The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.
Isaiah 9:2
Isaiah 9:2
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First Sunday of Advent
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ADVENT is the first season of the church year, beginning with the fourth Sunday before Christmas and continuing through the day before Christmas.
Christmas has increasingly become a holiday cut off from its purpose of celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is, therefore, important for Christians to recapture the season of Advent as a time for preparing for Christmas, Our word “Advent” derives from the Latin Adventus, which means “coming,” and originally referred just to the coming of the feast of Christmas. The season of Advent has been set aside as a time of preparation for Christmas since at least the last half of the 6th century, but over time, the season of Advent took on a double meaning. Today it refers both to the “first coming” of Jesus Christ in his birth at Christmas and to his “second coming” at the end of time. It is important to remember that Advent is not just a season in which we recall an event of the past — Jesus’ birth — but also a time in which we look to the present and the future. When will Jesus come again? When will we see the kingdom of God on earth, as it is in heaven? Of course no one knows. And so the more important questions are: What can we do as the Church, Christ’s body here on earth, to welcome God’s reign of justice and peace today? What can we do as individuals to reorder our lives in the light of God’s love? What would it mean to live as a people who believe in Jesus as the Savior of all the earth and who expect him to come again at the fulfillment of time? Each Advent, we turn to these questions anew. Join us during the Season of Advent, to reflect, to prepare, to pray, to sing, SOURCE: Daily Prayer for All Seasons - The Episcopal Church’s abbreviated BCP (free download) https://www.episcopalchurch.org/library/document/daily-prayer-all-seasons |
Third Sunday of Advent
Sunday, December 14
“I baptize you with water; but one who is more powerful than I is coming; I am not worthy to untie the thong of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.”
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, in-person & streamed
10:00 a.m. Choral Eucharist, in-person & streamed
With St. Paul's Choir.
Ben Bachmann, FAGO, MMus, Director of Music and organist.
MUSIC
Prelude: Est ist eine rose. Johannes Brahms
Mass:Gloria-S-277, Sanctus-S-124, Our Father-S-119, Agnus Dei-S-161
Gradual Psalm: 146: 4-9
Offertory Anthem: St. John the Baptist Ernest Bullock
Communion Motet: I sing of a maiden Lennox Berkeley
Postlude: March on a theme of Handel. Alexandre Guillmant
Hymns:76, LEVAS-7, WLP-724
10:00 a.m. Choral Eucharist, in-person & streamed
With St. Paul's Choir.
Ben Bachmann, FAGO, MMus, Director of Music and organist.
MUSIC
Prelude: Est ist eine rose. Johannes Brahms
Mass:Gloria-S-277, Sanctus-S-124, Our Father-S-119, Agnus Dei-S-161
Gradual Psalm: 146: 4-9
Offertory Anthem: St. John the Baptist Ernest Bullock
Communion Motet: I sing of a maiden Lennox Berkeley
Postlude: March on a theme of Handel. Alexandre Guillmant
Hymns:76, LEVAS-7, WLP-724
4:00 p.m. Advent Procession of Lessons & Carols, in-person & streamed
With St. Paul's Choir.
Ben Bachmann, FAGO, MMus, Director of Music and organist.
Join us for a festive and inspiring introduction to the Season of Light and Joy.
Join us for a Festive and Inspiring Start to the Season of Light and Joy
The Advent Procession of Lessons & Carols marks the beginning of Advent—a season of reflection, anticipation, and spiritual preparation for Christmas. Through scripture readings and music spanning the centuries, this service traces the story of salvation from creation to the coming of Christ.
The liturgy opens with one of Advent’s great musical treasures: Palestrina’s 16th-century Matins Responsory, sung by the choir from the back of the church. Readings are paired with beloved hymns and choral works by Byrd, Oldroyd, Vaughan Williams, Bullock, Britten, and McKie, creating a luminous and contemplative introduction to the Advent season.
Invite friends and family to share in this beautiful tradition—a meaningful way to begin Advent and prepare our hearts for the deep joy of Christmas.
MUSIC
Matin Responsory. After Palestrina
HYMN: Come, thou redeemer of the earth
Rorate coeli William Byrd
The Flower of Jesse. George Oldroyd
HYMN:O come, o come Emmanuel
The blessed son of God. R. Vaughan Williams
HYMN: On Jordan's Banks
St. John the Baptist. Ernest Bullock
HYMN: Ye who claim the faith of Jesus
I sing of a maiden. Lennox Berkeley
HYMN: Hark! A thrilling voice is sounding
We wait for thy loving kindness, O God. William McKie
HYMN: Lo, he comes with clouds descending
With St. Paul's Choir.
Ben Bachmann, FAGO, MMus, Director of Music and organist.
Join us for a festive and inspiring introduction to the Season of Light and Joy.
Join us for a Festive and Inspiring Start to the Season of Light and Joy
The Advent Procession of Lessons & Carols marks the beginning of Advent—a season of reflection, anticipation, and spiritual preparation for Christmas. Through scripture readings and music spanning the centuries, this service traces the story of salvation from creation to the coming of Christ.
The liturgy opens with one of Advent’s great musical treasures: Palestrina’s 16th-century Matins Responsory, sung by the choir from the back of the church. Readings are paired with beloved hymns and choral works by Byrd, Oldroyd, Vaughan Williams, Bullock, Britten, and McKie, creating a luminous and contemplative introduction to the Advent season.
Invite friends and family to share in this beautiful tradition—a meaningful way to begin Advent and prepare our hearts for the deep joy of Christmas.
MUSIC
Matin Responsory. After Palestrina
HYMN: Come, thou redeemer of the earth
Rorate coeli William Byrd
The Flower of Jesse. George Oldroyd
HYMN:O come, o come Emmanuel
The blessed son of God. R. Vaughan Williams
HYMN: On Jordan's Banks
St. John the Baptist. Ernest Bullock
HYMN: Ye who claim the faith of Jesus
I sing of a maiden. Lennox Berkeley
HYMN: Hark! A thrilling voice is sounding
We wait for thy loving kindness, O God. William McKie
HYMN: Lo, he comes with clouds descending
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Sunday, December 21
And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked with favor on the lowliness of his servant. Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed.”
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, in-person & streamed
10:00 a.m. Choral Eucharist, in-person & streamed
With St. Paul's Choir, Organ. Ben Bachmann, Director of Music and Organist.
MUSIC
Prelude: 1st Antiphon on the Magnificat Op. 18 Marcel Dupre
Mass:Gloria S-280, Sanctus S-131, Our Father S-119, Agnus Dei-S-166
Gradual Psalm: Canticle 3: Song of Mary Magnificat Tone VIII
Offertory Anthem: Lo, how a Rose e’er blooming Michael Praetorious
Communion Motet: I sing of a maiden Patrick Hadley
Postlude: Fugue on the Magnificat BWV733 J. S. Bach
Hymns: 1982-56, LEVAS-13, 1982-54
10:00 a.m. Choral Eucharist, in-person & streamed
With St. Paul's Choir, Organ. Ben Bachmann, Director of Music and Organist.
MUSIC
Prelude: 1st Antiphon on the Magnificat Op. 18 Marcel Dupre
Mass:Gloria S-280, Sanctus S-131, Our Father S-119, Agnus Dei-S-166
Gradual Psalm: Canticle 3: Song of Mary Magnificat Tone VIII
Offertory Anthem: Lo, how a Rose e’er blooming Michael Praetorious
Communion Motet: I sing of a maiden Patrick Hadley
Postlude: Fugue on the Magnificat BWV733 J. S. Bach
Hymns: 1982-56, LEVAS-13, 1982-54
Noon Cookies & Carols, in-person
Christmas Carol Sing-Along
In the Parish Hall after the 10am service.
Pull out your Christmas sweater for St. Paul's annual Annual Cookies & Carols Sing-Along, a joyous event for all ages!
Sing your favorite Christmas carols along with fellow parishioners, Ben Bachmann delighting us at the piano, and munch on festive homemade treats!
PLEASE BRING HOLIDAY COOKIES TO SHARE!
Christmas Carol Sing-Along
In the Parish Hall after the 10am service.
Pull out your Christmas sweater for St. Paul's annual Annual Cookies & Carols Sing-Along, a joyous event for all ages!
Sing your favorite Christmas carols along with fellow parishioners, Ben Bachmann delighting us at the piano, and munch on festive homemade treats!
PLEASE BRING HOLIDAY COOKIES TO SHARE!
Christmas Eve
Wednesday, December 24
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!”
5:00 p.m. Family Christmas Eve Service, in-person & streamed
Celebrate the Joy of Christmas with Us! Everyone is welcome!
Join us in a beautifully decorated church, gather in candlelight to sing Silent Night, and welcome the wonder of Christmas.
This year’s Children & Youth Ministry has planned a very special no-rehearsal Christmas Pageant — just come as you are! Children will be invited forward during the service to receive a simple costume and a part in the story.
We hope you and your family will join us for this joyful celebration!
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, rector.
Benjamin Bachmann, FAGO, MMus, Director of Music and organist.
Celebrate the Joy of Christmas with Us! Everyone is welcome!
Join us in a beautifully decorated church, gather in candlelight to sing Silent Night, and welcome the wonder of Christmas.
This year’s Children & Youth Ministry has planned a very special no-rehearsal Christmas Pageant — just come as you are! Children will be invited forward during the service to receive a simple costume and a part in the story.
We hope you and your family will join us for this joyful celebration!
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, rector.
Benjamin Bachmann, FAGO, MMus, Director of Music and organist.
10:30 p.m. CONCERT, in-person & streamed
Christmas Eve: A Carol Prelude
Arrive early to take in the beauty of the decorated church and glorious carols sung by the choir.
Ben Bachmann, MMus, FAGO, Director of Music and organist.
With St. Paul's Choir.
MUSIC
O little town of Bethlehem, English trad. Arr. RVW
The blessed Son of God, RVW
The Virgin Mary had a baby boy, Traditional arr. Jester Hairston
The Cherry Tree Carol, Traditional arr. David Willcocks
Noel Suisse, Louis Daquin (organ solo)
What child is this? Traditional arr. Paul Halley
The holly and the ivy, Traditional arr. H. Walford Davies
I sing of a maiden, Lennox Berkeley.
Christmas Eve: A Carol Prelude
Arrive early to take in the beauty of the decorated church and glorious carols sung by the choir.
Ben Bachmann, MMus, FAGO, Director of Music and organist.
With St. Paul's Choir.
MUSIC
O little town of Bethlehem, English trad. Arr. RVW
The blessed Son of God, RVW
The Virgin Mary had a baby boy, Traditional arr. Jester Hairston
The Cherry Tree Carol, Traditional arr. David Willcocks
Noel Suisse, Louis Daquin (organ solo)
What child is this? Traditional arr. Paul Halley
The holly and the ivy, Traditional arr. H. Walford Davies
I sing of a maiden, Lennox Berkeley.
11:00 p.m. Candlelight Christmas Eve Midnight Mass, in-person & streamed
Traditional candlelight service with choir, anthems, and carols. First Mass of Christmas.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, rector.
Benjamin Bachmann, MMus, FAGO, Director of Music and organist.
With St. Paul's Choir.
MUSIC
Mass: Gloria-S-278, Sanctus-S-128, our father-S-119, Agnus Dei-S-165
Gradual Psalm: 96. Hanforth
Offertory Anthem: On this day, earth shall ring. H.C. Stewart
Communion Motet: Coventry Carol, traditional
Postlude: Carrillon de Westminster. Louis Vierne
Hymns: 83, LEVAS-21, 111, 87
Traditional candlelight service with choir, anthems, and carols. First Mass of Christmas.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, rector.
Benjamin Bachmann, MMus, FAGO, Director of Music and organist.
With St. Paul's Choir.
MUSIC
Mass: Gloria-S-278, Sanctus-S-128, our father-S-119, Agnus Dei-S-165
Gradual Psalm: 96. Hanforth
Offertory Anthem: On this day, earth shall ring. H.C. Stewart
Communion Motet: Coventry Carol, traditional
Postlude: Carrillon de Westminster. Louis Vierne
Hymns: 83, LEVAS-21, 111, 87
Christmas Day
Thursday, December 25
10:00 a.m. Candlelight Mass of Christmas Day, in-person & streamed
Traditional candlelight service for Christmas Day.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, rector.
Benjamin Bachmann, FAGO, MMus, Director of Music and organist.
St. Paul’s Choir.
MUSIC
Prelude: In dulci jubilo. Leo Sowerby
Mass:Gloria-S-278, Sanctus-S-128, our father-S-119, Agnus Dei-S-165
Gradual Psalm: 97
Offertory Anthem: On this day. C. H. Stewart
Communion Motet: the Holly and the Ivy arr. Walford Davies
Postlude: In dulci jubilo. J. S. Bach
Hymns:96, 89, 100
If you are able, plan to stay after the service and help deliver hot meals to our neighbors! Merry Christmas!
Traditional candlelight service for Christmas Day.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, rector.
Benjamin Bachmann, FAGO, MMus, Director of Music and organist.
St. Paul’s Choir.
MUSIC
Prelude: In dulci jubilo. Leo Sowerby
Mass:Gloria-S-278, Sanctus-S-128, our father-S-119, Agnus Dei-S-165
Gradual Psalm: 97
Offertory Anthem: On this day. C. H. Stewart
Communion Motet: the Holly and the Ivy arr. Walford Davies
Postlude: In dulci jubilo. J. S. Bach
Hymns:96, 89, 100
If you are able, plan to stay after the service and help deliver hot meals to our neighbors! Merry Christmas!
