Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE INCLUSIVE CREATIVE DOWNTOWN
Holy Eucharist: Rite II Christmas Eve
Trinity@316
December 24, 2021
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 feelingsbe dissolved. May you give and receive love generously. May this love echo in your heart like the joy of churchbells 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 guestwho 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 forgranted. May the bonds of love for one another be strengthened as you gather around the table offestivity 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 toguide 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 ofnew 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 A Child Is Born - Traditional
Excerpt from “Ave Maria” by Hildegard von Bingen Kim Buehler & Norm Damschroder
arr. by Allan Alexander Norm Damschroder & J. Ronquillo
O Come O Come Emmanuel from
I Saw Three Ships - Traditional
Behold the Lamb of God by Andrew Peterson Norm Damschroder & J. Ronquillo
arr. by Allan Alexander Norm Damschroder & J. Ronquillo
Sussex Carol - Traditional
The Holly and The Ivy from Behold the Lamb of God by Andrew Peterson Norm Damschroder, J. Ronquillo & Grace Mauk
arr. By Allan Alexander Norm Damschroder & J. Ronquillo
Good King Wenselas - Traditional
Carol of The Bells - Traditional
arr. By Allan Alexander Norm Damschroder & J. Ronquillo
Melissa Toth, Kim Buehler, Michael Barlos, Bradley Baker
We Three Kings - Traditional Kim Buehler, Michael Barlos, Bradley Baker, Grace Mauk
Norm Damschroder - Bass and Mandolin J. Ronquillo - Guitar Grace Mauk - Piano and Percussion Trinity Singers: Melissa Toth – Soprano Kim Buehler – Alto Michael Barlos – Tenor Bradley Baker – Bass
Breath of Heaven (Mary’s Song) by Amy Grant Melissa Toth, Grace Mauk
Coventry Carol - Traditional arr. by Allan Alexander Norm Damschroder & J. Ronquillo
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liturgy of the word
Welcome Opening Hymn
O Come, All Ye Faithful
The 1982 Hymnal #83
(Please stand as you are able.)
Words: John Francis Wade (1711-1786); tr. Frederick Oakeley (1802-1880) and othersMusic: Adeste fideles, present form of melody att. John Francis Wade (1711-1786); harm. The English Hymnal, 1906
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Collect of the Day Leader: People: Leader:
(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:
The Word of the Lord. 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
The 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.)
Deacon: 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!"
Deacon: 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. 8
Intercessor:
People:
Intercessor: People:
Intercessor: People:
Intercessor: People:
Intercessor:
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Intercessor:
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 Deacon: People:
The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
Announcements & Offertory Invitation To give online, visit www.trinitytoledo.org/online-giving, choose GIVE NOW and Friday, December 24. You can also text the word “Give” to 419-OMG-LOVE (419-664-5683) to make your offering. Offerings can be deposited in our Giving Box stationed at the back of the sanctuary.
Offertory
Sing Noel (Trinity Choir, soloist- Lisa Tucker-Gray) 9
arr. David Hamilton
The Liturgy of the Table The Great Thanksgiving Celebrant: All: Celebrant: All: Celebrant: All:
A Wee Worship Book, Iona Community
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God thanks and praise.
We praise you, O God, whom eternity cannot contain, for coming to earth and entering time in Jesus. We praise you for his life which informs our living, for his compassion which changes our hearts, for his clear speaking which contradicts our harmless generalities, for his disturbing presence, his innocent suffering, his fearless dying, his rising to life breathing forgiveness and restoring us forever to you. For these gifts we praise and worship you. All that is spectacular, all that is plain have their origin in you. All that is lovely, all who are loving, point to you as their fulfillment. Therefore we gladly join our voices to the song of the Church on earth and in heaven:
Sanctus
Grayson Warren Brown
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Jesus was always the guest. In the homes of Peter and Jairus, Martha and Mary, Joanna and Susanna, he was always the guest. At the meal tables of the wealthy where he pled the case of the poor, he was always the guest. Upsetting polite company, befriending isolated people, welcoming the stranger, he was always the guest. But here, at this table, he is the host. Those who wish to serve him must first be served by him. Those who want to follow him must first be fed by him. For this is the table where God intends us to be nourished. This is the time when Christ can make us new. So come, you who hunger and thirst for a deeper faith, for a better life, for a fairer world. Jesus Christ, who has sat at our tables, now invites us to be guests at his. On the night on which he was betrayed, and as they were sitting at a meal, Jesus gave thanks, took a piece of bread and broke it. He gave it to the disciples saying, “This is my body. It is broken for you. Do this to remember me.” Later, after they had eaten, he took a cup of wine, gave thanks and said, “This cup is the new relationship with God made possible because of my death. Drink this all of you, to remember me.” So now we do as Jesus did. We offer this bread and this wine, the produce of the earth and the fruit of human labor to you, O God. Therefore, we proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. We ask, merciful God, that you send, in kindness, your Holy Spirit to settle on this bread and wine and fill them with the fullness of Jesus. Let that same Spirit rest on us, converting us from the patterns of this passing world, until we conform to the shape of him whose food we now share. Amen.
The Lord’s Prayer
The New Zealand Prayer Book
As our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say: Eternal Spirit, Earth-maker, Pain bearer, Life-giver, Source of all that is and that shall be, Father and Mother of us all, Loving God, in whom is heaven: The hallowing of your name echo through the universe! The way of your justice be followed by the peoples of the world! With the bread we need for today, feed us. In the hurts we absorb from one another, forgive us. Your heavenly will be done by all created beings! Your commonwealth of peace and freedom sustain our hope and come on earth! In times of temptation and test, strengthen us. From trials too great to endure, spare us. From the grip of all that is evil, free us. For you reign in the glory of the power that is love, now and forever. Amen. 11
The Fraction: Breaking of the Bread
Enriching Our Worship
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.
Celebrant:
The Gifts of God for the people of God; holy food for holy people.
Invitation to Communion Please be seated until you are invited to come forward to receive communion. To receive the bread (or gluten-free wafer), please put your hands together, palms up. If you are unable to come forward and wish to have Communion brought to you, please inform a Worship Leader.
Communion Hymn
O Holy Night
African American Heritage Hymnal #201
(Bradley Baker)
Communion Hymn
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(Please stand as you are able.)
Celebrant: Let us pray. Almighty and everliving 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, God, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love and 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.
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Candle Lighting Hymn
Silent Night, Holy Night
1982 Hymnal #111
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. Silent night, holy night, shepherds quake at the sight, glories stream from heaven afar, heavenly hosts sing alleluia; Christ, the Savior, is born! 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.
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 Hymn
Joy to the World
Dismissal Deacon: People:
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord! Thanks be to God! 13
See page 14.
Sending Hymn
Joy to the World
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The 1982 Hymnal #100
Christmas Poinsettias From
In memory / in honor of
Sue Smitley
Keithley Sparrow
Mary Beroske
Jayson Beroske, Jan & Larry Gardner, Marie & Roy Johnston, Shirley Johnston
Lynzi Miller
Lois & Merritt Obreiter and Bob & Pam Miller
Becky Koskinen & Kelly Termin
Gypy Pugh, Neil Pugh, Jaryd Guiftz
Jolene Miller & Donna Steppe
Susan Lowrey, Lynn Brand, Susan Miller, Wiley Miller Esther Behnke, Eva Loris, Jamie Maistros, Brenda Anderson
Lucy, Brian & John Russell
Bruce Russell
Gary Franklin
Bob & Kathryn Franklin, Sophia Walls, Paul Penn
Sherre Smith
Beloved friends at Renaissance Senior Apartments
Wayne North & Dave Bingham
Bob & Rae Halbach, John Halbach, and Dr. Wayne & Grace North
Erin Miller
Rhonda Tyburski, Robert & Jacqueline Kennedy, Kevin Williamson
Terry Kahler
Parents William & Betty Kahler & brother Jerry Kahler & Mother Francis Mathews
Karen Keune Vickie & Kevin Kuhr
Paul C Schlachter and Gerald & Gloria Kuhr
Lu Pilgrim
In honor of those thoughtful others who continue to help lighten the load for others.
Kendal & Ken Gladish and Kelley Bowen
In memory of John Woellner and in honor of Lou Woellner
Lou Woellner
In memory of John Woellner 15
trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE
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Vestry Leadership Donna Steppe, Sr. Warden, Jeffrey Albright, Jr. Warden Leah Reed, Clerk, Gary Franklin, Treasurer Dennis Degnan, Becky Koskinen, Fritz Hany, Bob Meeker & Jamie Paul
Parish Staff The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Chelsie Cree, Choir Director Grace Mauk, Trinity@316 Accompanist, Brian Buckner, Trinity@Home Accompanist Lynzi Miller, Next To New Manager & Communications Coordinator ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & COPYRIGHT INFO: Collect of the Day from: Prayers for an Inclusive Church by Steven Shakespeare, 2009. Readings and Gospel from: Revised Common Lectionary: lectionarypage.net, 2021. The Great Thanksgiving: A Wee Worship Book, Iona Community. Lord’s Prayer: The New Zealand Prayer Book
Fraction: Enriching Our Worship. Christmas Blessing: adapted by Howard Thurman. 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 permission through purchase of CCLI Copyright license #20577215 Size B Streaming License #20577284 Size B Secular music permission through purchase of CCS WORSHIPcast Copyright license #13190
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