Love Was Born a King

Luke 2:1-7 This musical tells the story of a choir director trying to have a Christmas Cantata rehearsal but gets very distracted by the unexpected chaos around the church when the local homeless come to stay. In the process of problem-solving, small miracles happen along the way. December 24 10:00 Scripture and Song Christmas Eve Service Various Scriptures The Christmas story will be read interspersed with Christmas songs in this Lesson and Carol format, complete with communion and candlelight, as we retell the birth of our Savior. 3:00 Contemporary Christmas Eve Service Listen to “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” Luke 2:8-12 With the angelic host proclaim, “Christ is born in Bethlehem!” Jesus Christ is, indeed, born this day as we celebrate the inbreaking of God into human existence. These three stanzas (although John Wesley wrote 5 verses) are rich in theological and biblical meaning as they articulate the significance of Jesus’ birth. This “Hymn for Christmas Day” (as it was originally titled) rings out with joy as we celebrate this special night. So let us join with the angels as we too sing, “Glory to the newborn King!” in this contemporary format with the praise team, communion, and candlelight. Reflection Questions: How is Jesus the King of your life? Have you been reconciled to God in Jesus Christ and if so, what does that mean to you? How does Jesus’ birth impact what you believe and how you live? Listen to “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” 5:00 Family Bell Service This KGPC tradition in a shortened child-friendly format filled with the ringing of bells, Christmas songs, and an original retelling of the Christmas story. 7:00 Traditional Christmas Eve Service Listen to “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” Luke 2:8-12 With the angelic host proclaim, “Christ is born in Bethlehem!” Jesus Christ is, indeed, born this night as we celebrate the inbreaking of God into human existence. These three stanzas (although John Wesley wrote 5 verses) are rich in theological and biblical meaning as they articulate the significance of Jesus’ birth. This “Hymn for Christmas Day” (as it was originally titled) rings out with joy as we celebrate this special night. So let us join with the angels as we too sing, “Glory to the newborn King!” with the choir, communion, and candlelight. Reflection Questions: How is Jesus the King of your life? Have you been reconciled to God in Jesus Christ and if so, what does that mean to you? How does Jesus’ birth impact what you believe and how you live? Listen to “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”