Advent & Christmas
Christmas Eve worship | Wednesday, Dec. 24
“God came down that we may have love…Hallelujah forevermore!” Come celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ in Christmas Eve worship. May the blessings of the season be with you!
12 p.m. | Holy Communion & Carols
All the glory of Christmas Eve at noontime. Scripture and hymns tell the story of this holy night. Sara Olson-Smith preaches.
2 p.m. | Holy Communion & Carols
All the glory of Christmas Eve in an early-afternoon option. Scripture and hymns tell the story of this holy night. Sara Olson-Smith preaches.
4 p.m. | A Children’s Christmas Eve
A service focused toward children, with traditional carols and a lively children’s message. Children and youth choirs sing. Kids are invited to play a short Christmas piece on the piano as part of the pre-service music. Sign up online to play!
6 p.m. | Holy Communion with Open Spirit
The Open Spirit ensemble leads Christmas singing with a contemporary flair. Mark Niethammer preaches.
8 p.m. | A Service of Lessons & Carols
Music by the Chorale with candlelight. Mark Niethammer preaches.
10 p.m. | Candlelight Holy Communion
The evening concludes with Silent Night with strings, a darkened Sanctuary, worshipers’ candles. Mark Niethammer preaches.
No services on Christmas Day.
Holy Communion is served at the 12, 2, 6, and 10 p.m. services on Christmas Eve.
Childcare: The nursing moms room will be open with toys and childcare supplies. Childcare staff have the day off. Children are always welcome in worship.
Christmas Eve parking: In addition to St. Paul lots & side streets, Madison School lots across Brady Street are available. Observe extra care when crossing Brady Street. A St. Paul shuttle will make the rounds to help St. Paul transport St. Paul folk back and forth.
Open to being a Christmas greeter? Welcoming people into the warmth of St. Paul on Christmas Eve is a joyous experience. Would you be willing to spread some Christmas joy for about 30 to 45 minutes of your time before a particular worship service? Please contact Jennifer Garvey, 563-326-3547, jennifer@stpaulqc.org.
