Christmas Eve Lessons and Carols Decemeber 24, 2020 | 7:30 Pm

Illustration by Peter Malone from How Many Miles to Bethlehem?

Christmas Eve Lessons and Carols Decemeber 24, 2020 | 7:30 pm

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All music and words reprinted, recorded and livestreamed by permission under OneLicense.net, License #A-708196 and CCLI #11415391. CAROL Silent Night, Holy Night Joy to the World ORDER OF WORSHIP Angels We Have Heard on High Once in Royal David’s City LESSONS AND CAROLS CAROL CAROL A CHRISTMAS STATEMENT OF FAITH FROM LATIN AMERICA Julia Wirth, Song Leader Nora Hess, LillieThomasett, Connor Wilkerson, PRELUDE Once in Royal David’s City J. Phillips THE FIRST LESSON Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 Calvin Hardy Once in royal David's city stood a lowly cattle shed, Members of Congregational Bells The Messiah’s birth is foretold by the prophet Isaiah. where a mother laid her baby in a manger for his bed: I believe in Jesus Christ and in the power of the gospel, begun in Bethlehem. Susan Wilkinson, Susan Brinks, Amy Voida, Mary was that mother mild, Jesus Christ her little Child. I believe in the One whose spirit glori ed a small village, Charlotte Corbridge, Julie Griﬃtts, Lisa Birnbaum, HYMN O Come, O Come Emmanuel of whose coming shepherds saw the sign, and for whom there was no room at the inn. Steve Voida, Kim Kanas, Melody Fuller O come, O come Emmanuel, Christ came down to earth from heaven, love incarnate for us all, I believe in the One whose life changed the course of history, and ransom captive Israel and his shelter was a stable, and his cradle was a stall; over whom the rulers of the earth had no power, WELCOME AND BIDDING PRAYER Rev. Christina Braudaway-Bauman That mourns in lonely exile here, with the poor, the scorned, the lowly, lived on earth our Savior holy. and who was not understood by the proud. BENEDICTION until the Child of God appear. CAROL O Come, All Ye Faithful And our eyes at last shall see him through his own redeeming love; I believe in the One through whom the oppressed, the discouraged, Rejoice! Rejoice! POSTLUDE Joy To the World D. Cherwien Emmanuel shall come to you, O Israel. For that child who seemed so helpless lives and reigns in heaven above; the aicted, the sick, the blind, and the injured found welcome. And he leads his children on to the place where he is gone. I believe in the One who—with love—changed the hearts of the proud O come, desire of Nations, bind and with His life showed that it is better to serve than to be served, all peoples in one heart and mind; A CHRISTMAS WORD Chris Braudaway-Bauman and that the greatest joy is in giving your life for others. Make envy, strife, and quarrels cease; I believe in peace, which is not the absence of war, Christmas Lullaby J. Rutter ll the whole world with heaven’s peace. ANTHEM but justice among all people and nations and love among all. Members of the Chancel Choir Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to you, O Israel. I believe in reconciliation, forgiveness, and the transforming power of the gospel. Clear in the darkness, a light shines in Bethlehem I believe that Christmas is strength and power, and that this world can change, Angels are singing, their sound lls the air THE SECOND LESSON Luke 1:26-33, 38 Linda Kowatch if with humility and faith, we kneel before the manger. Wise men have journeyed to greet their Messiah The angel Gabriel tells Mary she will bear a child. I believe that I must be the rst one to do so. But only a mother and baby lie there ANTHEM The Virgin’s Slumber Song M. Rege Jill von Trebra, 1st soprano, Sarah Beatty, 2nd soprano, Refrain Ave Maria, Ave Maria OUR GIFTS FOR THE CHRIST CHILD Janet Menson-Reynolds, alto, Jim Winﬁeld piano Hear the soft lullaby the angel hosts sing Ave Maria, ave Maria DUET Dona Nobis Pacem Arr. Yo-yo Ma Madonna and Child: Carlo Dolci, 1642, Botticelli 1485, Giuseppe Maria Crespi, 1720-1725, Maiden and mother of Jesus our King Cellos: Rebecca Flintoft, Amy Voida Frank Wesley, JESUS MAFA: Cameroon, Africa, 1973, Harmonia Rosales. With gratitude to Mark Meyer for assistance in selecting art. Where are his courtiers and who are his people? Why does he bear neither sceptre nor crown? PROCLAMATION John 1:1-5 9, 14 Rev. Pedro Silva THE THIRD LESSON Luke 2:1-7 Deborah Voss Shepherds his courtiers, the poor for his people John gives witness to the mystery of the incarnation. SILENCE The birth of the babe in Bethlehem With peace as his sceptre and love for his crown. Refrain CAROLS Hark the Herald Angels Sing DUET Wexford Carol arr. Yo-yo Ma Rebecca Flintoft, Kajsa Teitelbaum What though your treasures are not gold or incense? Lay them before him with hearts full of love Praise to the Christ child, and praise to his mother THE FOURTH LESSON Luke 2: 8-14 Ginger Johnson Who bore us a Savior by grace from above An angel tells the shepherds of the birth. Refrain

THE SIXTH LESSON Matthew 2:1-5, 9-11 Karen Cumbo The magi are led by a star to Jesus.

ANTHEM Casabel S. T. Nelson Melody Fuller, Susan Wilkinson, Susan Brinks, Amy Voida, Kim Kanas, Charlotte Corbridge, Lisa Birnbaum, Julie Griﬃtts, Steve Voida THE FIFTH LESSON Luke 2:15-20 Charley Rastle The shepherds go to the manger.

THE SIXTH LESSON Matthew 2:1-5, 9-11 Karen Cumbo The magi are led by a star to Jesus.

CAROL Silent Night, Holy Night Joy to the World ORDER OF WORSHIP Angels We Have Heard on High Once in Royal David’s City LESSONS AND CAROLS CAROL CAROL A CHRISTMAS STATEMENT OF FAITH FROM LATIN AMERICA Julia Wirth, Song Leader Nora Hess, LillieThomasett, Connor Wilkerson, Joy to the World, the Lord is come! He rules the world with truth and grace, PRELUDE Once in Royal David’s City J. Phillips THE FIRST LESSON Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 Calvin Hardy Once in royal David's city stood a lowly cattle shed, Let earth receive her King; and makes the nations prove Members of Congregational Bells The Messiah’s birth is foretold by the prophet Isaiah. where a mother laid her baby in a manger for his bed: I believe in Jesus Christ and in the power of the gospel, begun in Bethlehem. let every heart prepare him room, the glories of his righteousness, Susan Wilkinson, Susan Brinks, Amy Voida, Mary was that mother mild, Jesus Christ her little Child. I believe in the One whose spirit glori ed a small village, and heaven and nature sing, and wonders of his love, Charlotte Corbridge, Julie Griffitts, Lisa Birnbaum, HYMN O Come, O Come Emmanuel of whose coming shepherds saw the sign, and for whom there was no room at the inn. and heaven and nature sing, and wonders of his love, Steve Voida, Kim Kanas, Melody Fuller O come, O come Emmanuel, Christ came down to earth from heaven, love incarnate for us all, I believe in the One whose life changed the course of history, and heaven and heaven, and nature sing. and wonders, wonders, of his love. and ransom captive Israel and his shelter was a stable, and his cradle was a stall; over whom the rulers of the earth had no power, WELCOME AND BIDDING PRAYER Rev. Christina Braudaway-Bauman That mourns in lonely exile here, with the poor, the scorned, the lowly, lived on earth our Savior holy. and who was not understood by the proud. BENEDICTION until the Child of God appear. CAROL O Come, All Ye Faithful And our eyes at last shall see him through his own redeeming love; I believe in the One through whom the oppressed, the discouraged, Rejoice! Rejoice! POSTLUDE Joy To the World D. Cherwien Emmanuel shall come to you, O Israel. For that child who seemed so helpless lives and reigns in heaven above; the aicted, the sick, the blind, and the injured found welcome. And he leads his children on to the place where he is gone. I believe in the One who—with love—changed the hearts of the proud and with His life showed that it is better to serve than to be served, O come, desire of Nations, bind YOUR GIVING A CHRISTMAS WORD Chris Braudaway-Bauman and that the greatest joy is in giving your life for others. all peoples in one heart and mind; In this time when we are physically apart, the ministry of the church continues. Thank you for the ways we Make envy, strife, and quarrels cease; I believe in peace, which is not the absence of war, support each other. To make a payment on your pledge or a contribution to the church, you may: ANTHEM Christmas Lullaby J. Rutter ll the whole world with heaven’s peace. but justice among all people and nations and love among all. Members of the Chancel Choir Rejoice! Rejoice! Write a check to the church and mail it to First Congregational Church Boulder, 1128 Pine St. Boulder, CO 80302 Emmanuel shall come to you, O Israel. I believe in reconciliation, forgiveness, and the transforming power of the gospel. Clear in the darkness, a light shines in Bethlehem I believe that Christmas is strength and power, and that this world can change, To pay electronically, sign in to your account in Realm,the church’s database, where you may make an ACH Angels are singing, their sound lls the air THE SECOND LESSON Luke 1:26-33, 38 Linda Kowatch if with humility and faith, we kneel before the manger. payment from your bank account or contribute by credit card. Wise men have journeyed to greet their Messiah The angel Gabriel tells Mary she will bear a child. I believe that I must be the rst one to do so. But only a mother and baby lie there Or contribute by Text-to-Give by texting to 73256 with the message joy2givefcc ANTHEM The Virgin’s Slumber Song M. Rege Jill von Trebra, 1st soprano, Sarah Beatty, 2nd soprano, Refrain Ave Maria, Ave Maria OUR GIFTS FOR THE CHRIST CHILD Hear the soft lullaby the angel hosts sing Janet Menson-Reynolds, alto, Jim Winfield piano 2020 CHRISTMAS EVE OFFERING Ave Maria, ave Maria DUET Dona Nobis Pacem Arr. Yo-yo Ma Each year, at the recommendation of our Board of Missions and Christian Social Action, First Congregational Madonna and Child: Carlo Dolci, 1642, Botticelli 1485, Giuseppe Maria Crespi, 1720-1725, Maiden and mother of Jesus our King Cellos: Rebecca Flintoft, Amy Voida Church of Boulder selects at least two organizations to receive 100% of our Christmas Eve offerings. This year we Frank Wesley, JESUS MAFA: Cameroon, Africa, 1973, Harmonia Rosales. recommended three and they are: With gratitude to Mark Meyer for assistance in selecting art. Where are his courtiers and who are his people? Why does he bear neither sceptre nor crown? PROCLAMATION John 1:1-5 9, 14 Rev. Pedro Silva Family Learning Center whose mission is to encourage successful educational and economic self-sufficiency THE THIRD LESSON Luke 2:1-7 Deborah Voss Shepherds his courtiers, the poor for his people John gives witness to the mystery of the incarnation. SILENCE for families of diverse cultures and limited incomes in a nurturing, respectful and empowering environment. The birth of the babe in Bethlehem With peace as his sceptre and love for his crown. Refrain CAROLS Hark the Herald Angels Sing Meals on Wheels of Boulder who delivers fresh, nutritious meals to Boulder residents that are often referred to as “invisible populations.” Meals on Wheels helps people age well and more safely in their homes. DUET Wexford Carol arr. Yo-yo Ma Rebecca Flintoft, Kajsa Teitelbaum What though your treasures are not gold or incense? UCC Christmas Fund provides direct financial support to those who serve the church and are facing financial Lay them before him with hearts full of love difficulties, including active and retired clergy, lay employees, and their surviving spouses, partners, Praise to the Christ child, and praise to his mother and young children. THE FOURTH LESSON Luke 2: 8-14 Ginger Johnson Who bore us a Savior by grace from above An angel tells the shepherds of the birth. Refrain EPIPHANY PILGRIMAGE AT ONLY SUNSHINE FARM | DECEMBER 6 TO 24 Mowed through a field at the home of David and Laura Skaggs, this labyrinth is a little longer than a half mile walk THE SIXTH LESSON Matthew 2:1-5, 9-11 Karen Cumbo to a manger shed. Visit prayer stations and reflect on your life in relation to Mary and Joseph’s journey. We’ve now The magi are led by a star to Jesus. added another prayer station in honor of the Magi and their gifts to the Christ child. No signing up in advance. Come and go any time from morning light to evening dusk, any day of the week starting Sunday, December 6, through Epiphany. Wear your mask and sturdy shoes. 7428 N 73rd Street, Niwot, near the intersection of Niwot ANTHEM Casabel S. T. Nelson Road and Route 119. Melody Fuller, Susan Wilkinson, Susan Brinks, Amy Voida, Kim Kanas, Charlotte Corbridge, Lisa Birnbaum, ALTERNATIVE GIFT MARKET 2020 Julie Griffitts, Steve Voida THE FIFTH LESSON Luke 2:15-20 Charley Rastle Our church has made the world brighter at Christmas through our Alternative Gift Market, raising over $200,000 for worthy causes around the world. In 2020, we will not be stopped by a pandemic! If you would like to honor The shepherds go to the manger. your loved ones with a donation to one of 30 worthy causes, we invite you to request a catalog be mailed to you by calling 800-842-2243 or by shopping on-line at www.alternativegifts.org. It’s a life-enhancing “gift to the world” for so many who are less fortunate than us and you will be enriched by the giving.