Mass for the Nativity of the Lord (December 25, 2023)

Welcome to Mass for the Nativity of the Lord (December 25, 2023) from SS. Isidore and Maria Parish at St. Paul Church, Glastonbury, Connecticut

Readings
Worship aid

Prelude: Once in Royal Davids City (featuring Combined Children and Youth Choirs)
Prelude: Angel’s Carol (featuring Combined Children and Youth Choirs)

Opening Hymn: O Come, All Ye Faithful
Glory to God
First reading: Isiah 62:1-5
Psalm: Today a Savior has been born to us.
Second Reading: Acts of the Apostles 13:16-17, 22-25
Alleluia verse: I proclaim to you good news of great joy: today a savior is born for us, Christ the Lord.
Gospel Reading: Matthew 1:1-25
Homily
Preparation hymn: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Holy Holy Holy
Mystery of Faith: We proclaim your death, O Lord, and profess your resurrection until you come again.
Amen
Lamb of God
Communion Songs: The First Noel; O Holy Night, featuring Emily Walsh, soprano and Adam Giroux, baritone; O Little Town of Bethlehem
Communion Reflection: Father Mark Suslenko, Pastor, SS. Isidore and Maria Parish
Communion Meditation: Silent Night
Hymn for Going Forth: Joy to the World

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