Christmas Eve Worship Monday, December 24, :30pm & 8:30pm

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1 Christmas Eve Worship Monday, December 24, :30pm & 8:30pm One West 29th Street (at Fifth Avenue), New York City Worship: Sundays at 11:00am, Sanctuary; Wednesdays at 6:15pm, Marble Loft

2 Prelude u 6:10 and 8:10pm PLEASE SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES. Once the prelude begins all are invited to listen silently in preparation for worship. Hodie Christus Natus Est Giovanni Gabrieli ( ) Hodie Christus natus est. Today Christ is born. Hodie Salvator apparuit. Today the Savior has appeared. Hodie in terra canunt angeli, Today the Angels sing, laetantur archangeli. the Archangels rejoice. Hodie exultant justi dicentes Today the righteous rejoice, saying: Gloria in excelsis Deo, Glory to God in the highest, et in terra pax and on earth peace hominibus bonae voluntatis. to those of good will. Ave Maria David Conte (b. 1955) Ave maria, gratia plena, Dominus tecum, Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee, benedicta tu in mulieribus, blessed art thou among women, et benedictus fructus ventris tui, Jesus. and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Sancta Maria, Mater Dei, Holy Mary, Mother of God, ora pro nobis peccatoribus, pray for us sinners, nunc et in hora mortis nostrae. Amen. now and at the hour of our death. Amen. Lo, How a Rose E er Blooming... Johannes Brahms ( ) Lully, Lulla, Thou Little Tiny Child Kenneth Leighton ( ) Aani Bourassa, soprano Lully, lulla, Thou little tiny child, by, by, lully, lullay. O sisters too, how may we do for to preserve this day? This poor youngling for whom we sing, by, by, lully, lullay. Harod, the king, in his raging, charg d he hath this day his men of might, in his own sight, all children young to slay. That woe is me, poor child, for thee! And ever morn and may, for thy parting not say nor sing, by, by, lully, lullay. 15th century Noel, Noel (Wassail Song) English folksong, arr. Ralph Vaughan Williams ( ) Noel, Noel all over the earth for this is the time of our dear Savior s birth, A light it is come to bring joy once again, and it shines over moor and valley and glen. Let it shine on the hearth and shine in the door, let it shine on the rich and shine on the poor, The beasts of the wood, the cows of the stall, on the birds of the air, on each and on all. There were sheep on the hill in the dark of the night, the shepherds attending beheld a great light, and down from the sky came angels to sing, and the said, Fear not, for gladness we bring. There is born on this day in a poor manger stall a child who shall grow to be Savior of all. Then glory to God in the highest we sing, for behold it is He who good will shall bring. The Shepherds were joyful such tidings to hear, and so great was their joy, it banished all fear. They said to each other, come, come let us go and discover if this indeed is so. They found the Christ-child as the angels had told, they worshipped and joyful returned to the fold. O hark to the song of the angels tonight, let us praise and worship, and walk in the light. Noel all over the earth! Noel! Karl Reiland Hodie Christus Natus Est...Francis Poulenc ( ) Text is found above. Service of Lessons and Carols u 6:30 and 8:30pm CALL TO WORSHIP LIGHTING OF THE CHRIST CANDLE INTROIT On Christmas Night (Sussex Carol)...English Traditional, arr. Philip Ledger On Christmas night all Christians sing, to hear the news the angels bring. News of great joy, news of great mirth, news of our merciful King s birth. Then why should we on earth be so sad, since our Redeemer made us glad, when from our sin He set us free, all for to gain our liberty? When sin departs before His grace, then life and health come in its place; angels and earth with joy may sing, all for to see the new-born King. All out of darkness we have light, which made the angels sing this night: Glory to God and peace on earth, now and forevermore, Amen. HYMN 195 O Come, All Ye Faithful... Adeste Fideles, arr. Kenneth Dake INVOCATION 2

3 THE PROPHECY... Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 SOLO Wonderful Counselor... John Michael Talbot (b. 1954) Kathryn Papa, soloist Remaining seated, all are invited to sing the refrain: Sing hallelujah to the Wonderful Counselor, Sing hallelujah to the Mighty God. Sing hallelujah to the Father.forever and Sing hallelujah to the true Prince of Peace. THE ANNUNCIATION Luke 1:26-35, 38 CHOIR There Is No Rose Robert Young ( ) There is no rose of such vertu as is the rose that bare Jesu, Alleluia. Alleluia. For in this rose conteinèd was heaven and earth in litel space, Res Miranda. Marvelous thing. By that rose we may well see there be one God in persons three, Pares forma. Of equal form. The angels sungen the shepherds to: Gloria in excelsis Deo. Gaudeamus. Let us rejoice. Leave we all this werldly mirth, and follow we this joyful birth. Transeamus. Let us go across. (from worldly to heavenly things) 15th century THE BIRTH OF JESUS Luke 2:1-7 CHOIR Joseph... Timothy C. Takach (b. 1978) A starry sky is in my arms. I hear my breathing now not only mine. Each dawn is different now that you are here. Sometimes I stare at you, sometimes I tremble. I stand above you, my head a moon, and you down there on the sweet straw. All my dreams for you, wondering who you might be, how far you may have come to be with us. Sometimes I feel among waves too steep, My boat too small for these wide hands to have made. When I ve been working, when the sun is low, I sink into the stream and lie there, pale as stone, And still this burning that I feel so deep inside me: How are you mine, child? How are you ever mine? I am like a father. So let the old Joseph die, the new be born. Hold high this lantern for the world to see this child, this light, this saving one. A starry sky within my arms (O heart); each dawn is different now that you are here. Michael Dennis Browne THE SHEPHERDS AND THE ANGELS Luke 2:8-14 HYMN 206 Angels We Have Heard on High Gloria THE MYSTERY OF THE INCARNATION John 1:1-14 CHOIR Verbum Caro Factum Est Z. Randall Stroope (b. 1953) Verbum caro factum est. Alleluia! And the Word became flesh and dwelt and walked among us. We beheld His glory, full of grace, full of truth. Those who walk in darkness and those in death s shadow have seen a light shining. Alleluia! John 1:14; Isaiah 9:2 MEDITATION: NEW BEGINNINGS.... Dr. Michael Bos HYMN 198 Joy to the World! Antioch CALL FOR OFFERING AND PRAYER CHOIR O Holy Night Adolphe Adam, arr. Dake Marie Mascari, soprano 3

4 SACRAMENT OF THE LORD S SUPPER (8:30pm) This is the Lord s table. God is our host and we are all guests. Because it is God s table, it does not belong to any one church or denomination. All who believe in the love of God demonstrated in Christ are invited to this Supper. It is served by intinction. (Our communion cups contain grape juice.) SOLO Lullaby... John Ness Beck ( ) Allison Semmes, soprano ANTHEM O Nata Lux (O Born of Light)..... Morten Lauridsen (b. 1943) O nata lux de lumine, O born light of light Jesu redemptor saeculi, Jesus, Redeemer of the world, dignare clemens supplicum mercifully deem worthy and accept laudes preces que sumere. the praises and prayers of Your supplicants. Qui carne quondam contegi dignatus es pro perditis, nos membra confer effici, Tui beati corporis. Thou who once deigned to be clothed in flesh for the sake of the lost ones, grant us to be made members of Your holy body. CHRISTMAS PRAYER AND THE LORD S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. HYMN 216 Silent Night (Congregation seated; Verses 1-3) Stille Nacht BLESSING AND CHORAL RESPONSE POSTLUDE From Heaven High to Earth I Come.... J. S. Bach, arr. Dake PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE Rev. J. Elise Brown, Ph.D., Rev. Brittany Juliette Hanlin Rev. Anthony Livolsi, Rev. Susanah Wade THE MANHATTAN BRASS Wayne Du Maine, trumpet; Don Batchelder, trumpet; R.J. Kelley, French horn Michael Seltzer, trombone; David Taylor, bass trombone; Deane Prouty, percussion Clark Baxtresser Aani Bourassa Malorie Casimir Ki Cha Robbie Cowan Tomás Cruz Fred Diengott THE MARBLE CHOIR Kenneth Dake, director Marie Engle Ethan Garner Jared Graveley Phenisher Harris Brian Hurst Mark Johnson Heather Jones Marcus Jordan Meredith Kelly Emily Kennerley Conor MacDonald Marie Mascari U Alex McCoy Joan Mohre Kathryn Papa Nicholas Prior Allison Semmes Andrew Way All are invited to a Festive Coffee Hour at 7:45pm in the Marble Loft (next door, 274 5th Ave). Tonight s 6:30pm service is being streamed live at MarbleChurch.org. Thank you to Marble members and friends who have given the poinsettias decorating the Sanctuary in honor and in memory of friends and loved ones. Their names are listed in the December 23 bulletin. If you donated a poinsettia, it may be picked up next Sunday, December 30, at 12:45pm, after people have had a chance to take photos. We hope they can be shared with those who are homebound or hospitalized. 4

5 Life at Marble WORSHIP NEXT WEEK NO #WEWO: WEDNESDAY WORSHIP DECEMBER 26 Returns January 2; 6:15pm, in the Marble Loft (next door, 274 5th Ave). PRAYER CIRCLE, SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30 10:00am A time of prayer, Scripture reading and hymn singing. Holy Communion. Led by Rev. Gregory Johnson. Weekly. Chapel (Concourse Level, downstairs). On January 27, connect from around the world via video conference. SUNDAY WORSHIP, DECEMBER 30 11:00am New Year, New You Rev. Anthony Livolsi After Worship: Sanctuary Tour, 12:15pm, learn more about Marble s rich history, beautiful windows and discover little-known facts; Special Year-End Labyrinth Walks, 1:00-3:00pm. If you can t be here in person, live stream Sunday & Wednesday Worship at MarbleChurch.org. PROGRAM MINISTRIES & ALL CHURCH EVENTS Our Program Ministries provide opportunities for fellowship and spiritual growth. For more details on these events and full list of programming visit MarbleChurch.org or Coffee Hour after Sunday Worship. Bible Study with Rev. Barbara Crafton Sundays, 10:00am, Labyrinth Room. Please note, no Bible Study December 30. Rev. Crafton returns January 6 to explore the gospel according to John. Tuesday Bible Study 6:30-7:30pm, Labyrinth Room. No class December 25 or January 1. Rev. Barbara Crafton concludes her series January 8. Starting January 15, Rev. Anthony Livolsi leads a Deep Dive Bible Study exploring how we live our faith in times of political discord and national upheaval. Bread & Bible Thursdays, 12:00pm, Marble Loft. Bring your lunch and join Rev. Barbara Crafton for a discussion about many things, including the scripture that formed the basis for the past Sunday s sermon. Please note, does not meet December 27; returns January 3. Grace Notes: Inside the Music with Kenneth Dake Returns Sunday, January 6, 10:48am, Sanctuary or online. Hear historic and theological background on the day s music. PrimeTime Fellowship Lunch & Program / Wednesday, January 9, 12:00-2:00pm Cyndi Freeman, storyteller, teacher, producer, helps us tell our life stories, 1:00pm, preceded by lunch, $10. All welcome! Marble Loft. Women s Ministry Coffee Hour / Sunday, January 13, 12:15pm Join us for our first gathering of the New Year! Enjoy this time of fellowship and hear about upcoming events. Labyrinth Room. Also, save the date for our Annual Spa Day for the Soul, Grit, Grace and God: Stepping Out into Faith, Together, Saturday, January 26. Young Adult Book Group / Sundays, starting January 13, 1:00pm Looking to get to know others in their 20s and 30s and to grow in your faith? Rev. Anthony Livolsi leads weekly discussions of Rowan Williams book, Being Christian. Inquiries to Rev. Livolsi, ALivolsi@MarbleChurch.org. GIFTS: LGBTQ Fellowship Coffee Hour / Sunday, January 20, 12:15pm All invited to join our LGBTQ community and allies for this time of fellowship. Labyrinth Room. SAVE THE DATE Annual Tri-Faith Sunday / Feburary 3, 11:00am Dr. Bos in conversation with dynamic Jewish and Muslim leaders about the future of faith and how we can work for the common good. This year done as part of the United Nations World Interfaith Harmony Week. REAFFIRMATION OF VOWS Sunday, January 6, 12:30pm All couples welcome for this annual ceremony in the Sanctuary! Led by Dr. Michael Bos. Childcare available upon request. GOSPEL CONCERT Sunday, January 20, 3:00pm The Marble Community Gospel Choir celebrates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Directed by Stacy Penson. Advance pricing: $15; $10, seniors. Please note: advance pricing ends at 3:00pm, Thursday, January 17. At door: $20; $15, seniors. Purchase tickets at MarbleChurch.org or contact Jennifer Doerr, JDoerr@MarbleChurch.org. 5

6 Keep the conversation going Marble on Social Media 1 West 29th Street New York, NY MarbleChurch.org Marble on S MARBLE STAFF For full staff list and addresses, please visit MarbleChurch.org/Welcome/Staff. Ministerial Staff Dr. Michael Bos, Senior Minister; Rev. J. Elise Brown, Ph.D., Executive Minister Rev. Brittany Juliette Hanlin, Associate Minister; Rev. Anthony Livolsi, Associate Minister Rev. Susanah Wade, Associate Minister; Dr. Kenneth Ruge, Minister for Pastoral Care & Counseling Spiritual Teacher Rev. Barbara Cawthorne Crafton Prayer Circle Rev. Gregory Johnson Program Leadership Kenneth V. Dake, Director of Music Rev. Charles S. Miller, Interim Chief Financial Officer Christina Morano Keiser, Director of Media Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Director of Membership & Communication & Connecting Elders: Stephanie M. Bailey, Peter Barnett, T. Hunter Dare, Marcelle E. Doll, Rick Harper Sheila B. Moses, Eileen A. O Connell, John E. Rorer, II, Gregory W. Walker Clair J. Zak, Elder Emerita Deacons: Trenesa Danuser, Sandra Diaz, Nick Gilman Ted Gregory, G. Gregory Lozier, Barbara Sagan Serving as Deacons to Intersections International: Dick Behn, Barbara Costigan v v v Vision: We envision a world where we all become the individuals God created us to be. Mission: Marble Collegiate Church is a diverse, inclusive community of God s people led by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. We inspire everyone to become positive thinkers who make a difference in the world. v v v CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES MINISTRY Sunday School Toddlers - 3rd Grade, 276 5th Ave, Room 303, 10:00am- 12:00pm; 4th - 12th Grade, 276 5th Ave, Room 300, 10:00am-12:00pm. Please note, no Sunday School on December 30. Child care available. (All childcare that day at 276 5th Ave, Room 303.) Sunday Nursery Infant-2yrs old, 2nd flr, 1 W 29th St, 9:30am-1:00pm. Sunday Worship, January 6, 11:00am We welcome and encourage families to worship together in the Sanctuary. SPIRITUAL GROWTH Small Group Ministry Being part of a Small Group is a wonderful way to grow spiritually and connect in a deeper way with others in the Marble Community. Small Group Open House Monday, January 7. Visit Small Group Table Sundays during Coffee Hour or contact Baleta McKenzie, BMckenzie@MarbleChurch.org. Labyrinth Walks Concourse Level (downstairs). Facilitator on hand to answer questions. Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00pm; First Sunday of Month, 1:00-3:00pm, also December 30. Please see page 5 for weekly Bible Studies and Prayer Circle.