The Parishioners of St. Dunstan’s sincerely welcome all who are visiting us today. Please make yourselves known to us and sign the guest book in the Narthex. Bishop of Maine: The Rt. Rev. Stephen Lane Rector: The Reverend Christopher J. Chornyak Deacon: The Rev. Joan Preble Parish Secretary: Heidi L. Riggs Wardens: Jo Cooper, Bob Hessler Treasurer: Margaret Stewart — Assistant Treasurer: Mary DeLong Clerk: Carie Snow Director of Lay Readers and Acolytes: Dianne Kelley Altar Guild Directress: Judy Stockbridge Head Usher/Greeter: Dan DeLong Episcopal Church Women: Peg Rudolph White, Louise Shipman Newsletter Editor: John Sheridan Loaves & Fishes: Joe Stockbridge, Harvey Kelley
Today in the city of David a Savior has been born to you….
What is Christmas? It is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, hope for the future. It is a fervent wish that every cup may overflow with blessings rich and eternal, and that every path may lead to peace. -- Agnes M. Pharo
Christmas Tree: The Christmas tree was given to St. Dunstan's by Jordan’s Natural Trees in thanksgiving for all the good work of the congregation. Holiday Office Hours: The office will be closed on Tuesday, December 25 and Tuesday, January 1st. The office WILL BE open on Friday, Dec 28th.
St. Dunstan’s Mission Statement St. Dunstan’s is a diverse, growing church family, striving to provide opportunities for all to share in the responsibility of our life together; worshiping God and serving His people.
St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church Welcomes You
The Nativity of Our Lord December 24, 2012
TONIGHT’S LAY MINISTERS
THE NATIVITY OF OUR LORD December 24, 2012
Chalice Bearer: Jim Newett
Holy Eucharist 5:00 p.m. Rite II Hymnal
Crucifer: Jim Newett
Prayer Book
THE WORD OF GOD Prelude Processional Hymn 87 Salutation p. 355 Song of Praise 100 vs. 1,2 & 4 Collect of the Day p. 212 Reading Isaiah 9:2-7 The Psalm 96 p. 725 Sequence Hymn 89 vs. 1-2 The Gospel Luke 2:1-20 Sequence Hymn 89 vs. 3-4 Sermon The Rev. Christopher Chornyak Prayers of the People Response: Hear our prayer. The Peace p. 360 THE HOLY COMMUNION Offertory Hymn 99 Eucharistic Prayer C p. 369 Sanctus WLP 858 The Lord's Prayer p. 364 Breaking of the Bread (All are welcome to receive communion. Everyone