A Christmas Eve Service

Below is the bare outline of a Christmas Eve service that can be adapted and suited to fit the character of any church. Because Christmas is an occasion of great rejoicing, the Christmas Eve service should bear all the marks of a great festive occasion. THE MUSIC OF CHRISTMAS (The service may begin with a 30 minute festive carol sing) THE FESTIVE ENTRANCE (Choir, dancers, banner carriers, and ministers assemble at the back of the church) Minister:Rejoicing in the birth of Christ child, let us go forth in peace, Alleluia, Alleluia. People:In the name of Christ, Amen, Alleluia, Alleluia. Entrance Hymns: "O Come All Ye Faithful" and "Of the Father's Love Begotten" Commentary: Make the procession festive. Use liturgical dance, banners, incense, musical instruments. Express festivity and joy. Process around the church. Sing from all corners of the church. Make it alive. After all are in their place, continue to sing "Of the Father's Love Begotten" as a way of expressing the myste…