A service of stories and carols for all ages. Gather with friends for camaraderie and candles, reflection and refreshments.
The choir will sing.
Service Leaders: Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Service Coordinators: Cate Ziegler, Steve Lennon
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Order of Service
Centering Thought
There’s nothing like an old-fashioned Christmas – goodies on the groaning board, halls decked with holly berry, gaily wrapped presents piling up on the window sills, loved ones chiming carols. It can put you flat on your back for a month. ~ Jean Kerr
Fanfare
The Prince of Denmark’s March (Trumpet Voluntary) by Jeremiah Clarke
Daniel Clark, accompanying video by Ashlyn Noble
Choral Prelude
One Candle Lights the Way, by Albrecht and Althouse
UU Winnipeg Choir, directed by Shannon Unger, accompanied by Daniel Clark
Opening Words
The Eve Before Christmas, written and read by Steve Lennon
Chalice Lighting
We Each Have a Light (adapted), by Charles A. Gaines
Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Carol
#257 Twas in the Moon of Wintertime
Welcome and Land Acknowledgement
Cate Ziegler
Affirmation
Love Is the Spirit
Love is the spirit of this church, the quest for truth its sacrament, and service is its law.
This is our great covenant: to dwell together in peace, to seek truth in love, and to help one another to the end that all souls shall grow into harmony with life.
Story Wisdom
Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Sing and Rejoice
Meditation
If Angels Never Speak, by Linda DeDantis, led by Cate Ziegler
Reading
The Birth of Jesus, Luke 2:1-20
Dylan Fijal and Norm Cobb
Carol
Maria’s Lullaby, sung by Shannon Unger, accompanied by Daniel Clark
Reading
Think of the Magic, by Donald S. Harrington
Dylan Fijal, Cate Ziegler and Norm Cobb
Carol
#245 Joy to the World!
Reading
Old Christmas Smiled, by Mary Ann Evans
Steve Lennon
Carol
#235 Deck the Hall with Boughs of Holly
Reflection
Lost in Wonder!, by Rev. Stefan Jonasson
Carol
#251 Silent Night, Holy Night (Sung to candlelight)
Benediction
Bring Forth the New, by Helen Keller
Rev Stefan Jonasson
Chalice Extinguishing
Carry the flame of peace and love until we meet again (x2)
Then we shall see a world of light and a world of joy
Carry the flame of peace and love until we meet again
Gratitude
Gratitude to all who made this service happen, including
- Leader: Reverend Stefan Jonasson
- Coordinator: Cate Ziegler, Steve Lennon
- Readers: Dylan Fijal, Norm Cobb
- Music Director: Shannon Unger
- Music: Daniel Clark (piano), the UU Winnipeg Choir
- Coordinator Lifespan Religious Exploration (CLRE): Ana G.Castañeda A.
- Childcare Provider: Paulina Hernandez
- Tech Team: Arthur Burstow
- Centering/fanfare videos: Ashlyn Noble
- This service’s ushers, greeters, and hospitality volunteers, including Steve Lennon, Cate Ziegler, and others
- Maintenance and set up: Jessica Hamm and Alejandra Nikkel
- Music for Affirmation: P.J. Buchan
- Chalice Sculptor & Banner Designer: Jo’Anne Kelly
- Chalice Logo Designer: Nancy Gilbert
- Pastoral Care: Rev Stefan Jonasson
- Website and office support: Nathalie Waite
To contact SunServ (Sunday Services Team) with feedback or ideas for future services, please email worship@uuwinnipeg.mb.ca
Want to help on Sunday mornings? You can sign up for a hospitality setup or cleanup shift. Please contact the Volunteer Resources Committee or Norm Cobb or Jim Gardiner for other ways to help.
Please limit fragrances and scented products as much as you are able, so we may include all in our beloved community.
Please keep aisles clear, particularly for people with mobility challenges, and turn off electronic devices during the service.
Please refrain from taking photographs and making recordings during and after the service unless you have the express permission of all people involved. Thank you.
Topics: Christmas, Christmas Eve, Community, Holidays