In our second full Christmas season with Father Kenneth Taylor, the liturgical celebrations began with midnight mass. Poinsettias and pine trees were among the symbols which marked this as a unique time in the church year and in our salvation history. The Gospel Choir sang a variety of traditional Christmas Carols beginning at 11:30 pm on Christmas Eve. With the arrival of midnight, the mass began with the procession to the altar, singing of "Prepare Ye The Way of the Lord", and the reverent carrying in of the statue of the Christ child. The nativity scene, with its rocky cave appearance and Christmas trees bedecked in white lights, was blessed by Pastor Taylor before the joyful proclamation of
        Scripture readings told the story of the coming of the Messiah. The customary parts of the mass followed, with a special meditation after communion. The haunting strains of "Mary Did You Know" were accompanied by a dramatic liturgical dance, depicting the unique roles and relationships of Mary and the Son of God. Thus began the 12 days of celebration of the birth of Jesus as a very large congregation departed the church for their homes and family celebrations.

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