Joy: A EuchArist for childrEn with BAptism
Welcome
The Lighting Of The Christ Candle
“The Light of Christ”
The light of Christ has come into the world. The light of Christ has come into the world.
Public Domain
The Opening Song
“I’ve
Got Peace Like a River”
I’ve got peace like a river
I’ve got peace like a river
I’ve got peace like a river in my soul
I’ve got peace like a river
I’ve got peace like a river
I’ve got peace like a river in a my soul
Other verses:
I’ve got joy like a fountain…
I’ve got love like an ocean….
Words: John 6; adapt. by Robert J. Batastini, and the Taize Community Copyright: © 1984 Les Presses de Taize. Used by permission of GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago. Reprinted under license #12077. All rights reserved.
The Opening Sentences
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. Celebrant There is one Body and one Spirit; People There is one hope in God’s call to us; Celebrant One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism People One God and Father of all.
The Collect
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.
Lord God, you have given us your only son Jesus to be our king. Let us have him rule our hearts and minds; in the name of God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
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The Gospel Procession
“I have decided to follow Jesus.”
I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus. No turning back, no turning back.
Other verses: Though none go with me, still I will follow… The cross I’ll carry ‘til I see Jesus… The cross before me, the world behind me… Public Domain
The Bible Story
The Song After The Story
“Praise Him, Praise Him”
Praise Him, praise Him all ye little children. God is love. God is love. Praise Him, praise Him all ye little children. God is love. God is love.
Other verses:
Love Him, Love Him all ye little children…
Thank Him, Thank Him all ye little children…. Serve Him, Serve Him all ye little children….
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Holy Baptism
Celebrant Will parents and godparent present the child for Baptism?
Sponsors I present N. to receive the Sacrament of Baptism.
Celebrant Will you who are presenting be responsible for bringing up your child in the Christian faith and life?
Sponsors I will, with God’s help.
Celebrant Will those of you in the Church welcome our new friend?
People We will.
Please be seated
Baptismal Sponsors stand, Congregation is seated
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Celebrant and People
The Children’s Creed
I believe in God the Father, who has made me and all the world.
I believe in God the Son, who has loved me and saved me.
I believe in God the Holy Spirit, who is in me and all creation.
The Sunday School Prayer
Celebrant and People
God be in my head. God be in my heart. God be in my left hand. God be in my right hand. God be in my whole life. Thanks be to God. Amen.
The Prayers
Leader Deliver them, O Lord, from the way of sin and death. People Lord, hear our prayer.
Leader Open their hearts to your grace and truth. People Lord, hear our prayer.
Leader Fill them with your holy and life-giving Spirit. People Lord, hear our prayer.
Leader Keep them in the faith and communion of your holy Church. People Lord, hear our prayer.
Leader Teach them to love others in the power of the Spirit. People Lord, hear our prayer.
Leader Send them into the world in witness to your love. People Lord, hear our prayer.
Leader Bring them to the fullness of your peace and glory. People Lord, hear our prayer.
The Blessing of the water
The Baptism and Annointing
Arthur Sword Leblanc, Son of Mallory and Daniel Leblanc
The Prayer of the Spirit
Celebrant Let us welcome the newly baptized. People We receive you into the household of God. Confess the faith of Christ crucified, proclaim his
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The Peace
resurrection, and share with us in his eternal priesthood.
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.
The Birthday Blessing
All Watch over your children, O Lord, as their days increase; bless and guide them wherever they may be. Strengthen them when they stand; comfort them when discouraged or sorrowful; raise them up if they fall; and in their hearts may your peace which passes under standing abide all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Offertory
“I
Want to Walk as a Child of Light”
I want to walk as a child of the light. I want to follow Jesus.
God set the stars to give light to the world. The star of my life is Jesus.
Refrain
In Him there is no darkness at all. The night and the day are both alike. The Lamb is the light of the city of God. Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.
I want to see the brightness of God. I want to look at Jesus.
Clear sun of righteousness shine on my path, and show me the way to the Father. Refrain
I’m looking for the coming of Christ. I want to be with Jesus.
When we have run with patience the race, we shall know the joy of Jesus. Refrain
Words and Music by Kathleen Thomerson © 1987, GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago, Reprinted under license #12077. All rights reserved.
Please be seated for the Announcements
Standing 4
All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper.
The Doxology
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
The Prayers Over The Bread and Wine To Thank God For Jesus
The Eucharistic Prayer continues
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Lift up your hearts. People We lift them to the Lord. Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People It is right to give him thanks and praise.
The Lord’s Prayer
The Breaking of the Bread
Members of the congregation may come forward to receive Communion from the Celebrant
Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us. People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia. Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God.
Communion Songs
“Jesus Loves Me” Jesus loves me, this I know, For the Bible tells me so. Little ones to Him belong They are weak, but He is strong.
Refrain:
Yes, Jesus loves me. Yes, Jesus loves me. Yes, Jesus loves me.The Bible tells me so.
Boys and girls across the sea, Jesus loves as well as me. So our little friends are they, And together we can say: Refrain
Words and music by Anna Bartlett Warner, Michael Adler, William Batchelder Bradbury © 1997 Michael Adler CCLI #1718120
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“Amazing Grace”
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found, was blind, but now I see!
‘Twas grace that taught my heart to hear, and grace my fears relieved; How precious did that grace appear the hour I first believed.
The Lord has promised good to me, His word my hope secures; He will my shield and portion be as long as life endures.
Through many dangers, toils, and snares I have already come. ‘Tis grace has brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home. When we’ve been there ten thousand years bright shining as the sun, We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise than when we’d first begun.
Words: St. 1-4 John Newton (1725-1807), St. 5 attributed to John Rees, fl. 1859 Public Domain
“Eat This Bread”
Eat this bread, drink this cup, come to me and never be hungry. Eat this bread, drink this cup, trust in me and you will not thirst.
Words: John 6; adapt. by Robert J. Batastini, and the Taize Community Copyright: © 1984 Les Presses de Taize. Used by permission of GIA Publications, Inc., Chicago. Reprinted under license #12077. All rights reserved.
“God Made the Sun”
God made the sun, and God made the trees. God made the mountains, and God made me. Thank you, O Lord, for the sun and the trees. For making the mountains, for making me.
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Standing Celebrant and People
“I’ve Got the Joy, Joy, Joy”
I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart. Down in my heart. Down in my heart. I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart. Down in my heart to stay.
Refrain:
And I’m so happy, so very happy. I’ve got the love of Jesus in my heart. And I’m so happy, so very happy. I’ve got the love of Jesus in my heart.
Other verses:
I’ve got the peace that passes understanding… Refrain
I’ve got the love of Jesus, love of Jesus… Refrain Public Domain
Thank You To God For Our Time Together
Thank you, Jesus, for this Holy Meal. Thank you for giving us this Holy Food that gives each of us the gift of life. And thank you for caring for us. Amen.
A Blessing
The Closing Song
“His
Banner Over Me is Love”
The Lord is mine and I am His. His banner over me is love. The Lord is mine and I am His. His banner over me is love.
The Lord is mine and I am His. His banner over me is love. His banner over me is love.
Other verses:
He is the vine and we are the branches. His banner over me is love…
Song permission granted by CCLI License #171820 unless otherwise noted
The foregoing text of the worship service contained in this order of worship is taken from the Book of Common Prayer 1979. The Book of Common Prayer alone is of authority in the worship of the Episcopal Church. This program is provided for convenience of use on this occasion.
Jesus is the rock of my salvation. His banner over me is love…
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The Dismissal
Celebrant Let us go forth in the name of Christ. People Thanks be to God.
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9 a.m. Joy Service
a.m.
The festival begins with an Advent-themed Joy service and includes the appearance of a very special guest: St. Nicholas!
Following the service, all are invited to enjoy treats and refreshments, participate in a Christmas service project, and engage in a variety of Advent activities. SaintMichael.org/AdventFest
Saint
Michael
Chapel 10
Activities Garden Cloister & Coke Room
Lessons & Carols ADVENT Begin the Advent season with this beloved service of readings, music, and processions led by the Saint Michael Choir. Sunday, December 4 4 p.m. in the Church SAINTMICHAEL.ORG/ADVENTLC MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30 CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT THE EXCHANGE St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange 5 Highland Park Village 5–7 p.m. WOMEN OF SAINT MICHAEL Bridging the Divide SAINTMICHAEL.ORG/WOMEN 10 AM–2 PM | KLYDE WARREN PARK
ranchers, and
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10
Come support your favorite farmers,
local food artisans and enjoy this beautiful oasis in the heart of Dallas. Pick up edible delights for your holiday table, friends, and neighbors. For more information, visit saintmichaelsmarket.com
Grocery bags with the Advent calendar will be available at church entrances on Sunday, November 27. Participate in the 24-day advent journey and return your bag of food to the South entrance the first week of January.
Parishioners will learn about food insecurity, pray for people impacted by hunger, and serve North Dallas Shared Ministries while counting down the days to Christmas.
For more information, please contact Christi Morrow at cmorrow@saintmichael.org or visit our website.
SaintMichael.org/AdventCalendar
