Sermon – Christmas Eve 2015

O God, you have caused this holy night to shine with the brightness of the true Light: Grant that we, who have known the mystery of that Light on earth, may also enjoy him perfectly in heaven; where with you and the Holy Spirit he lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

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You can read the scripture for the First Eucharist of Christmas here.

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      Christmas Eve - 2015

This sermon was delivered by The Rev. Elizabeth Maxwell on Christmas Eve 2015.

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