Nativity of Our Lord
A Service of Holy Communion
with Candlelighting
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
Lakeland, Florida
Christmas Eve. In winter’s deepest night, we welcome the light of the Christ child. Isaiah declares that the light of the long-promised king will illumine the world and bring endless peace and justice. Paul reminds us that the grace of God through Jesus Christ brings salvation to all people. The angels declare that Jesus’ birth is good and joyful news for everyone, including lowly shepherds. Filled with the light that shines in our lives, we go forth to share the light of Christ with the whole world.
PRE-SERVICE MUSIC
Holy Child within the Manger Worship Band
What Child Is This
Glory (Let There Be Peace)
Offering
One Small Child
Hallelujah
Jesus Christ the Apple Tree Pr. Olga-Maria Cruz
Still, Still, Still Chancel Choir
+ GATHERING +
LIGHTING THE ADVENT WREATH
The prophet Isaiah shares a word with a waiting world. “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness on them light has shined… For a child has been born for us, a son given to us; authority rests upon his shoulders.”
“He is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
“His authority shall grow continually, and there shall be endless peace for the throne of David and his kingdom. He will establish and uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time onward and forevermore.”
“The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this.”
Light One Candle to Watch for Messiah
ELW 240
Light one candle to watch for Messiah:
let the light banish darkness.
He shall bring salvation to Israel,
God fulfills the promise.
Light two candles to watch for Messiah:
let the light banish darkness.
He shall feed the flock like a shepherd,
gently lead them homeward.
Light three candles to watch for Messiah:
let the light banish darkness.
Lift your heads and lift high the gateway
for the King of glory.
Light four candles to watch for Messiah:
let the light banish darkness.
He is coming, tell the glad tidings.
Let your lights be shining!
As we stand faithfully on the brink of God’s time, we light the candles of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love.
Tonight we enter God’s time, faithfully. We light the Christ Candle to celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus, the Light coming into the world.
PRELUDE
Lo! How A Rose E’er Blooming
arr. Hayes/Gaspard
CONFESSIONS AND FORGIVENESS
All may make the sign of the cross, the sign that is marked at
baptism, as the presiding minister begins.
Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God,
Wonderful Counselor,
Mighty Savior,
Prince of Peace.
Amen.
Trusting in God’s steadfast love and faithfulness,
let us confess our sin.
Silence is kept for reflection.
Reconciling God,
we yearn for your presence to transform
our grief, pain, and despair.
We confess that we have not always prepared
room in our hearts for your love;
we have not always recognized
your presence among us;
we have not always embraced your message of peace.
We cry out, weary with the burden of violence,
oppression, and fear.
We confess our failure to make room
for those seeking refuge;
our participation in violent systems
that harm your innocent ones;
our reluctance to embody your good news.
Be born in us today
and teach us to sing the joyful song of your salvation.
Amen.
God’s grace upon grace flows over you.
Christ’s presence redeems the whole creation.
Your sins are forgiven. Let the earth rejoice and be glad!
Amen.
PROCESSIONAL HYMN
O Come, All Ye Faithful
ELW 283
O come, all ye faithful,
joyful and triumphant!
O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem;
come and behold him,
born the king of angels:
Refrain
O come, let us adore him,
O come, let us adore him,
O come, let us adore him,
Christ the Lord!
The highest, most holy,
light of light eternal,
born of a virgin, a mortal he comes;
Son of the Father
now in flesh appearing! Refrain
Sing, choirs of angels,
sing in exultation,
sing, all ye citizens of heaven above!
Glory to God
in the highest: Refrain
Yea, Lord, we greet thee,
born this happy morning;
Jesus, to thee be glory giv'n!
Word of the Father,
now in flesh appearing: Refrain
GREETING
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
And also with you.
PRAYER OF THE DAY
Let us pray.
Almighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus’ presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of his glory; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Amen.
+ WORD +
FIRST READING: Isaiah 9:2-7
2 The people who walked in darkness
have seen a great light;
those who lived in a land of deep darkness —
on them light has shined.
3You have multiplied the nation,
you have increased its joy;
they rejoice before you
as with joy at the harvest,
as people exult when dividing plunder.
4For the yoke of their burden,
and the bar across their shoulders,
the rod of their oppressor,
you have broken as on the day of Midian.
5For all the boots of the tramping warriors
and all the garments rolled in blood
shall be burned as fuel for the fire.
6For a child has been born for us,
a son given to us;
authority rests upon his shoulders;
and he is named
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
7His authority shall grow continually,
and there shall be endless peace
for the throne of David and his kingdom.
He will establish and uphold it
with justice and with righteousness
from this time onward and forevermore.
The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this.
The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
PSALM: Psalm 96
1 Sing to the Lord a new song;
sing to the Lord, all the earth.
2 Sing to the Lord, bless the name of the Lord;
proclaim God’s salvation from day to day.
3 Declare God’s glory among the nations
and God’s wonders among all peoples.
4 For great is the Lord and greatly to be praised,
more to be feared than all gods.
5 As for all the gods of the nations, they are but idols;
but you, O Lord, have made the heavens.
6 Majesty and magnificence are in your presence;
power and splendor are in your sanctuary.
7 Ascribe to the Lord, you families of the peoples,
ascribe to the Lord honor and power.
8 Ascribe to the Lord the honor due the holy name;
bring offerings and enter the courts of the Lord.
9 Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness;
tremble before the Lord, all the earth.
10 Tell it out among the nations: “The Lord is king!
The one who made the world so firm that it cannot be moved will judge the peoples with equity.”
11 Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad;
let the sea thunder and all that is in it; let the field be joyful and all that is therein.
12 Then shall all the trees of the wood shout for joy at your coming, O Lord,
for you come to judge the earth.
13 You will judge the world with righteousness
and the people with your truth.
SECOND READING: Titus 2:11-14
11The grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all, 12training us to renounce impiety and worldly passions, and in the present age to live lives that are self-controlled, upright, and godly, 13while we wait for the blessed hope and the manifestation of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ. 14He it is who gave himself for us that he might redeem us from all iniquity and purify for himself a people of his own who are zealous for good deeds.
The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
Angels We Have Heard on High
ELW 289
Refrain
Gloria in excelsis Deo;
gloria in excelsis Deo.
GOSPEL: Luke 2:1-20
The holy gospel according to Luke, the second chapter.
Glory to you, O Lord.
1In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria. 3All went to their own towns to be registered. 4Joseph also went from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, because he was descended from the house and family of David. 5He went to be registered with Mary, to whom he was engaged and who was expecting a child. 6While they were there, the time came for her to deliver her child. 7And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.
8In that region there were shepherds living in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9Then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid; for see — I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: 11to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord. 12This will be a sign for you: you will find a child wrapped in bands of cloth and lying in a manger." 13And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host, praising God and saying,
14"Glory to God in the highest heaven,
and on earth peace among those whom he favors!"
15When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let us go now to Bethlehem and see this thing that has taken place, which the Lord has made known to us." 16So they went with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the child lying in the manger. 17When they saw this, they made known what had been told them about this child; 18and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds told them. 19But Mary treasured all these words and pondered them in her heart. 20The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them.
This gospel of the Lord.
Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMON Rev. Dr. Olga-Maria Cruz
HYMN OF THE DAY
Love Has Come
ELW 292
Love has come—a light in the darkness!
Love shines forth in the Bethlehem skies.
See, all heaven has come to proclaim it;
hear how their song of joy arises:
Love! Love! Born unto you, a Savior!
Love! Love! Glory to God on high.
Love is born! Come, share in the wonder.
Love is God now asleep in the hay.
See the glow in the eyes of his mother;
what is the name her heart is saying?
Love! Love! Love is the name she whispers;
Love! Love! Jesus, Immanuel.
Love has come and never will leave us!
Love is life everlasting and free.
Love is Jesus within and among us.
Love is the peace our hearts are seeking.
Love! Love! Love is the gift of Christmas;
Love! Love! Praise to you, God on high!
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION
Empowered by the news of Christ’s birth, let us pray boldly for the church, creation, and all who are in need.
A brief silence.
Gathering God, you bring your people from every corner of the earth together before the manger that you have made a throne. Unite the church in love as we rejoice in the news of your coming. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Creating God, you brought forth the earth and all that is in it. Join our voices with the roaring seas, the exulting fields, and the trees of the forest singing for joy on this holy night. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Transforming God, the world trembles amid violence and war. Empower our hands, feet, and hearts with your Spirit, to shatter the rod of the oppressor, and turn swords into plowshares, especially in Gaza, Ukraine, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Sudan. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Shepherding God, the holy family found shelter around the animals’ manger. Draw near to those experiencing homelessness, those who are alone this holiday season, and all for whom this world makes no room. Wrap all your children in bands of love and mercy especially Mary, Mabel, Doris, June, Ann, Julie, Carol, Anne, Judy, Jeff, Gloria, Lydia, Brian, James & Grace, Katie, Wil, Amy, Bob & Jane, Scott, Lynda, Ron & Flo, Mac, Monica, Avery, Doris, John, Abby, Mike, Tim, Arleen, Betty, Linda, Kristen, Natalie, Henry, Glenn, Gary, Connie, Greg, Beverly, Helen & Ron, and Max. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Nurturing God, you dwell with us in humble places. Sustain housing and clothing ministries in our community, that all may find shelter and warmth. We pray especially for youth seeking safety and care. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
Abiding God, you remain at the side of all the departed. Grant those who mourn hope in the resurrection and peace in Christ Jesus. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
With the joy of Christ’s birth in our hearts, we commend our prayers to you, O God, trusting in your boundless mercy and eternal love; through Jesus Christ our Savior.
Amen.
SHARING OF THE PEACE
The peace of Christ be with you all.
And also with you.
+ MEAL+
OFFERING
OFFERTORY
From Starry Skies Descending
Liguori
OFFERING SONG
Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful
ELW 184
Let the vineyards be fruitful, Lord,
and fill to the brim our cup of blessing.
Gather a harvest from the seeds that were sown,
that we may be fed with the bread of life.
Gather the hopes and dreams of all;
unite them with the prayers we offer.
Grace our table with your presence,
and give us a foretaste of the feast to come.
OFFERING PRAYER
God of glory,
great are your wonders among us
and many are the blessings you bestow.
Use us and these your gifts for the needs of the world,
that all the ends of the earth may rejoice in your saving grace,
through Christ our Savior.
Amen.
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
DIALOGUE
The Lord be with you.
Also with you.
Lift up your hearts
We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give thanks and praise.
PREFACE
It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, through our Savior Jesus Christ. In the wonder and mystery of the Word made flesh you have opened the eyes of faith to a new and radiant vision of your glory, that, beholding the God made visible, we may be drawn to love the God whom we cannot see. And so, with all the choirs of angels, with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn:
HOLY, HOLY, HOLY (page 108)
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of pow'r and might,
heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest.
THANKSGIVING AT THE TABLE
Holy One, the beginning and the end, the giver of life:
Blessed are you for the birth of creation.
Blessed are you in the darkness and in the light.
Blessed are you for your promise to your people.
Blessed are you in the prophets’ hopes and dreams.
Blessed are you for Mary’s openness to your will.
Blessed are you for your Son Jesus,
the Word made flesh.
In the night in which he was handed over,
our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks.
He broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying:
Take and eat; this is my body, given for you.
Do this for the remembrance of me.
Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks,
and gave it for all to drink, saying:
This cup is the new covenant in my blood,
shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin.
Do this for the remembrance of me.
Let us proclaim the mystery of faith:
Christ has died.
Christ is risen.
Christ will come again.
With this bread and cup, we remember your Word
dwelling among us, full of grace and truth.
We remember our new birth in his death and resurrection.
We look with hope for his coming.
Come, Lord Jesus.
Holy God, we long for your Spirit.
Come among us. Bless this meal.
May your Word take flesh in us.
Awaken your people. Fill us with your light.
Bring the gift of peace on earth.
Come, Holy Spirit.
All praise and glory are yours, Holy One of Israel,
Word of God incarnate, Power of the Most High,
one God, now and forever.
Amen.
Gathered into one by the Holy Spirit, let us pray as Jesus taught us:
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy name,
thy kingdom come,
thy will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread;
and forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us;
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
and the power, and the glory,
forever and ever. Amen.
INVITATION TO COMMUNION
God is now in flesh appearing.
Come to the feast of joy!
Thanks be to God.
DISTRIBUTION OF HOLY COMMUNION
In Holy Communion, the baptized children of God are invited by the Lord to the Lord’s Table where we receive Jesus’ very body and blood in, with, and under the bread and wine. We commune at the head of the aisle receiving the host and then moving to receive wine or grape juice by individual cup. The ushers will direct you. Gluten free bread is available. If you wish to commune but cannot come forward, let an usher know and Pastor will come to you. For those who do not wish to commune, they are welcome to come forward to receive a blessing from Pastor.
COMMUNION HYMNS
The First Noel
ELW 300
The first Noel the angel did say
was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay;
in fields where they lay, keeping their sheep,
on a cold winter's night that was so deep.
Refrain
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel!
Born is the King of Israel.
They looked up and saw a star
shining in the east beyond them far;
and to the earth it gave great light,
and so it continued both day and night. Refrain
And by the light of that same star
three wise men came from country far;
to seek for a king was their intent,
and to follow the star wherever it went. Refrain
This star drew near to the northwest,
o'er Bethlehem it took its rest;
and there it did both stop and stay
right over the place where Jesus lay. Refrain
Then entered in those wise men three,
full rev'rently upon their knee,
and offered there in his presence
their gold, and myrrh, and frankincense. Refrain
It Came Upon the Midnight Clear
ELW 282
It came upon the midnight clear,
that glorious song of old,
from angels bending near the earth
to touch their harps of gold:
"Peace on the earth, good will to all,
from heav'n's all-gracious king."
The world in solemn stillness lay
to hear the angels sing.
Still through the cloven skies they come
with peaceful wings unfurled,
and still their heav'nly music floats
o'er all the weary world.
Above its sad and lowly plains
they bend on hov'ring wing,
and ever o'er its babel sounds
the blessed angels sing.
And you, beneath life's crushing load,
whose forms are bending low,
who toil along the climbing way
with painful steps and slow:
look now, for glad and golden hours
come swiftly on the wing;
oh, rest beside the weary road
and hear the angels sing!
For lo! The days are hast'ning on,
by prophets seen of old,
when with the ever-circling years
shall come the time foretold,
when peace shall over all the earth
its ancient splendors fling,
and all the world give back the song
which now the angels sing.
BLESSING AFTER COMMUNION
May the body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace.
Amen.
+ SENDING +
LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES
The Pastor will light her candle from the Christ Candle and the ushers will light their candles from hers. They will light the candle of the first worshiper in each row. That person will offer their light to the person next to them, allowing them to tilt their candlewick for lighting. Please note that the unlit candle tips. Take care to hold candles upright and away from clothing and hair. Parents, please take special precautions with small children.
HYMN:
Silent Night, Holy Night
ELW 281
Silent night, holy night!
All is calm, all is bright
round yon virgin mother and child.
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
sleep in heavenly peace,
sleep in heavenly peace.
Silent night, holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight;
glories stream from heaven afar,
heav'nly hosts sing, alleluia!
Christ, the Savior, is born!
Christ, the Savior, is born!
Silent night, holy night!
Son of God, love's pure light
radiant beams from your holy face,
with the dawn of redeeming grace,
Jesus, Lord, at your birth,
Jesus, Lord, at your birth.
BENEDICTION
The triune God,
glorious Mystery,
holy Incarnate One,
abiding Comforter,
bless you with endless grace, peace, and joy.
Amen.
SENDING CAROL:
Go, Tell It on the Mountain
ELW 290
Refrain
Go tell it on the mountain,
over the hills and ev'rywhere;
go tell it on the mountain
that Jesus Christ is born!
While shepherds kept their watching
o'er silent flocks by night,
behold, throughout the heavens
there shone a holy light. Refrain
The shepherds feared and trembled
when, lo, above the earth
rang out the angel chorus
that hailed our Savior's birth. Refrain
Down in a lonely manger
the humble Christ was born;
and God sent us salvation
that blessed Christmas morn. Refrain
DISMISSAL
Go in joy. Embody God’s redeeming grace.
Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE
Joy to the World
arr. Donald Hustad
“Sights and Sounds of the Season”
Given by In Memory of
Lynn Powers Richard M. Powers
John C. Edwards Carol Edwards &
Parents Mr. & Mrs. C.C. Edwards
Jonathan & Sandra Thiele Karl Thiele & Horace Hanchard
Terry Millican My Dad, Murrell Gillan
Caroline Low Gene Low
Michael & Nancy Fish Our Parents
Milo Banbury Donald Banbury
Debbie & Betty Hilliard Our Parents
Mary Flekke John & Muriel Flekke
Rita E. Fandrich Parents
Patrick & Laura Blanchette & Sons Laura’s Parents & Brother,
& Pat’s Parents
Jean Fico John Fico
Janet Morris Family
Dad & Al Mallory Shocik
Mary G. Gillan Basil W. Atwood
Arthur & Melanie Pranno James Dixon and William Hibbard
Given by In Honor of
Sharon & Marty Lewis Our Grandchildren
Jonathan & Sandra Thiele Natalie Thiele & Gloria Hanchard
Kev & Cheri Zarnstorff Jesus Christ
Terry Millican Our Savior’s Birth
Caroline Low Christ Child
Terry & Carla McGee The Ministry of Pr. Olga-Maria
Mary G. Gillan Murrell M. Gillan
Barbara Carpanini The Christ Child
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Holy Child within the Manger, Text and music Marty Haugen, b. 1950. Text and music © 1987 G.I.A. Publications, Inc. Reprinted and/or streamed with permission under OneLicense #A-722274. All rights reserved.
What Child Is This, Text: William C. Dix, 1837-1898. Music: English ballad, 16th cent. Public domain.
Glory (Let There Be Peace), Words and Music: Chris Stevens, Matt Maher, and Rachel Popadic. Words and Music © Meaux Mercy | Be Essential Songs | I Am A Pilgrim Songs | Rachel Taylor Music. Reprinted and/or streamed with permission under CCLI License # 2241477. All rights reserved.
Offering, Words and Music: Paul Baloche, b. 1962. Text and music © 2002 Integrity's Hosanna! Music. Reprinted and/or streamed with permission under CCLI License # 2241477. All rights reserved.
One Small Child, Text and music: David Meece, b. 1952. Text and music © 1971 Word Music, LLC. Reprinted and/or streamed with permission under CCLI License # 2241477. All rights reserved.
Hallelujah, Words and Music: Darlene Zschech, b. 1965. Text and music © 2000 Wondrous Music. Reprinted and/or streamed with permission under CCLI License # 2241477. All rights reserved.
Jesus Christ the Apple Tree, Text: attr. Richard Hutchins, fl 1759, from the collection of Joshua Smith, New Hampshire, 1784. Public domain. Music: Elizabeth Poston, 1905-1987. Music © 1967 Elizabeth Poston, admin Multitude of Voyces. Streamed with permission under OneLicense #A-722274. All rights reserved.
Still, Still, Still, Text: tr. Patricia Halbeck. Music: German traditional carol, arr. Anna Laura Page, b. 1943. Arr. © 1992 Alfred Publishing Co., Inc. All rights reserved.
Light One Candle to Watch for Messiah, Text: Wayne L. Wold, b. 1954. Text © 1984 Fortress Press. Music: Yiddish folk tune, Arr © Augsburg Fortress. Text and music reprinted and/or streamed with permission under OneLicense A-722274. All rights reserved.
Lo, How a Rose, Tune: ES IST EIN ROS ENTSPRUNGEN, Kolner Gesangbuch, 1599. Music: Mark Hayes, b. 1953, Arr. Marvin Gaspard, b. 1953. Music: © 2023 Lorenz Publishing Company, admin. Music Services. Streamed with permission under OneLicense #A-722274. All rights reserved.
O Come, All Ye Faithful. Text: attr. John Francis Wade, 1711-1786; tr. Frederick Oakeley, 1802-1880, sts. 1, 3-4; tr. unknown, st. 2. Music: attr. John Francis Wade. Public domain
Angels We Have Heard on High, Text: French carol; tr. H. F. Hemy, The Crown of Jesus Music, 1864. Music: French carol; arr. Edward S. Barnes, 1887-1958. Public domain.
Love Has Come, Text: Ken Bible, b. 1950. Text ©1996, 1997 LNWhymns.com, admin Music Services, Inc. Text reprinted and/or streamed with permission under CCLI License # 2241477. All rights reserved. Music: F. Seguin, Recueil de noëls composés en langue provençale, 1856, Arr. © 2003 Augsburg Fortress. Music reprinted and/or streamed with permission under OneLicense #A-722274. All rights reserved.
From Starry Skies Descending, Words: Alphonsus Ligouri, 1696-1787. Music: Traditional Italian carol, arr. Jimmy Baas. Arr. © 2024 BLP Choral Music. All rights reserved.
Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful, Music: Ronald A. Nelson, b. 1927. Text and music © 1978 Lutheran Book of Worship, admin. Augsburg Fortress. Reprinted and/or streamed with permission under OneLicense #A-722274. All rights reserved.
The First Noel, Text: English traditional. Music: English traditional, arr. John Stainer, 1840-1901. Public domain.
It Came Upon the Midnight Clear, Text: Edmund H. Sears, 1810-1876. Music: Richard S. Willis, 1819-1900. Public domain.
Silent Night, Text: Joseph Mohr, 1792-1849; tr. John F. Young, 1820-1885. Music: Franz Gruber, 1787-1863. Public domain
Go Tell It on the Mountain. Text: African American spiritual, refrain; John W. Work, Jr., 1872-1925, stanzas, alt. Music: African American spiritual. Public domain.
Joy to the World, Music: English melody, 18th cent.; arr. Donald P. Hustad, 1918-2013. Arr. © 1965 Hope Publishing Company. Streamed with permission under OneLicense #A-722274. All rights reserved.
