lessons and carols

Preacher: Pastor Paul Stjernholm
Meditation Title: When Peace Was Born
Scripture: Luke 1:26-35, 38, Luke 2:1-7, Luke 2:8-14, Luke 2:22-40
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We celebrate the birth of Christ with a traditional service of Lessons and Carols. Nine Scripture readings lead us from the beginning of humanity’s walk with (and exile from) God, through the prophets, and then the virgin birth, shepherds, and wise men. Each passage is paired with a carol or song that matches its theme, and at the end of the service, we share the light of Jesus with one another, symbolically passing his flame and good news to each other with candles.

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Hey, y’all! Welcome to the Gary Church Podcast . . . from Gary Church, here in Wheaton, IL. We would love to have you worship with us! You may find more information about our next worship service at www.garychurch.org. This service, "Lessons and Carols," is one of music, art, and scripture.  We did not have a sermon but a reading of the Biblical salvation narrative through Advent scripture with the help of visual art and music. All of which makes it difficult to follow in a purely audio format. Thus, you are welcome to follow the links in the Show Notes to view the service . . . which we really hope you do! Thank you so much and my God bless you on this day!!!

• Video of the entire December 10, 2023- Lessons and Carols- Worship Service at Gary Church

A mash up of songs and readings from the Service of Lessons and Carols on The Second Sunday of Advent December 10, 2023

A mash up of songs and readings from the Service of Lessons and Carols on The Second Sunday of Advent December 10, 2023

Hey, y’all! Welcome to the Gary Church Podcast . . . from Gary Church, here in Wheaton, IL. We would love to have you worship with us! You may find more information about our next worship service at www.garychurch.org. This service, "Lessons and Carols," is one of music, art, and scripture.  We did not have a sermon but a reading of the Biblical salvation narrative through Advent scripture with the help of visual art and music. All of which makes it difficult to follow in a purely audio format. Thus, you are welcome to follow the links in the Show Notes to view the service . . . which we really hope you do! Thank you so much and my God bless you on this day!!!

• Video of the entire December 11, 2022- Lessons and Carols- Worship Service at Gary Church