Good Tidings of Great Joy (2312)
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“Lo I bring you good tidings of great joy!” The angels spoke these words to the shepherds on the hillside of Judea on the day Jesus was born. These good tidings are still heralded around the world through those who, [...]
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From the Manger to the Cross (drama) (EOB1703)
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FROM THE MANGER TO THE CROSS
An Easter drama given through the eyes of those closest to Jesus. Characters include Peter, John the Baptist, John, James, Mary Magdalene and Mary.
Peter: Hello. I’m Peter. I’m sure that you have all heard about [...]
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Hanging of the Greens (EOB1603)
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HANGING OF THE GREENS
A TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
Scriptures, Carols, Symbols
Editor’s Note: Please read endnotei for suggestions regarding this celebration.
PRELUDE
Selected Christmas Music
(Band, orchestra, choir, ensembles, or recorded music)
PRAYER
PURPOSE EXPRESSED IN SONG
O Come All Ye Faithful
Joy to the World
PART 1
THE CHRISTMAS STORY [...]
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Twelve Days of Christmas (EOB1503)
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Christians who are not part of liturgical church traditions have no understanding of the enormous importance of the “Twelve Days of Christmas.” Contrary to modern belief, these are not the twelve days before Christmas, but in the Western Church are the [...]
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