The Christmas Pageant

IntroductIon to the chrIstmas Pageant Terri-Rae ElmercongregatIon resPonse: #217 UMH — Away in a Manger (verses 1-2)

the story from Luke Jamie JonescongregatIon resPonse: #217 UMH — Away in a Manger (verse 3)

As we sing, the Holy Family will make their way toward the steps at the front of the Church.

entrance of the hoLy famILy

the story from Luke Brooklyn BissoncongregatIon resPonse: #238 UMH — Angels We Have Heard on High (verses 1-2)

As we sing, all angels are invited to come and sit on the steps at the front of the Church to visit the Holy Family.

the entrance of the angeLs

congregatIon resPonse: #238 UMH — Angels We Have Heard on High (verses 3-4)As we sing, all angels may return to their seats.

the story from Luke Annika DoddcongregatIon resPonse: #251 UMH — Go, Tell It on the Mountain (verses 1-2)

As we sing, all shepherds and sheep are invited to come and sit on the steps at the front of the Church to visit the Holy Family.

entrance of the shePherds & sheeP

congregatIon resPonse: #251 UMH — Go, Tell It on the Mountain (verse 3)As we sing, all shepherds and sheep may return to their seats.

the story from matthew Carly RapoportcongregatIon resPonse: #254 UMH — We Three Kings (Verse 1)

As we sing, all Magi are invited to come and sit on the steps at the front of the Church to visit the Holy Family.

entrance of the magI

congregatIon resPonse: #254 UMH — We Three Kings (Verse 5) As we sing, all Magi may return to their seats.

the entrance of you & me Terri-Rae ElmercLosIng hymn: #239 UMH — Silent Night, Holy Night

As we sing, all are invited to come and visit the Holy Family and are invited to go in peace.

December 24, 2013

Christmas Eve Family Service

PreLude The Youth Handbell Choir Good King Wenceslas (arr. Kevin McChesney)

weLcome Kurt PolandPlease fill out the attendance pad at your pew and pass it to your neighbors, then back down to the end.

the chILdren's choIr The Children's Choir Noel, Noel, a Boy Is Born (Natalie Sleeth)

resPonsIve readIng Emma CrawfordDo not be afraid; for see – I bring you good news of great joy for all the people.To you is born this day in the city of David a savior who is Christ the Lord.Glory to God in the Highest.And peace to all who find rest in Him.

*hymn #246 United Methodist Hymnal — Joy to the World

LIghtIng the advent candLes The Searfoss Family

unIson resPonse Great God of love and light, we thank you now for the light of that special star that guided shepherds and wise men to the holy baby. Lead us now, by the light of your love, that we also may follow you to new life in him. Amen.

the chILdren & youth choIrs Who Is This Child? (Jill Gallina)

sharIng the Peace of chrIst Rev. Keri Olsen

we offer our gIfts & ourseLves Rev. Robert English You will find an envelope in the pew rack for your Christmas Offering. Please make checks payable to "First UMC." The offering plates will be passed to gather our gifts. We thank you for your generous support for the mission and ministries of the congregation. If you would like more information, please fill out the attendance pad at your pew. You will find church brochures at the Welcome Table as you leave the service. You may also give online at santamonicaumc.org.

offertory — Do You Hear What I Hear? (Noel Regney & Gloria Shayne) The Youth Choir

Please return your costumes to the table in front of the church entrance as you leave.* Asterisks indicate standing if you are able.

The Christmas Pageant

IntroductIon to the chrIstmas Pageant Terri-Rae ElmercongregatIon resPonse: #217 UMH — Away in a Manger (verses 1-2)

the story from Luke Jamie JonescongregatIon resPonse: #217 UMH — Away in a Manger (verse 3)

As we sing, the Holy Family will make their way toward the steps at the front of the Church.

entrance of the hoLy famILy

the story from Luke Brooklyn BissoncongregatIon resPonse: #238 UMH — Angels We Have Heard on High (verses 1-2)

As we sing, all angels are invited to come and sit on the steps at the front of the Church to visit the Holy Family.

the entrance of the angeLs

congregatIon resPonse: #238 UMH — Angels We Have Heard on High (verses 3-4)As we sing, all angels may return to their seats.

the story from Luke Annika DoddcongregatIon resPonse: #251 UMH — Go, Tell It on the Mountain (verses 1-2)

As we sing, all shepherds and sheep are invited to come and sit on the steps at the front of the Church to visit the Holy Family.

entrance of the shePherds & sheeP

congregatIon resPonse: #251 UMH — Go, Tell It on the Mountain (verse 3)As we sing, all shepherds and sheep may return to their seats.

the story from matthew Carly RapoportcongregatIon resPonse: #254 UMH — We Three Kings (Verse 1)

As we sing, all Magi are invited to come and sit on the steps at the front of the Church to visit the Holy Family.

entrance of the magI

congregatIon resPonse: #254 UMH — We Three Kings (Verse 5) As we sing, all Magi may return to their seats.

the entrance of you & me Terri-Rae ElmercLosIng hymn: #239 UMH — Silent Night, Holy Night

As we sing, all are invited to come and visit the Holy Family and are invited to go in peace.

December 24, 2013

Christmas Eve Family Service

PreLude The Youth Handbell Choir Good King Wenceslas (arr. Kevin McChesney)

weLcome Kurt PolandPlease fill out the attendance pad at your pew and pass it to your neighbors, then back down to the end.

the chILdren's choIr The Children's Choir Noel, Noel, a Boy Is Born (Natalie Sleeth)

resPonsIve readIng Emma CrawfordDo not be afraid; for see – I bring you good news of great joy for all the people.To you is born this day in the city of David a savior who is Christ the Lord.Glory to God in the Highest.And peace to all who find rest in Him.

*hymn #246 United Methodist Hymnal — Joy to the World

LIghtIng the advent candLes The Searfoss Family

unIson resPonse Great God of love and light, we thank you now for the light of that special star that guided shepherds and wise men to the holy baby. Lead us now, by the light of your love, that we also may follow you to new life in him. Amen.

the chILdren & youth choIrs Who Is This Child? (Jill Gallina)

sharIng the Peace of chrIst Rev. Keri Olsen

we offer our gIfts & ourseLves Rev. Robert English You will find an envelope in the pew rack for your Christmas Offering. Please make checks payable to "First UMC." The offering plates will be passed to gather our gifts. We thank you for your generous support for the mission and ministries of the congregation. If you would like more information, please fill out the attendance pad at your pew. You will find church brochures at the Welcome Table as you leave the service. You may also give online at santamonicaumc.org.

offertory — Do You Hear What I Hear? (Noel Regney & Gloria Shayne) The Youth Choir

Please return your costumes to the table in front of the church entrance as you leave.* Asterisks indicate standing if you are able.

1008 11th Street • Santa Monica, CA 90403 www.santamonicaumc.org

310-393-8258 • info@santamonicaumc.org

fIrst unIted methodIst churchof SANTA MONICA

Children and Family Ministries Director: Kurt PolandYouth & Intergenerational Ministries: Rev. Robert English

Diaconal Minister: Rev. Keri OlsenSenior Minister: Rev. Patricia Farris

Youth Choir & Youth Handbells Director: Patty EskridgeChildren’s Choir Director: Janet Searfoss

Accompanist: Fang Ning Lim Organist: Ty Woodward

Holy Family: Shalimar, Brett & June CarducciHead Angel: Victoria Fausto

Head Shepherd: Kaitlyn PlukasHead Magi: Quinlan PlukasA/V Engineer: Dane Rold

Head Usher: Jocelyn Hicks-GarnerNursery Care: Sue Pascoe

Nursery Care is available in Room 204 in the Education Building.An area labeled "Kids Zone" in the narthex is open to all parents with small children during tonight’s worship. You may sit or play with your children and still hear the service. A changing station is provided in the restroom in the hallway just west of the Fireside Room. Please see one of the ushers if you need assistance.

Welcome! We count it a privilege and a blessing to worship with you on this joyous Christmas Eve and invite you to join us for the Candlelight Service this evening at 11 p.m. If you come as a guest, we hope you will leave as a friend.

The Sunday worship service is at 10 a.m. with a nursery for babies and toddlers, and Sunday School classes for 3 year olds through middle school. The youth program is Sunday evenings from 6:15 - 8:30 p.m.

First UMC takes the care and safety of children very seriously. We are a Safe Sanctuary congregation.

We express our appreciation to Mike Eskridge and the Seasonal Displays Committee for the special floral arrangements and greens that beautify the Sanctuary. If you dedicated poinsettias, you may take them home after the Candlelight service tonight.

We hope to see you again soon!

january at first umcPick up a copy of the First UMC brochure at the Welcome Table at the Sanctuary doors as you depart. If you would like more information or have questions, use the attendance pad at your pew to write your message and contact information. We will be happy to contact you.

We hope to see you again soon! Here are a few upcoming events...

January Mid-Week RecitalThe first mid-week recital of 2014 features organist and composer Ray Urwin. These monthly concerts are free and open to the public and perfect for your lunch break. All are welcome!Wednesday January 8: 12:10 p.m. - 12:40 p.m., in the Sanctuary.

Financial Peace UniversityNeed to get your financial house in order in the New Year? Learn about renowned financial author Dave Ramsey’s tenets of eliminating debt, saving and security, and giving back. Join the 9-week Financial Peace University class led by Ben Schlitter. For more information or to register, go to http://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/locations/org/46889/class/246000.Begins Wednesday January 8: 6 p.m., in Room 301A.

Planned Giving WorkshopWhy should you start planning your estate now? Why does it matter? If you have these questions or any others, come join Planned Giving Member Leigh Shipp Muñiz for a question and answer discussion. Swing by Coffee Fellowship to pick up your coffee and cookie after worship and head over. No question is wrong, no amount too small. Sunday January 12: 11 a.m., in the Fireside Room.

January Book Study with Rev. Patricia FarrisJoin in a lively discussion of January's book Laying Down the Sword: Why We Can’t Ignore the Bible’s Violent Verses, by Philip Jenkins. Religion scholar Philip Jenkins challenges our assumptions about violent texts in the Bible and in the Qur’an. What do we make of passages we’d much rather ignore or forget? How do we understand “religious violence?” And most importantly, how do we get past our assumptions that we’ve got it right and those other angry people are all wrong? Sunday January 26: 11 a.m., in the Fireside Room.

Haiti Mission Trip 2014This January 22-February 1 a team of 5 adults are going to help the people of Haiti. Photos from the Haiti work teams are on exhibit in the Fireside Room and are available for purchase, with 100% of the money going to support the 2014 work team. This Sunday a silent auction opens for the remaining photos; the auction will close Epiphany Sunday, January 5.

Men’s Bible Study & BreakfastRev. Robert English leads the Men’s Bible Study group each Tuesday at 7 a.m. in the Fireside Room. All men in the church are welcome to this one-hour gathering which includes a simple breakfast, personal conversation, brief study of Bible passages and shared prayer.

Ongoing for Children, Youth & Adults Sunday school classes and Music Groups are offered for all ages. The Children’s Ministry provides family programming and events throughout the year. The active United Methodist Youth Fellowship gathers almost every Sunday night throughout the year with the aim of developing thoughtful disciples of Christ and nurturing relationships. Open Table and Cross(+)Brew are young adult groups that meet weekly, bi-monthly, and on other occasions for discussion, fellowship, service projects and special events. Long-standing adult groups such as Shareringers and the Partnership with God class offer meaningful study, fellowship and special events throughout the year. Family Connection is exactly what it sounds like, and the United Methodist Women work long and hard to raise funds for mission all year long. Please contact the church office and speak with one of First UMC's pastors if you would like information about baptism or church membership. First UMC's ministerial team also offers pastoral care. Please let us know if we can help you in any way.

1008 11th Street • Santa Monica, CA 90403 www.santamonicaumc.org

310-393-8258 • info@santamonicaumc.org

first united methodist churchof SAnTA MOnICA

Be sure to visit the church website for more information about the ministries and programs we offer: www.santamonicaumc.org.

january at first umcPick up a copy of the First UMC brochure at the Welcome Table at the Sanctuary doors as you depart. If you would like more information or have questions, use the attendance pad at your pew to write your message and contact information. We will be happy to contact you.

We hope to see you again soon! Here are a few upcoming events...

January Mid-Week RecitalThe first mid-week recital of 2014 features organist and composer Ray Urwin. These monthly concerts are free and open to the public and perfect for your lunch break. All are welcome!Wednesday January 8: 12:10 p.m. - 12:40 p.m., in the Sanctuary.

Financial Peace UniversityNeed to get your financial house in order in the New Year? Learn about renowned financial author Dave Ramsey’s tenets of eliminating debt, saving and security, and giving back. Join the 9-week Financial Peace University class led by Ben Schlitter. For more information or to register, go to http://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/locations/org/46889/class/246000.Begins Wednesday January 8: 6 p.m., in Room 301A.

Planned Giving WorkshopWhy should you start planning your estate now? Why does it matter? If you have these questions or any others, come join Planned Giving Member Leigh Shipp Muñiz for a question and answer discussion. Swing by Coffee Fellowship to pick up your coffee and cookie after worship and head over. No question is wrong, no amount too small. Sunday January 12: 11 a.m., in the Fireside Room.

January Book Study with Rev. Patricia FarrisJoin in a lively discussion of January's book Laying Down the Sword: Why We Can’t Ignore the Bible’s Violent Verses, by Philip Jenkins. Religion scholar Philip Jenkins challenges our assumptions about violent texts in the Bible and in the Qur’an. What do we make of passages we’d much rather ignore or forget? How do we understand “religious violence?” And most importantly, how do we get past our assumptions that we’ve got it right and those other angry people are all wrong? Sunday January 26: 11 a.m., in the Fireside Room.

Haiti Mission Trip 2014This January 22-February 1 a team of 5 adults are going to help the people of Haiti. Photos from the Haiti work teams are on exhibit in the Fireside Room and are available for purchase, with 100% of the money going to support the 2014 work team. This Sunday a silent auction opens for the remaining photos; the auction will close Epiphany Sunday, January 5.

Men’s Bible Study & BreakfastRev. Robert English leads the Men’s Bible Study group each Tuesday at 7 a.m. in the Fireside Room. All men in the church are welcome to this one-hour gathering which includes a simple breakfast, personal conversation, brief study of Bible passages and shared prayer.

Ongoing for Children, Youth & Adults Sunday school classes and Music Groups are offered for all ages. The Children’s Ministry provides family programming and events throughout the year. The active United Methodist Youth Fellowship gathers almost every Sunday night throughout the year with the aim of developing thoughtful disciples of Christ and nurturing relationships. Open Table and Cross(+)Brew are young adult groups that meet weekly, bi-monthly, and on other occasions for discussion, fellowship, service projects and special events. Long-standing adult groups such as Shareringers and the Partnership with God class offer meaningful study, fellowship and special events throughout the year. Family Connection is exactly what it sounds like, and the United Methodist Women work long and hard to raise funds for mission all year long. Please contact the church office and speak with one of First UMC's pastors if you would like information about baptism or church membership. First UMC's ministerial team also offers pastoral care. Please let us know if we can help you in any way.

1008 11th Street • Santa Monica, CA 90403 www.santamonicaumc.org

310-393-8258 • info@santamonicaumc.org

first united methodist churchof SAnTA MOnICA

Be sure to visit the church website for more information about the ministries and programs we offer: www.santamonicaumc.org.