December 23, 2018 Sunday News Morning edition VIBRANT INCLUSIVE PROGRESSIVE Questions? Email office@mcctoronto.com
Happy Holidays! In a few days, people all over the world will be celebrating the holidays and each celebration will be equally as unique and different as we are individually. But what is the meaning of the holidays? It is a time when most people remember their loved ones both gone and present. It is a time filled with hope, love, charity, and care. A time when families get together even if they can only do so via phone. It is a time when most people remember the months past as we prepare to usher in a new year. With all of this in mind, we here at MCC Toronto want to wish each of you a happy holiday filled with laughter, comfort, joy and love. Thank you for the love shared here in this Sanctuary every week. Though we may not be with you physically on the big day, we are with you in spirit. On December 24 we invite you to join us in celebration at our Awestruck Christmas Eve Service at the Roy Thomson Hall. From all of the staff and volunteers at MCC Toronto we wish you a Happy Holiday! Follow us @ www.facebook.com/mcctoronto
Offertory Performer Order of Service Mark Cassius is a Concert and Musical Theatre Artist. He is a graduate of Sheridan College s Music Theatre Program and is presently doing a Master s degree in Music Composition at York University. He is highly recognized for his work as a member of the world-renowned a cappella group, The Nylons (1997-2005). On Broadway, Mark performed in Ragtime and the revivals of Shenandoah (1989) and Jesus Christ Superstar (2012), as well as Cats (Canadian Premier), and many more. He has been featured at both The Shaw and The Stratford Festivals (2008), which won him critical acclaim. He is a Performance Instructor at the Randolph College. Sharing at MCC Toronto is always a joy and an absolute blessing. Follow him on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @TheMarkCassius Music Director: Diane Leah At the symbol, please rise as you are able. Welcome Prelude Mary Had A Baby Moment of Silence Opening Prayer Theme Conversation Processional The First Noel Lighting Of The Advent Candle Hope Is A Star Anthem Wasn t That A Mighty Day Time of Reconciliation Prayer of Reconciliation Affirmation of Freedom Invitation to Anointing Away In A Manger What Child Is This Sacred Readings Jeremiah 17:8 Buddha Lessons for Life Rooted in Love - Rev. Jeff Rock Hope Is A Star Prayers of the People Jesus Prayer Offertory Mary Did You Know - Mark Cassius Gathering Our Gifts Our Journey of Faith Blessing of Gifts Holy Communion Give Us This Day O Little Town Of Bethlehem O Come O Come Emmanuel Alleluia (Traditional) Because You Live Benediction Closing Words Closing Song Go Tell It On The Mountain Follow us at www.youtube.com/mcctoronto
Happening Today Thrift Shop All morning Upstairs Social Hall Children's Ministry 10:00 a.m. Room 109 & 111 Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Sanctuary Happening This Week Christmas Eve Service Monday 10.30 p.m. Roy Thomson Hall Christmas Dinner Tuesday 2:00 p.m. Social Hall Sign up for our Enews today Register at www.mcctoronto.com/enews
Angel Of The Month The Angels of the month of December are all of the amazing volunteers who have assisted us in every aspect of executing this wonderful Christmas Eve Service. We are Awestruck by your dedication and by the number of you who have given of your time, passion and energy. From those of you who assisted with the different aspects of the actual service, backstage management, setup and take-down of the space, ushers, greeters, to those of you who helped put our program together, we say thank you. Without you this day would not be possible. Service Announcement Sunday December 30, there will be two services at 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. There will be no children s church on December 30. Children are invited to worship with the congregation. Nursery care is available for those 0-3 years of age. Food For Friends Next Sunday December 30 will be the fifth Sunday of the month, which is our Food For Friends Sunday. We will be collecting non-perishable food items to support the People With AIDS Foundation of Toronto.
Sacred Readings Jeremiah 17:8 They shall be like a tree planted by water, sending out its roots by the stream. It shall not fear when heat comes, and its leaves shall stay green; in the year of drought it is not anxious, and it does not cease to bear fruit. These are sacred readings. May they comfort us, inspire us, and challenge us. Buddha The difference between I like you and I love you. When you like a flower you pluck it, when you love it you water it daily. Watch us at www.youtube.com/mcctorontotv
Christmas Eve Tickets Don t forget to purchase your tickets online at www.roythomsonhall.com/tickets/mcct/ or phone 416-872-4255. When booking please let us know of any accessibility needs. Children under 12 attend for free (ticket required). Get your tickets at www.roythomsonhall.com/tickets/mcct/