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hrough Christ we see as in a mirror the spotless and excellent face of God. St. Clement, Bishop of Rome (d. 99) Congregations parts in dark type. Leaders parts in light type. w Please stand for parts indicated by stars w

Gather in Gods Presence


Enter Gods gates with thanksgiving and praise! (Psalm 100)

Gathering Music Call to Worship Pastoral Greeting:

The Rocking Carol Of the Fathers Love Begotten

Carol/Torunquist 13th c. Plainsong (Isaiah)

One: The people walking in shadow have seen a great light. All: The light brightens the shadow, and the shadow does not overcome it. We behold Christs Glory, glory as the only son from the Father. One: For to us a child is born, to us a Son is given. All: In him is life, life that is the light of all peoples. wEntrance Hymn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Come, O Long-expected Jesus

Text: Charles Wesley, alt.

Tune: Hyfrydol, at No. 182

Come, O long-expected Jesus, born to set all people free; From our fears and sins release us; grant us your true liberty. Is-raels strength and consolation, hope to all the earth impart; Dear desire of every nation, enter every longing heart.

The Liturgy for Christmas


5:00 p.m., 24 December 2013 First Service of Christmas The Nativity of our Lord Ron K. F. Nicholas, Presiding Camille F. Gianaris, Liturgist
509 County Road 468 Fruitland Park, Florida 34731 352-365-2662 ! office@pucc.info www.pucc.info

Born all people to deliver, born a child, you came to reign! Born to rule on earth forever, come, be known to us again. By your own eternal Spirit, come to claim us as your own; By your all-sufficient merit, let us share your cross and crown.

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wGathering Prayer: Thanksgiving at Evening One: The Grace of God, the Mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of the Holy Spirit be with you. All: And also with you. One: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. All: It is right to give God our thanks and praise. One: Let us pray (Silence) We praise and thank you, O God, through Jesus Christ, our Lord; through whom you enlighten us by revealing the light that never fades. All: Night is falling and days allotted span draws to a close. The daylight you created for our pleasure fully satisfies us; yet, of your free gift, the evening lights do not fail us. We glorify you through your Son, our Lord; through whom be glory and power in the Holy Spirit, now and forever. AMEN. One: For to us a child is born, to us a Son is given. All: In him is life, life that is the light of all peoples. wSong of Longing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
Text: ancient Latin, various translators Tune Veni, Emmanuel, at No. 116

Receive Gods Word


Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God is the One, the Only God. (Deuteronomy 6)

Scripture from the Prophet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Isaiah 9:2-7 Psalm Hymn of the Day, No. 36. . . . . To God Compose a Song of Joy (Psalm 96) Scripture from the Apostle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Titus 2:11-14 wGospel Acclamation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . O Come, All Ye Faithful
Text: Latin, Oakeley, et al, Tr., 1841 Tune: Adeste Fideles, at No. 135

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; O come, let us adore him (3 times), Christ, the Lord! O Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation, Sing, all ye citizens of heavn above! Glory to God, all glory in the highest; O come, let us adore him (3 times), Christ, the Lord!

O come, O shoot of Jesse, free Your own from Satans tyranny, From depths of hell your people save, And give them victry oer the grave. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel is come to you, O Israel! O Come, O Dayspring, come and cheer Our spirits by your advent here; Love stir within the womb of night, And deaths own shadows put to flight. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel is come to you, O Israel!

Scripture from the Gospel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Luke 2:1-20 A Gift of Music Angel Carol Traditional Polish Carol Arr:Page

wLighting of the Christ Candle and the Benedictus: One: We welcome the Christ into our hearts this Christmastide. Let us welcome Christ as never before. (Candle is lighted) All: As the Church of Christ, we testify to all humankind: the True Light has come into the world. We believe that the Light has come into us. We will live and work as faithful followers of Jesus Christ. O come to us, abide with us, our Lord, Emmanuel. One: Even so; the Lord is come among us! ...Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, who has visited this people, who has set us free, and who has established for us a saving power in the House of Gods servant, David, just as was promised. All: AMEN.
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wCarol No. 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joy to the World (During the Carol, the colors change from Advents Blue of hopeful anticipation to Christmas Gold & White of royalty and light.) Invitation to Christmas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bright Beginnings

Our Lords Table: Discerning the Body of Christ Invitation to the Table Thanking God, Remembering Christ, Calling Spirit Institution Hymn No. 329 . . . . . . . Jesus, the Joy Sharing Loaf and Cup
Tonight, serving is by Intinction. Please come forward by rows, receive the bread, dip it in the cup, consume, then return to your seat. Gluten-free bread, if you need it, is in the closed jar on the Table, next to a cup for Intinction. Please serve yourself. If you do not already have a candle, please pick one up as you return to your seat. If you cannot come forward, please signal the pastor and the bread and cup will be brought to you.

Respond with Thanksgiving


In the midst of the congregation, I will praise you, O Lord! (Psalm 22)

wCarol No. 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hark, the Herald Angels Sing Prayers of the Congregation: Sharing Concerns and Celebrations Intercessions, Thanksgivings, and Our Lords Prayer (Sins) 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 forever. Amen Carol. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . O Little Town of Bethlehem
Text: Phillips Brooks, 1868 Tune: St. Louis, at No. 133

O little town of Bethlehem, How still we see thee lie! Above thy deep and dreamless sleep The silent stars go by; Yet in thy dark streets shineth The everlasting Light; The hopes and fears of all the years Are met in thee tonight. For Christ is born of Mary, And gathered all above, While mortals sleep, the angels keep Their watch of wondring love. O morning stars, together Proclaim the holy birth! And praises sing to God the King, And peace to men on earth. O holy Child of Bethlehem! Descend to us, we pray; Cast out our sin and enter in; Be born in us today. We hear the Christmas angels The great glad tidings tell; O come to us, abide with us, Our Lord Emmanuel!
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Go Forth in Gods Name


Lead me, O Lord, in your uprightness...make your way straight before me! (Psalm 5)

This Week on Mulberry Street


TODAY: 5:00 p.m., Christmas Eve Service. TOMORROW: Christmas Day (until sundown). THURSDAY: Pastor Ron leaves for a week of vacation. If you have an emergency or urgent need, please contact your Caring Deacon or May Van Valkenburg, Caring Elder.

wSpreading the Light:


Please form a large circle around the Sanctuary. Please hold burning candles UPRIGHT! Tilt UNlighted candles to receive the flame. Please take care with lighted candles. As the light spreads, we join in our next carol:

wCarol. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Silent Night


Text: Mohr, 1818; Young, Tr. 1863; RFN, st. 4, 2013 Tune: Stille Nacht, at No. 134

Looking Ahead
NEXT SUNDAY: 8:30 a.m., Choir Rehearsal. 10:00 a.m., Worship. Isaiah 63:7-9; Psalm 148; Hebrews 2:10-18; Matthew 2:13-23. Pastor Bob presiding and preaching. Friday, Jan 3, 2014, 11:00 a.m., Staff Meeting. Sunday, Jan 5, 2014, Epiphany. Please plan to stay after worship to help pack and store the decorations as we UNhang the Greens. Thursday, January 9, 2014: Officers, Board and Committee Chairs, Lead Deacons: 2013 Annual Reports are due in the office. Please submit reports by email (as attachment or within the note) if possible, or by jump drive or other storage medium. Word, Works, Notepad, Wordpad, or WordPerfect formats are OK.

Silent night, holy night, All is calm, all is bright Round yon virgin mother and childHoly 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, loves 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, Prince of Peace, give us light, As we worship Thee at Thy birth, Give us grace to proclaim your worth, Jesus, Lover of all! Jesus, Lover of all! wPastoral Blessing wDeparting Alleluia No. 765 wDeparting Music Angel Carols Smart; French Carols/Larson

Please greet each other with the Peace of Christ

If you have an Offering tonight, ushers with baskets will be by the doors to receive Tithes and Offerings.

Rev. Ronal K. F. Nicholas, OSL Pastor and Teacher pastor@pucc.info Dr. Catherine Thiedt Choir Director choir@pucc.info A Kay Carlson Pianist pianist@pucc.info

Rev. Robert Van Valkenburg Pastoral Associate Emeritus associate@pucc.info Shirley Lamb Organist organist@pucc.info Mary Cavanagh Secretary/Custodian secretary@pucc.info

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