaleb Ringler, Cello Joe Mushenheim, Trumpet

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Processional Song (Please stand as you are able.)

O Come, All Ye Faithful

1982 Hymnal #83

Words: John Francis Wade (1711-1786); tr. Frederick Oakeley (1802-1880) and others Music: Adeste fideles, present form of melody att. John Francis Wade (1711-1786); harm. The English Hymnal, 1906

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Welcome Celebrant: People:

Blessed be God: Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer.

And blessed be God’s kingdom, now and forever. Amen.

Collect of the Day Celebrant: People:

Celebrant:

(from Prayers for an Inclusive Church)

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray. God of David’s fragile house of hope and expectation: in the time of empires, your word is born to those who have no place and sung to those who watch in the wild; may his birth unsettle our world with hidden glory and untold peace; through Jesus Christ, the Child of Promise. Amen.

(Please be seated for the Lessons.)

The First Lesson Reader:

Isaiah 9:2-7

A reading from Isaiah.

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. You have multiplied the nation; you have increased its joy; they rejoice before you as with joy at the harvest, as people exult when dividing plunder. For the yoke of their burden, and the bar across their shoulders, the rod of their oppressor, you have broken as on the day of Midian. For all the boots of the tramping warriors and all the garments rolled in blood shall be burned as fuel for the fire.

For a child has been born for us, a son given to us; authority rests upon his shoulders; and he is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His authority shall grow continually, and there shall be endless peace for the throne of David and his kingdom. He will establish and uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time onward and forevermore. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will do this.

Reader: People:

Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People.

Thanks be to God.

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Psalm

Sing to the Lord a New Song

Based on Psalm 96

The congregation is invited to join in the singing of the Psalm.

The Second Lesson Reader:

Titus 2:11-14

A reading from Titus.

For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all, training us to renounce impiety and worldly passions, and in the present age to live lives that are self-controlled, upright, and godly, while we wait for the blessed hope and the manifestation of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. He it is who gave himself for us that he might redeem us from all iniquity and purify for himself a people of his own who are zealous for good deeds.

Reader: People:

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

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Gradual

Hark the Herald Angels Sing

1982 Hymnal #87

Words: Charles Wesley (1707-1788), alt. Music: Mendelssohn, Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) Adapt. William H. Cummings (1831-1915)

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The Gospel

Luke 2: 1-14

(Please stand as you are able.)

Officiant: People:

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke.

Glory to you, Lord Christ.

In 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 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!"

Officiant: People:

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The Sermon

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

Prayers of the People (Please stand as you are able.)

Intercessor: People: Intercessor: People: Intercessor: People:

On this holy night, Christians the world over celebrate Jesus’ birth. Open our hearts that he may be born in us today.

Lord in your mercy.

Hear our prayer.

On this holy night, there was no room for your Son in the inn. Protect with your love those who have no home and all who live in poverty.

Lord in your mercy.

Hear our prayer.

On this holy night, Mary in the pain of labor brought your Son to birth.

Hold in your hand all who are in pain or distress.

Lord in your mercy.

Hear our prayer.

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Intercessor:

People: Intercessor: People: Intercessor: People: Intercessor: People: Intercessor:

People: Intercessor:

People: Celebrant: People:

On this holy night, your Christ came as a light shining in the darkness.

Bring comfort to all who have experienced grief and loss, in the hope of heaven.

Lord in your mercy.

Hear our prayer.

On this holy night, shepherds in the field heard good tidings of joy. Give us grace to preach the gospel of Christ's redemption.

Lord in your mercy.

Hear our prayer.

On this holy night, the angels sang 'Peace to God's people on earth'.

Strengthen those who work for peace and justice in all the world.

Lord in your mercy.

Hear our prayer.

On this holy night, strangers found the Holy Family, and saw the baby lying in the manger. Bless our homes and all whom we love.

Lord in your mercy.

Hear our prayer.

On this holy night, heaven is come down to earth, and earth is raised to heaven. Keep in safety all those who have gone through death in the hope of heaven.

Lord in your mercy.

Hear our prayer.

On this holy night, angels and shepherds worshipped at the manger throne. Receive the worship we offer in fellowship with the Blessed Mary and all the saints.

Lord in your mercy.

Hear our prayer.

Merciful God, accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Savior Jesus Christ.

Amen.

The Peace Celebrant: People:

The peace of the Lord be always with you.

And also with you.

Announcements

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Liturgy of the Table

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Offertory Sentence Offertory

Little Drummer Boy

Pentatonix

(Jobst Choral Scholars)

The great Thanksgiving

BCP Eucharistic Prayer A

God

Celebrant continues… …Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name: 10

Sanctus

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord

1982 Hymnal #S129

The Celebrant continues: Holy and gracious Lord: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Creator of all.

He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself, in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world.

On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith,

Celebrant and People: Christ has died.

Christ is risen.

Christ will come again.

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The Celebrant continues We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O God, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts.

Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.

All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, O God, now and for ever. AMEN.

The Lord’s Prayer As our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say: 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.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Fraction Celebrant: People:

We break this bread to share in the Body of Christ.

We who are many are one body, for we all share in the one bread.

Invitation to Communion Celebrant:

The Gifts of God for the people of God; holy food for holy people.

(Please be seated until you are invited to come forward to receive communion.)

We welcome ALL to come forward to receive Communion as a sign of God’s love in and for our lives.

To receive the bread (or gluten-free wafer), please put your hands together, palms up. To receive the non-alcoholic wine, you may either drink directly from the cup or dip the bread in the cup before eating. If you are unable to come forward and wish to have Communion brought to you, please inform a greeter.

Communion Music

Sheep May Safely Graze

J.S. Bach

(Orchestra)

O Holy Night (Nate Leonard, pianist) 12

Adolphe Adam

The Post Communion Prayer

(Please stand as you are able.)

Almighty and ever-living God, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of your Son, and heirs of your eternal kingdom.

And now, Creator, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love and to serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and forever. Amen.

Passing the Light of Christ We will share the light of Christ at this time.

Once your candle has been lit, please pass the light to your neighbor.

Candle Lighting Hymn

Silent Night, Holy Night 1.) 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.

2.) Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight, glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing alleluia; Christ, the Savior, is born!

3.) 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.

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1982 Hymnal #111

A Christmas Blessing

adapted by Howard Thurman

When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and princes are home, when the shepherds are back with the flocks, then the work of Christmas begins: -to find the lost, -to heal those broken in spirit, -to feed the hungry, -to release the oppressed, -to rebuild the nations, -to bring peace among all peoples, -to make a little music with the heart…

And to radiate the Light of Christ, every day, in every way, in all that we do and in all that we say.

Let the work of Christmas begin!

May the rain fall off your shoulders when you’re caught in a storm.

When the frost comes a callin’ may it find you safe and warm.

May your place be set, and may your promises be kept.

And may you never forget that you are loved.

Sending Song

Joy to the World

Dismissal Celebrant: People:

Go in peace to love and serve the Lord!

Thanks be to God!

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CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS From

In memory / in honor of

Jason and Courtney Rahe

Hunter Paul Rahe

Keith Sparrow and Sue Smitley

Family and friends

Mary Beroske

Jayson Beroske, Jan and Larry Gardner, & Marie and Roy Johnston

Becky Koskinen and Kelly Termin

Virginia & Neil Pugh, and Jared Gilts

Alice Todd

Helen May and Virlynn Rex

Bobbie Finn-Will

Helen Finn

Sherre Owens Smith

The Beauty of the Earth

Jolene Miller and Donna Steppe

Susan Lowrey, Esther Behnke, Carol Ebert, and Lois Stang

Wayne North and Dave Bingham

Wayne and Grace North & Edgar and Ruth Bingham

Marcia O’Connor

Pat O’Connor, Jake Childers, Daisy Hoffman, and Shirley Childers

Jane & Reuben Bueche

John Hendricks Sr., Mabel Hendricks, and John Hendricks Jr.

Chuck and Gail Abood

Charles and Alice Abood

Gary Franklin

Robert V. and Kathryn Franklin, Mayo and Reba Harris, & Paul F. Penn

Vickie and Kevin Kuhr & Kyle Kuhr and Morgan Tansel

Paul C. Schlachter & Gerald and Gloria Kuhr

Terry Kahler

William and Betty Kahler and Francis Mathews

Karen and George Keune

David Perdeau

Jane Gemmill

My Children and Grandchildren

Lucy, Brian and John Russell

Bruce Russell

Stanley and Sandra Corfman-Johnson

Our wonderful Trinity Family

Kyle and Hugh Grefe

Rev. and Mrs. Robert E. Grefe, and Ginny and Gene Bishop & Jackson, Lauren, Ellie, Abbie, and Gabe.

Fritz and Susan Hany

Dr. Donald and Joan Loeffler, and Mrs. Shirley Hany 15

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Parish Staff The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector Nate Leonard, Director of Music & the Arts Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Lynzi Miller, Next to New Manager & Communications Coordinator Nick Zurawski, Sexton Copyright Info:

All printed music from The Hymnal 1982, Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing, My Heart Sings Out, Wonder, Love, and Praise was used by permission through purchase of riteseries.org.

All other printed music is used by permission through purchase of CCLI #11294600 All printed music from Gather was used by permission through purchase of onelicense.net License # A-700000 “A Christmas Blessing” – Joyce Rupp, Out of the Ordinary Opening Collect from: Prayers for an Inclusive Church by Steven Shakespeare, 2009 Readings from: lesson texts of the Episcopal (TEC) Eucharistic Lectionary; lectionarypage.net, 2019 The Great Thanksgiving & a standard version of the Lord’s Prayer from: Book of Common Prayer, 1977

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Sending Song

Joy to the World

1982 Hymnal #100