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A Candlelight Service of the Holy Eucharist for Christmas Eve Wednesday, December 24, 2014 11:00 p.m.
A Candlelight Service of
the Holy Eucharist for
Christmas Eve
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
11:00 p.m.
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Pre-Service Recital
Lovely Child, Holy Child setting by D. N. Johnson
~ Amelia, Katy, and Mark Mockett
O Holy Night Adolphe Adam
~ Colin Ferguson
Ave Maria Franz Schubert
~ Thaddaeus Gregory
In the Bleak Midwinter Music: Gustav Holst; Text:
Christina Rosetti; Setting:
Valerie Shields
~ Ensemble
Fantasia on Greensleeves R. Vaughan Williams
~ Roberta Diesner and Valerie Shields
In Dulci Jubilo BWV 608 J. S. Bach
~ Julian Anderson
El Desembre Congelat Setting by Valerie Shields
~ Thaddaeus Gregory, Karsten Hendrickson, Mara
Finkelstein
For many years John Cooley sang “O Holy Night” at this service. This year his grandson, Colin Ferguson, is the soloist.
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Gathering
Entrance Procession At the sound of the handbell, please stand and turn to face the procession at the entrance of the church.
The glory of the Lord has been revealed and all flesh shall see it together. Amen.
Entrance Hymn ELW #269 Once in Royal David’s City Apostolic Greeting
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you.
Hymn of Praise ELW #289 Angels We Have Heard on High Salutation and Prayer of the Day
Let us pray. Almighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus' presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of his glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
From 1958 until the early 1990s, “Once in Royal David’s City” was the proces-sional carol on Christmas Eve at Phinney. The service was modeled on the Service of Nine Lessons and Carols from King’s College, Cambridge.
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Word
First Lesson Isaiah 9:2-7
Holy wisdom, holy word. Thanks be to God.
Response
Lullay Alleluia Ruth Elaine Schram
Second Lesson Titus 2:11-14
Holy wisdom, holy word. Thanks be to God.
Gospel Acclamation Turn to face the cross in procession for the Gospel reading.
ELW #281 Silent Night, Holy Night!
Candle Lighting Light your candle from the person beside you.
Holy Gospel The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. Glory to you, O Lord.
Luke 2:1-14
The gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ.
Sermon Hymn of the Day ELW #296 What Child Is This?
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Nicene Creed We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary and became truly human. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.
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Prayers Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus and for all people according to their needs.
As each petition concludes, Lord in your mercy, please respond, singing in four parts:
Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Peace
The peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you.
Meal
Offering and Offertory Anthem Gloria in Excelsis Deo Eleanor Daley
Offertory Prayer Let us pray. Good and loving God, we rejoice in the birth of Jesus, who came among the poor to bring the riches of your grace. As you have blessed us with your gifts, let them be blessing for others. With the trees of the field, with all earth and heaven, we shout for joy at the coming of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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The Great Thanksgiving
It is indeed right that we should at all times and in all places offer thanks and praise to you, O Lord, holy Father, through Christ our Lord. In the wonder and mystery of the Word made flesh you have opened the eyes of faith to a new and radiant vision of your glory; that, beholding the God made visible, we may be drawn to love the God whom we cannot see. And so, with the Church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn:
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Eucharistic Prayer Holy One, the beginning and the end, the giver of life: Blessed are you for the birth of creation. Blessed are you in the darkness and in the light. Blessed are you for your promise to your people. Blessed are you in the prophets' hopes and dreams. Blessed are you for Mary's openness to your will. Blessed are you for your Son Jesus, the Word made flesh. In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me. Let us proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. With this bread and cup we remember your Word dwelling among us, full of grace and truth. We remember our new birth in his death and resurrection. We look with hope for his coming. Come, Lord Jesus. Holy God, we long for your Spirit. Come among us. Bless this meal. May your Word take flesh in us. Awaken your people. Fill us with your light. Bring the gift of peace on earth. Come, Holy Spirit.
USE PRAYER FROM ADVENT IV.
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All praise and glory are yours, Holy One of Israel, Word of God incarnate, Power of the Most High, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Lord’s Prayer 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.
Fraction and Invitation to the Table Tonight we commune by intinction at stations across the front of the church. The bread is dipped into the red wine or white grape juice. Gluten-free bread is available. We welcome all who desire to receive the Lord’s body and blood for the forgiveness of sin and renewal of life to join us for Holy Communion. Please come forward at the direction of the ushers. Young children and others who do not commune are invited and welcome to come forward for a blessing.
Music During the Distribution
O Magnum Mysterium Jeff Enns
Congregational Hymns ELW #279 O Little Town of Bethlehem ELW #282 It Came Upon a Midnight Clear ELW #283 O Come, All Ye Faithful
Post-Communion Prayer Let us pray. God of abundance, with this bread of life and cup of salvation you have united us with Christ, making us one with all your people. Now send us forth in the power of your Spirit, that we may proclaim your redeeming love to the world and continue forever in the risen life of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
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Sending
Sending Hymn ELW #270 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Blessing and Dismissal Please face the cross at the recession and so turn to receive the blessing at the font.
May the Word that Mary brought to birth carry you into new and abundant life. Amen.
May the Word that Joseph cradled in his arms enfold you with love and strength. Amen.
May the Word that angels proclaimed in song bring harmony to our world. Amen.
And the blessing of God, the Father, + Son, and Holy Spirit remain with you now and always. Amen.
Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.
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Presider and Preacher Bryon Hansen
Assisting Minister
Jamie Beers
Eucharistic Ministers Ben and Shirley Shaw, Kirstin Shaw, and Janet Deters
Lectors
Barbara Mockett Rod Johnson
Chancel Choir
Directed by Beth Ann Bonnecroy
Organ Valerie Shields
Instrumentalists
Ingrid Fredrickson, violin Libby Poole Pressley, violin
Rose Hashimoto, viola Hannah Pressley, cello Mara Finkelstein, cello
Erin Milliren Baker, violin Erik Fagerstrom, clarinet, percussion
Karsten Hendrickson, clarinet Erik Fagerstrom, clarinet Karl Fagerstrom, timpani
Cross Bearer and Acolytes
The Mockett Family
Participants in Tonight’s Service
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Christmas Decorations Given In Honor or In Memory of ...
Husband Bjørn; Gail Nelsen; Eunice Schleicher
by Randi Valdok
Gwynne Cleveland by David and Jo-Ann Cress
B.G. and Martha Mueller by the Vonderlage Family
Ralph and Madeline Morrison by Scott and Peg Radford
Fred and Rebecca Radford by Scott and Peg Radford
Grandma Addie and Grandma Norma by the Moody Family
Grandpa Mel and Grandpa Wayne by the Moody Family
Thanksgiving for Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church
by Pastor Bryon Hansen and Canon Britt Olson
Anna Rost and James Rost by John and Deborah Rost
Our Children by Ken and Sally Giles
Bob Gaddis by Ken Bartanen
Dedicated, loving CDC staff by Rod and Marilyn Hansen
Norris and Shirley Oines by the Mockett Family
Orion Strong by Russ, Midge, and Jamie
Our son Marty and granddaughter Jana
by Gary and Caroline Brakken
Jim and Noni Hartley; Ray and Betty Simpson
by Jeff and Monica Hartley
Cora Mueller by the Buchholz Family
Virginia Gehman by the Gehman Family
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Joan Imel by the Imel Family
Virgil and Elizabeth by Dorothy Rupert
Bernice V. Anderson by Joyce B. Brenden
Elaine and Warren Bell by Doug Bell
My beloved friend, Mike Webb by Jane Bengtson
My parents, Margaret and Luther by Jane Bengtson
Charlotte Gaddis by Darren Hochstedler
Ken Bjorgan by Lyla Bjorgan and Family
My Phinney Family who has lifted me in prayer
by Chris Clawson
Our parents by Les and Virginia Filion
Kellen and Oscar Brown, Maggie Nickel, and Bryce Wressell
by Tina and Lance Georgeson
Albert and Jean Anderson by Ardis Pilz
The staff at PRLC by Sallie Shippen
Parents, Ernie and Emma by Dave Fagerstrom
Cheryl by Mary Fagerstrom
Valerie by Karl Fagerstrom
Bob Wathey by the Watheys
Olaf I. Rockness by Mabel Rockness
James A. Rost by Esther M. Rost
Son, Shane Enger by Jerry and Arlene Rowe
Orthos Huseby and Parents by Lois Huseby
Our siblings, Roy, Norman, and Roger by Dick and Roberta Diesner
Art and Av Winder; Bill Dakan; Astrid Melver
by Margaret Dakan and Nancy Winder
Jean Meyer by Keenan Meyer
Our Parents by Peggy Martin and Brian Kreger
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John Nielsen by His family
Norris and Martha Stoa by Linda Thorson / Kirsten Thorson-Dodroe
LaDonna Jahrs by Russ, Midge, and Jamie Beers
by Mike Clark
Raymond and Alvina Hurlbut by Marie Louise
Lorraine Olson by the Bob Olson Family
Our Parents by Lowell and Carol Olson
Jean and Richard Anderson by Karen Fossum and Connor, Tarkel, Vassar, and Selius Price
Cynthis Foss Brunk by Karen Fossum and Connor, Tarkel, Vassar, and Selius Price
Our Parents by Elaine and Elroy Burgwald
Anna and Art and Ronnie Komstadius by Camille McGee
David Long by Derek Long
Peter Joseph Golden Sr. by the Goldens
Andreas Bolliger by his mother Ilse
Our Parents by Valerie Shields and John Renforth
Suzy Anderson-Jones by Sylvia Davids
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Worship with Us Christmas Day
11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 25 Holy Communion
at Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church
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The Ministry Staff
Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church 7500 Greenwood Avenue North
Seattle, Washington 98103
206.783.2350 • www.prlc.org
Office Hours: M-Th 8:30-4:30, Fri 8:30-12:30
Our congregation participates with four other Lutheran churches in Seattle in a youth ministry or-
ganization called LYONS (Lutheran Youth of North Seattle). Telephone 206-706-5997, website
roaringlyons.org.
Our congregation also participates in a Lutheran counseling organization with congregations from
across the Puget Sound area. Lutheran Counseling Network is a coalition of licensed pastoral coun-
selors who provide therapy in a variety of settings for a variety of needs. One such office is located in
our building, with Counselor Rosemary Raynaud providing therapy on an appointment basis. Learn
more: check out Lutheran Counseling Network at www.lutherancounseling.net. You can also reach
Rosemary by phone at 206-364-1046, ext. 3.
Bryon Hansen, Pastor [email protected]
Patrick Meagher, Minister of Outreach [email protected]
Nancy Monelli, Children and Family
Minister [email protected]
Darren Hochstedler, Parish Administrator [email protected]
Nancy Winder, Pastoral Assistant [email protected]
Allan Bruck, Pastoral Assistant [email protected]
Tim Sullivan, CDC Director [email protected]
Christina Bogar, Office Manager [email protected]
Jon Ross, LYONS Director [email protected]
Valerie Shields, Organist and Youth Choir Director
Beth Ann Bonnecroy, Chancel and Handbell Choirs Director
Evelyn Hartwell, Children’s Choir Director
Shari Anderson, Accompanist
Kari VanSanford, Angel Choir Director
Kent Stevenson, Gospel Choir Director
Dallas Cooper
Anthony Nelson
Steven Berry Custodians
Johanna Eby
Erika Anguiano Nursery Attendants
Parish Nurses [email protected]
