A Service For The Hanging Of The Greens

The hanging of the greens, or the greening of the church, is the act of decorating the church in the spirit of Advent and Christmas. In recent years it has been recognized that the work of hanging the greens should be done in the context of worship. Therefore it is recommended that the church be brought together in a special time of worship (perhaps on the weekend before the first Sunday of Advent) to green the church and hang the Advent wreath. Acts of worship may include Scriptures, prayers, explanation, and blessings of the bells, candles, crche, boughs, holly, ivy, poinsettias, the Christmas tree, and the Advent wreath. ENTRANCE The Entrance Hymn During the Entrance Hymn, a procession may occur in which a sample of each of the greens to be hung is brought to a table in the front of the church. The Greeting and Call to Worship An Act of Praise An Opening Prayer THE SERVICE OF THE WORD Let us walk in the light of the Lord. Scripture Reading: Isaiah 2:15 *Blessing of cand…