Gospel Christmas For The City 1:00pm, December 24, 2012
Christmas Message 2012 It came upon a midnight clear, that glorious song of old, From angels bending near the earth to touch their harps of gold Peace on the earth, good will to all from heaven s all-loving King The world in solemn silence lay to hear the angels sing. For over 120 years this Cathedral church has attempted to be a place where the song of peace and goodwill of the angels can be heard again in Vancouver. At Christmas most especially we sing of it, and tell in word and song the story of God being born as a baby in order to bring peace and love to the world. But it is not only at Christmas but throughout the year that we try to live into the angels song and make it closer to reality for the people of our city. We open our doors to the hungry and provide them with respect and companionship as well as with food. We invite people in to experience the peace and beauty that comes from listening to great music, and also we provide a place for silence and stillness in the midst of bustle and busyness. We celebrate the gifts of children and let them know that they are beloved and essential members of our community. We provide a welcoming space for 12 step groups and a listening ear to those wrestling with their own inner tensions and conflicts. We sing and talk and pray together about a world of peace and justice, and turn in worship to the God who yearns for there to be abundance and love throughout the world. In order to be a place of singing and silence, of peace and respect and goodwill, we have to spend money. The money to keep these doors open and food and hospitality flowing out to our city comes from donations given by those who value what they have experienced here. We ask that this Christmas you might consider making a gift to this cathedral church so that we can continue to sing the angels song in this beautiful place. Peter Elliott Dean and Rector Ellen Clark-King Archdeacon and Priest Associate Chris Dierkes Alisdair Smith Dixie Black Curate Deacon and Business Chaplain Deacon 2 Gospel Christmas for The City December 24, 2012
Gospel Christmas for The City WITH THE GOOD NOISE VANCOUVER GOSPEL CHOIR Gail Suderman, Director/Piano Michael Kalanj, Hammond B3/Synth, Elliot Polsky, Drums, Laurence Mollerup, Bass, Ingrid Stitt, Alto and Soprano Saxophones Welcome Dean Peter Elliott Opening Prayer The Rev. Chris Dierkes Choir Emmanuel M.W. Smith Joy to the World Joy to the World! The Lord is come: let earth receive her King! Let every heart prepare him room, and heaven and nature sing. Reading Luke 1:26-38 Joy to the Earth! the Saviour reigns: let men their songs employ! While fields and floods, rocks hills and plains, Repeat the sounding joy. He rules the earth with truth and grace, and makes the nations prove The glories of his righteousness and wonders of his love Choir Mary s Boy Child J. Hairston, arr. G. Suderman/E. Henderson/M. Mosely Solo: Gail Suderman O Come All Ye Faithful 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, O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord. CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL 3
Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation, sing, all ye citizens of heav n above; glory to God in the highest: O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord. See how the shepherds summoned to his cradle, leaving their flocks, draw nigh with lowly fear; we too will thither bend our joyful footsteps; O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord. Yea Lord, we greet thee, born this happy morning; Jesu, to thee be glory given; Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing: O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord. words & music: attrib. to John Francis Wade, arr Reading Luke 1:39-56 Choir Silent Night adapt. and arr. by Kirk Franklin Reading Luke 2:1-7 Choir Oh What a Night Richard Smallwood Solo: Cayla Brooke Away in a Manger Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, the little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head. The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay, the little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay. The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes, but little Lord Jesus no crying he makes. I love you, Lord Jesus Look down from on high and stay by my side until morning is nigh. 4 Gospel Christmas for The City December 24, 2012
Be near me, Lord Jesus; I ask you to stay close by me for ever and love me, I pray. Bless all the dear children in your tender care, and fit us for heaven to live with you there Text: American. Music: William James Kirkpatrick, adapt. During Away in a Manger children are asked to come to the front. Children s Story Jessica Pratezina, Archdeacon Ellen Clark-King, The Rev. Chris Dierkes CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL The First Nowell The first nowell the angel did say was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay, in fields where they lay keeping their sheep on a cold winter's night that was so deep. Refrain Refrain: Nowell, Nowell, Nowell, Nowell, born is the King of Israel. They looked up and saw a star, shining in the east, beyond them far; and to the earth it gave great light, and so it continued both day and night. Refrain And by the light of that same star three wise men came from country far; to seek for a king was their intent, and to follow the star wherever it went. Refrain This star drew nigh to the northwest; o'er Bethlehem it took its rest, and there it did both stop and stay, right over the place where Jesus lay. Refrain Then entered in those wise men three full reverently upon their knee, and offered there in his presence their gold, and myrrh, and frankincense. Refrain Then let us all with one accord sing praises to our heavenly Lord, who hath made heaven and earth of nought, and with his blood salvation bought. Refrain Text: English Trad. Music: The First Nowell, Melody English Trad. arr. John Stainer. 5
Choir Jesus, What a Wonderful Child tradtional, arr. Gail Suderman Reading John 1:1 14 Offertory During the music, the offerings of the people are collected. An offering envelope has been included for donations. Tax receipts will be issued for amounts over $10. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Hark the herald angels sing "Glory to the newborn King! Peace on earth and mercy mild God and sinners reconciled" Joyful, all ye nations rise Join the triumph of the skies With the angelic host proclaim: "Christ is born in Bethlehem" Hark! The herald angels sing "Glory to the newborn King!" Christ by highest heav'n adored Christ the everlasting Lord! Late in time behold Him come Offspring of a Virgin's womb Veiled in flesh the Godhead see Hail the incarnate Deity Pleased as man with man to dwell Jesus, our Emmanuel Hark! The herald angels sing "Glory to the newborn King!" Hail the heav'n-born Prince of Peace! Hail the Son of Righteousness! Light and life to all He brings Ris'n with healing in His wings Mild He lays His glory by 6 Gospel Christmas for The City December 24, 2012
Born that man no more may die Born to raise the sons of earth Born to give them second birth Hark! The herald angels sing "Glory to the newborn King!" Text: Charles Wesley (1701-1788). Music: Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy (1809-1847); adapt. William Hayman Cummings Lord s Prayer Leader All Blessing As our Saviour taught us, let us pray, 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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. Archdeacon Ellen Clark-King Choir Go Tell It! Traditional, arr. G. Suderman/E. Henderson/M. Mosely Solo: Cayla Brooke Please do not leave valuables unattended. All music for the liturgy is reproduced with permission under license #705, LicenSing Copyright Cleared Music for Churches CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL 7
Participants in the Service Clergy Music Readers Children s Story Welcomers Dean Peter Elliott, Archdeacon Ellen Clark-King, The Rev. Chris Dierkes, The Rev. Alisdair Smith, The Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir, Gail Suderman, Director/Piano; Michael Kalanj, Hammond B3, Elliot Polsky, Drums, Laurence Mollerup, Bass, Ingrid Stitt, Alto and Soprano Saxophones Dal Richards, Band Leader & Vancouver Icon The Honourable Christy Clark, Premier of British Columbia Spencer Chandra Herbert, MLA, Vancouver-West End Professor Stephen Toope, President of UBC Jessica Pratezina, Archdeacon Ellen Clark-King, The Rev. Chris Dierkes Friends & Parishioners of Christ Church Cathedral Christmas and the Spirit of Generosity Please consider a generous offering to help cover the costs of today's service and to support our compassionate care in the community. The true costs to the Cathedral on days like this approaches $25/person. How Do I Give? It's easy. Simply place your offering in the enclosed envelope and drop it in the collection plate when it is passed. You can also fill in credit card information on the back. You will receive a tax receipt in the mail before tax time for any donations over $10. Thank you! For information about Christ Church Cathedral and its ministries see www.cathedral.vancouver.bc.ca