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Christmas Eve December 24, 2011, 7:00 p.m.

Church of the Holy Trinity, Guildwood 85 Livingston Road Scarborough, Ontario M1E 1K7 www.trinityguildwood.homestead.com Find us on Facebook: Church of the Holy Trinity (Guildwood) email: [email protected] 416 261 9503

The Rev. Stephen Kirkegaard, Incumbent 3 Welcome to Holy Trinity, Guildwood

At Holy Trinity, Guildwood, we welcome all who come to worship with us. Though we are people of diverse background, lifestyle, and opinion, we are one in our desire to follow Jesus Christ. We seek to live as diversity in unity, offering a community in which we can all grow together as one Body: God’s Church. We hope the order of service will help you find your way, but feel free to ask your neighbour for help. Hymns can be found in the blue hymnal “Common Praise”. We are truly pleased that you have chosen to worship with us.

Holy Communion: All are welcome in this church and at this altar. All baptized persons, including children, are invited to receive the bread and wine at Christ’s table. Those not receiving communion may wish to receive a blessing. Simply cross your hands over your chest to indicate you are not receiving communion. The Anglican Church supports the ancient use of the common cup. Those receiving the chalice are asked to assist the chalice bearer by grasping the cup at the base and guiding the cup to their lips. For health purposes the practice of intinction, dipping the bread into the wine, is discouraged. If you do not wish to drink from the common cup, please feel free to receive the bread only. Simply cross your hands over your chest when the chalice bearer passes by to indicate you do not wish the wine. The ancient teaching is that the whole Christ is received whether one receives only the consecrated bread or both bread and wine.

Children are always welcome. They may want to stay upstairs in the church for worship or go into the lobby/Narthex area with a parent/caregiver. On Sundays, children are welcome to take part in the Sunday School program available downstairs during the 10:30 service. Parents are always invited to join us for some or all of the time downstairs. There will be no Sunday School on Sunday, December 25 or January 1. For more information contact Patricia Eastman, Sunday School Co-ordinator (416) 261-7300, [email protected]. The Greeters or Sidespeople will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

2 Christmas Eve December 24, 2011, 7:00 p.m. Celebration of the Holy Eucharist

Welcome Announcements Presider Almighty God, All to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hidden. Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our Lord. Amen. Silence The Gathering of the Community Processional Hymn #118 – O Come, All Ye Faithful Adeste Fideles 1. O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant, O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem: come and behold him, born the king of angels; Refrain O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord. 2. God of God, Light of Light, lo, he abhors not the virgins womb, very God, begotten not created: Refrain 3. Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation, sing, all ye citizens of heaven above; glory to God in the highest: Refrain 4. See how the shepherds, summoned to his cradle, leaving their flocks, draw nigh with lowly fear; we too will thither bend our joyful footsteps; Refrain 5. Yea, Lord we greet thee, born this happy morning; Jesus, to thee be glory given; Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing: Refrain 3 The Blessing of the Crib Presider Welcome all wonders in one sight! Eternity shut in a span. Summer in winter, Day in night, Heaven on earth, and God in man. Great little one whose all-embracing birth Brings earth to heaven, stoops heaven to earth. Dear friends, as we meet to celebrate the birth of Christ, let us pray that God will bless this crib, that all who worship his Son, born of the Virgin Mary, may come to share his life in glory. God, our Father, on this night your Son Jesus Christ was born of the Virgin Mary for us and for our salvation; bless this crib which we have prepared to celebrate that holy birth; may all who see it be strengthened in faith, and receive the fullness of life he came to bring; who is alive and reigns for ever. Amen. The Greeting Presider The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with you all. People And also with you.

Glory to God – #702 Refrain Glory to God in the highest, and peace to his people on earth. Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory. Refrain

4 Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy upon us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer. Refrain For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen. Refrain

Presider Let us pray in the peace of this Christmas celebration that our joy in the birth of Christ will last forever. (The congregation, while standing, prays in silence) 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 splendor of your heavenly glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

The Proclamation of the Word – (please sit for the readings) Reader A Reading from the Book of Isaiah (9:2-7). At the conclusion of the reading, the reader says, “The word of the Lord.” People Thanks be to God. Gospel Hallelujah #324 (please stand) Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah Presider The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Presider The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. People Glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

5 The Holy Gospel Luke 2:1-20 At the conclusion of the Gospel the Presider says, “The Gospel of Christ.” People Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Sermon The Rev. Stephen Kirkegaard Silence for reflection

Our Response to the Word The Prayers of the People (please kneel or sit) (In joy and humility let us pray to the creator of the universe, saying, “Lord, grant us peace.”) By the good news of our salvation brought to Mary by the angel, hear us, O Lord. People Lord, grant us peace. By the mystery of the Word made flesh, hear us, O Lord. People Lord, grant us peace. By the birth in time of the timeless Son of God, hear us, O Lord. People Lord, grant us peace. By the manifestation of the King of glory to the shepherds and magi, hear us, O Lord. People Lord, grant us peace. By the submission of the maker of the world to Mary and Joseph of Nazareth, hear us, O Lord. People Lord, grant us peace.

The Peace (please stand) Presider The Prince of Peace lives with us. Let us share that peace with one another. The peace of Christ be always with you. People And also with you. The ministers and people greet one another in the name of the Lord.

6 The Celebration of the Holy Eucharist The Preparation of the Gifts All stand. During the hymn, offerings of the people are received and presented, and the bread and wine are brought forward. Offertory Hymn #139 – The First Nowell The First Nowell 1. The first nowell the angel did say was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay, in fields where they lay keeping their sheep on a cold winter’s night that was so deep. Refrain Nowell, nowell, nowell, nowell born is the King of Israel. 2. They looked up and saw a star, shining in the east, beyond them far; and to the earth it gave great light, and so it continued both day and night. Refrain 3. And by the light of that same star shining in the east, beyond them far; and to the earth it gave great light, and to follow the star wherever it went. Refrain 4. This star drew nigh to the northwest; o’er Bethlehem it took its rest, and there it did both stop and stay, right over the place where Jesus lay. Refrain 5. Then entered in those wise men three, full reverently upon their knee, and offered there in his presence their gold and myrrh and frankincense. Refrain 6. Then let us all with one accord sing praises to our heavenly Lord, who has made heaven and earth of nought, and with is blood salvation bought. Refrain

7 The Prayer over the Gifts (please remain standing) 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. The Great Thanksgiving Presider The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Presider Lift up your hearts. People We lift them to the Lord. Presider Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People It is right to give our thanks and praise. Presider We give you thanks and praise, almighty God through your beloved Son, Jesus Christ, our Saviour and Redeemer. He is your living Word, through whom you have created all things. By the power of the Holy Spirit he took flesh of the Virgin Mary and shared our human nature. He lived and died as one of us, to reconciled us to you, the God and Father of all. In fulfillment of your will he stretched out his hands in suffering, to bring release to those who place their hope in you; and so he won for you a holy people. He chose to bear our griefs and sorrows, and to give up his life on the cross, that he might shatter the chains of evil and death, and banish the darkness of sin and despair. By his resurrection he brings us into the light of your presence.

8 Now with all creation we raise our voices to proclaim the glory of your name. Holy, holy, holy Lord. (Music: Common Praise 732) God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Presider Holy and gracious God, accept our praise, through your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ; who on the night he was handed over to suffering and death, took bread and gave you thanks, saying, “Take, and eat: this is my body which is broken for you.” In the same way he took the cup, saying, “This is my blood which is shed for you. When you do this, you do it in memory of me.” Remembering, therefore, his death and resurrection, we offer you this bread and this cup, giving thanks that you have made us worthy to stand in your presence and serve you. We ask you to send your Holy Spirit upon the offering of your holy Church. Gather into one all who share in these sacred mysteries, filling them with the Holy Spirit and confirming their faith in the truth, that together we may praise you and give you glory through your Servant, Jesus Christ. All glory and honour are yours, Father and Son, with the Holy Spirit. In the holy church, now and for ever. People Amen.

9 The Lord’s Prayer Presider As our Saviour taught us, let us pray, All Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen. The Breaking of the Bread Presider We break the bread of life, and that life is the light of the world. All God here among us, light in the midst of us, bring us to light and life. Presider The gifts of God for the people of God. People Thanks be to God. The Communion Lamb of God #745 Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world: Grant us peace, grant us peace.

Communion Hymns: #126 – Away in a Manger Cradle Song 1. Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, the little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head. The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay, the little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.

10 2. The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes, but little Lord Jesus, no crying he makes. I love you, Lord Jesus – look down from on high and stay by my side until morning is nigh. 3. Be near me, Lord Jesus; I ask you to stay close by me forever and love me, I pray. Bless all the dear children in your tender care, and fit us for heaven to live with you there. #119 – Silent Night Stille Nacht 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, 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 Saviour is born, Christ the Saviour 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. Jesus, Lord at thy birth.

Hymn #148 – See Amid the Winter’s Snow See Amid the Winter’s Snow 1. See amid the winter’s snow, born for us on earth below, see, the tender Lamb appears, promised from eternal years! Refrain (in harmony) Hail, thou ever blessed morn! Hail, redemption’s happy dawn! Sing through all Jerusalem: Christ is born in Bethlehem. 2. Lo, within a manger lies he who built the starry skies, who enthroned in height sublime sits amid the cherubim. Refrain 3. Say, ye holy shepherds, say what your joyful news today; wherefore have he left your sheep on the lonely mountain steep? Refrain 4. “As we watched at dead of night, lo, we saw a wondrous light; angels, singing, ‘Peace on earth’ told us of the Saviour’s birth.” Refrain

11 5. Sacred infant, all divine, what a mighty love was thine, thus to come from highest bliss down to such a world as this! Refrain Anthem: The Present Robert Reid

Sending Forth the Community Prayer after Communion (please stand) 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. Presider Glory to God, All 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. Children’s Time Anthem: Is There Room at the Manger for Me? Mary Kay Beall Is there room for me at the manger? Like a child I am yearning to see the great king who they say will be born here. Is there room at the manger for me? Is there room for me at the manger? I have hardened my heart ‘till today. If it’s really God’s Son in the manger, would he hear me if I were to pray? Is there room at the manger for sinners? Is there room for someone who’s poor? Is there room for the person who’s lonely and lost who might knock at the stable door?

12 Is there room for me at the manger? Could I just kneel and look at his face? If the promise is true, could he make my life new? Is there room? Any room? Is there room at the manger for me?

Recessional Hymn #154 – Joy to the World Antioch 1. Joy to the world! The Lord is come: let earth receive the King; let every heart prepare him room, and heaven and nature sing, and heaven and nature sing, and heaven and heaven and nature sing. 2. Joy to the earth! The Saviour reigns: let us glad songs employ, while fields and floods, rocks, hills, and plains repeat the sounding joy, repeat the sounding joy, repeat, repeat the sounding joy. 3. No more let wrongs and sorrows grow, nor thorns infest the ground; he comes to make his blessings flow far as our sin is found, far as our sin is found, far as, far as our sin is found. 4. He rules the world with truth and grace, and makes the nations prove the glories of his righteousness and wonders of his love, and wonders of his love, and wonders, wonders of his love.

The Blessing Presider May the eagerness of the shepherds the joy of the angels, The love of Joseph and Mary, and the peace of the Christ-child Be yours this Christmas. And the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, be among you and remain with you always. Amen.

The Dismissal Presider Go in the peace of the Christ-child. All Thanks be to God.

13 Memorial Flowers for Christmas

Given By: In Loving Memory of: Luciene Bailey Parents and Nephew Penny Case Trent Case The Henley Family Nadia Yakimowich Diane Hickman Robert Hickman The Knautz Family Frank Knautz, Joseph & Josephine Knautz and Canon & Gladys James Gloria Lee Martin Lee Nancy Mills & Sisters Maureen & Marilyn Their Parents, Arlene & Howard Clarke Nancy Mills Loved Ones of the Galbraith, Clarke, Judge and Mills Families Peter & Karen Price John & Irene Price

In Memory of Loved Ones Gerard & Judy Baribeau Brenda & Don Cooper Chris Cooper Robin & Peggy Denman Glenis Emmett Dave & Judy Hardy Shirley Hodgins Nancy & Warren Lees Esther Tilley

And Also by: Patricia Eastman in thanks for the blessings of family & friends

Chris, Daphne & Julia Hamill in celebration of the lives that have touched ours

And in Loving Memory of Una Mawson from all her friends at Holy Trinity Guildwood

14 Announcements

Thank you to all who have contributed so much to the beauty and richness of our celebration of the Christmas season: Peggy Wong and the choir, the altar guild, lay assistants, communion ministers and readers, Rachael Boles and DramaWorks, St. Nicholas, Patricia Eastman and the Church School, Sharon Trivers and Outreach, hospitality and fellowship leaders, and greeters.

The Gift of a Christmas Offering We would be pleased to issue you a tax receipt for any offering of $10 or more. For your convenience a Christmas offering envelope has been included with this bulletin. Please be sure your name and address are on the envelope or cheque so that we can mail your receipt to you. It is your support that allows Holy Trinity’s ministry to continue to grow.

The office will be closed December 26-January 4. Stephen will be away December 26-January 7.

15 Assisting in Worship this Evening are: Presider...... The Rev. Stephen Kirkegaard Lay Assistants...... Peter Mathews, Peter Harris, Chris Cooper Chalice...... Cathy Mathews, Vivien Harris Reader...... Patricia Eastman, Patricia Murray Altar Guild ...... Penny Case, Pat Every Daphne Hamill, Janet Tangness, Marie Gilbart Sidespersons...... Don Sinclair, Chris Hamill Welcome...... Chris Hamill, Patricia Eastman Organist...... Peggy Wong

Please join us for Christmas Day Worship – December 25, 10:00 a.m.

How to contact us Incumbent The Reverend Stephen Kirkegaard 416 261 9503 – church; (416 266 8386 – home) email: [email protected] Honourary Assistant The Rev. Dr. Harold E. Shepherd Parish Administrator Judy Baribeau – 416 261 9503 – church email: [email protected] Parish Nurse Vivien Harris (416 703 5433) Wardens Linda Epping (416 267 3635); Karen Price (416 281 1268) Property Flo Schwerdtner (416 284 6269)