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3 Advent, 10:30 a.m. December 11, 2011

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THE THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT

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CHRIST CHURCH

SAVANNAH, GEORGIA

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WELCOME TO CHRIST CHURCH

We welcome you to Christ Church and encourage you to fill out the visitor cards found on the back of the pews and place them in the alms basin as the offering is collected.

We are glad you’re here and hope you feel at home as you worship with us.

Coffee and fellowship times are held after the 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. services downstairs in the undercroft of the church. Please join us there and introduce yourself to one of our clergy.

You are invited to share in our Sunday School offerings at 9 a.m. in the Parish House, located at 18 Abercorn Street, 1½ blocks east of the church.

Christ Church, The Mother Church of Georgia, was founded on February 12, 1733, on a site selected by General James Oglethorpe, founder of the Colony of Georgia. The present building, the third on this site, was built in 1838. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Church is open for visitors from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on most Fridays and Saturdays.

OUR MISSION Knowing Christ, Growing in Christ, Going in the Name of Christ.

GENERAL The church restrooms are located downstairs under the stairwells in the Undercroft, please escort children. Our nursery is located in the Parish House on the 2nd floor. Please ask an usher to direct you. Free parking is available in the Bryan Street Garage when you show them your Christ Church bulletin. CD recordings of the 10:30 a.m. service are available downstairs in the Undercroft. The Church office, located in the Parish House at 18 Abercorn St. is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., M-Th,

9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fri.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 14039 Office:(912) 232-4131FAX: (912) 232-4485 Savannah, GA 31416 Church: (912) 238-0434 Church address: 28 Bull Street Christ Church Children’s School: (912) 232-9591 Parish House: 18 Abercorn Street

Web address: www.christchurchsavannah.org Tour of Homes Office: (912) 234-8054

We pray that everyone who comes to worship at Christ Church leaves with a clear understanding of the Gospel. Everything that takes place in our worship is there to offer the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all who wish to receive it.

What is this Gospel? It can be summarized in four elements:

CREATION – We have been created in God’s image, as the crown of His Creation and the delight of his heart.

SIN – Due to our selfishness, we rebelled against God and sought to live life according to our own wants and desires.

JUDGMENT – Our rebellion distorted the divine image within us beyond recognition and has alienated us from our Creator, resulting in great pain and confusion and bringing us under His righteous judgment.

REDEMPTION – God, in His mercy, provided a remedy: Jesus Christ, who died in our place on the cross, taking the just punishment that was rightly ours, and rising bodily from the grave. Through repentance from sin and faith in Christ’s act of love and mercy on our behalf, God gives us forgiveness and the gift of the Holy Spirit, who transforms our lives and offers us new life, beginning in this world and carrying us into the glory of the world to come.

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THE ORDER OF SERVICE From the 1662 Book of Common Prayer

Prelude Procession In Parish Songbook

“Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus” Hyfrydol

The Collect of the Day

Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And with your spirit.

The Celebrant says the Collect. The People respond Amen.

HANDEL’S MESSIAH

In hearing Messiah, it is important to know that George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) was a German composer practicing his craft in England. He composed both sacred and secular music including vocal and instrumental chamber music, instrumental solos, vocal solos, oratorio, organ repertoire, and opera. And it is this last subject, opera, where we find an interesting connection to his composition Messiah.

By the mid-eighteenth century, unlike the rest of Europe, the English had become tired with opera. And so, Handel innovated by composing dramatic oratorios of a scale never seen or heard before. Elijah, Israel in Egypt, Saul, Judas Maccebaeus, and Messiah are among his most prominent. Like opera, these oratorios have scenes with soloists, choruses, and orchestral accompaniment—but unlike opera, they are sacred works. Given this history, what you will hear today is Christian oratorio, composed in England by a German composer in the German compositional style of the time (Baroque), telling the story of the coming of the Messiah.

The story is divided into five distinct scenes. At the start of each scene, soloists tell the Biblical story and then the chorus responds to what has been told. Here is a brief overview of the scenes as they unfold.

Part One: Prophecy and Promise of the Redeeming Messiah

1. Sinfony “Overture” Scene One: God’s Comforting Promise

2. Comfort Ye my people Tenor solo: John Marshall 3. Ev’ry valley shall be exalted Tenor solo: John Marshall 4. And the Glory of the Lord Chorus

Scene One: An overture opens the oratorio. It conveys a mood without hope and darkness from which light is later to shine forth. The Overture’s severe simplicity and austere minor key makes the opening Aria “Comfort Ye” seem warm and cheery by contrast. The three vocal pieces which follow the Overture are linked by music as well as by consecutive Biblical texts. Together they constitute a section that prophesies the Messiah about which the oratorio is concerned. Scene One ends with the chorus singing, “And the Glory of the Lord shall be revealed.” It is important here to remember the words which the chorus sings are spoken by “The voice of him that crieth in the wilderness” of which the tenor sang in “Comfort Ye.”

The time before worship is a time to be quiet before the Lord, to prepare your heart and mind for worship through prayer, to review the worship bulletin, to prepare your prayer book and hymnals, or to read through the music notes. As we move into the musical prelude think of it as prayer, as a means of drawing you from the street and into God’s Holy Temple. Let us then, in silence, prepare ourselves to worship the Living God. Latecomers are encouraged to enter at times when the congregation is standing, as indicated by **.

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Scene Two: The Purifying Messiah is Prophesied

5. Thus saith the Lord Bass solo: Marc Robertson 6. But who may abide the day of his coming? Alto solo: Jillian Pashke 7. And He shall purify Chorus

Scene Two: The text, from Haggai and Malachi, tells the Old Testament prophecy of the Messiah who “shall suddenly come to His temple.” And though God will “shake the heavens and the earth,” he shall do so to usher in the appearance of “the desire of all nations”—the Messiah. Handel’s intention in this scene is to express God’s majesty and compassion, not his anger. The three solos and then the chorus which follows in Scene Two are connected together in the same manner the solos and chorus were connected in Scene One. This scene concludes with a section in which the purifying “refiners fire” seems to flicker and burn away human impurities, as the spirit of the Old Testament Messiah that is referred to here would do.

Scene Three: God’s Glory Comes Through a Virgin

8. Behold, a virgin shall conceive Alto solo: Jillian Pashke 9. O thou that tellest good tidings Alto solo: Jillian Pashke and Chorus

Scene Four: From Darkness Comes the Light of the World

10. For behold, darkness shall cover the earth Bass solo: Marc Robertson 11. The people that walked in darkness Bass solo: Marc Robertson 12. For unto us a child is born Chorus

Scene Five: The Christmas Story

13. Pifa “Pastoral Symphony” 14a. There were shepherds abiding in the field Soprano Recitative: Tina Zenker Williams 14b. And lo, the angel of the Lord Soprano Recitative: Tina Zenker Williams 15. And the angel said unto them Soprano Recitative: Tina Zenker Williams 16. And suddenly there was with the angel Soprano Recitative: Tina Zenker Williams 17. Glory to God Chorus 18. Hallelujah Chorus (Please stand)

Scenes Three though Five: These scenes continue in like-manner to the first two scenes; soloists tell the story followed by the chorus responding. These remaining scenes: (1) tell of the prophesies to King Ahaz that a virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and his name shall be called Immanuel; (2) move us into the New Testament where the angel of the Lord appears to Joseph and tells him that this prophecy will be fulfilled through Mary; (3) set the forces of darkness and light dramatically in opposition as Scene Four brings Part One of the oratorio to its climax with the chorus singing “For unto us a child is born”; and, (4) tell the well-known Christmas story in the concluding scene of Part One. The exclamation mark is the Hallelujah.

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The Nicene Creed Standing

I believe in one God, the Father Almighty maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible.

I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, begotten of the Father before all ages, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, and was incarnate by the Holy Spirit of the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He shall come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshipped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets.

I believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. I acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. I look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

**The Peace Standing Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And with your spirit. Then the Ministers and People may greet one another in the Name of the Lord.

Parish Life Announcements

Liturgy of the Stones Joshua 4:1-7 The Rev. Layne C. Hansen Bishop The stone that the builders rejected… People Has become the chief cornerstone. Bishop O God, whose blessed Son has sanctified and transfigured the use of material things, receive

these stones which we offer, and grant that they may be a memorial to all of us of your great love and mercy from generation to generation, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

People Amen.

The Offertory The people give their tithes and offerings as the bread and wine are prepared. All one dollar bills in the offering plate will go towards our Gospel Defense Fund.

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Offertory Hymn Hymnal #690 “Guide Me, O thou great Jehovah” Cwm Rhondda

Celebrant All things come of thee, O Lord. 1 Chronicles 29:14 People And of thine own have we given thee.

THE LITURGY OF THE TABLE

The Celebrant addresses the congregation: If you truly and sincerely repent of your sins, are reconciled and at peace with your neighbors, and intend to lead a new life, following the commandments of God and walking from this day forward in his holy ways; draw near with faith, take this holy Sacrament to strengthen and comfort you, and make your humble confession to Almighty God.

The Confession of Sin (kneeling) Almighty God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, maker of all things, judge of all people, we acknowledge and confess our many sins, which we have committed from time to time by thought, word and deed against your divine Majesty, provoking most justly your righteous anger against us. We earnestly repent, and are deeply sorry for all our wrongdoings. The memory of them grieves us and the burden of them is too great for us to bear. Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father. For your Son our Lord Jesus Christ’s sake, forgive us all that is past and grant from this time forward we may serve and please you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Celebrant then declares God’s forgiveness: Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who in his great mercy has promised forgiveness of sins to all those who with sincere repentance and true faith turn to him: Have mercy on you, pardon and deliver you from all your sins, confirm and strengthen you in all goodness, and bring you to everlasting life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Celebrant Hear the words of assurance addressed by our Lord Jesus Christ to those who truly turn to him:

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28)

God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16)

Hear also what St. Paul said: The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. (1Timothy 1:15)

And hear what St. John said: If anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world. (1 John 2:1)

The Great Thanksgiving Standing Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And with your spirit. Celebrant Lift up your hearts. Celebrant 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.

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The Celebrant continues Holy Father, almighty and everlasting God, Creator and Preserver of all things, it is good and right at all times, and in all places, to give you thanks and praise…

Therefore with angels and archangels, and with all the company of heaven, we proclaim and magnify your glorious Name, forever praising you and saying:

The Sanctus (Holy, holy, holy) People and Celebrant sing together

The Prayer of Humble Access (kneeling, in unison)

We do not presume to come to this your table, merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in your abundant and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under your table. But you are the same Lord, who always delights in showing mercy. Grant us, therefore, gracious Lord, so to eat the flesh of your dear Son Jesus Christ and to drink his blood, that our sinful bodies may be made clean by his body, and our souls washed through his most precious blood, and that we may evermore dwell in him, and he in us. Amen.

The Celebrant continues, Almighty God, our heavenly Father you, in your tender mercy, gave your only Son our Savior Jesus Christ to suffer death upon the Cross for our redemption: who made there (by his one oblation of himself once offered) a full satisfaction, perfect self-offering and sufficient sacrifice, for the sins of the whole world; and instituted, and in his holy gospel commanded us to continue, a perpetual memory of his precious death, until he comes again.

Hear us, merciful Father, we humbly pray, and grant that we receiving these gifts of your creation, this bread and this wine, according to your Son our Savior Jesus Christ’s holy institution, in remembrance of his death and passion, may be partakers of his most blessed Body and Blood: who, in the same night that he was betrayed took Bread; and, when he had given you thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples saying: “Take, eat: this is my Body which is given for you: do this in remembrance of me.”

In the same way, after supper, he took the Cup; and, when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying: “Drink this, all of you, for this is my Blood of the new covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.” The People respond AMEN.

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Agnus Dei (All sing together, kneeling)

The Celebrant says the following Invitation The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

All believing Christians baptized in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, are invited to receive the sacrament. To do so, kneel at the communion rail, place your right hand on your left and lift your hands, palms up, towards the Celebrant as he approaches with the bread. Lightly grasp the base of the chalice and help guide it to your lips. Should you prefer not to sip from the chalice, allow the Bread to remain in your palm so that the chalice bearer may dip it in the wine and place it in your mouth. If you are not baptized, or if you prefer not to receive the Sacrament, fold your arms for a Blessing instead. If you are physically unable to come forward but do wish to receive communion, inform an usher so that the sacrament may be brought to you.

Intercessors are available in the narthex for those seeking prayer.

Communion Anthem “Prepare the Way of the Lord” William Rowan

Choristers Music at Communion

The congregation is invited to join in singing praise to God. Selections may be found alphabetically in the Parish Songbook at both ends of the pews.

“I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say” Parish Songbook “Praise God for the Body” Parish Songbook “Awake, O Israel” Parish Songbook

“Here I Am, Lord” (Standing) Parish Songbook

After all have received Communion, the Celebrant says, with all standing, Let us now pray in the words our Lord has taught us, saying,

Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, And forgive us our trespasses As we forgive those who trespass against us.

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And lead us not into temptation But deliver us from evil; For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, Forever and ever. Amen.

Post Communion Thanksgiving Remain Standing All say together

Almighty and ever-living God, we most sincerely thank you that you graciously feed us, who have duly received these holy mysteries, with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. We also thank you that you have assured us in this Sacrament of your favor and goodness towards us, and that we are true members of the mystical body of your Son, the blessed company of all faithful people, and are also heirs, through hope, of your eternal kingdom, by the merits of the most precious death of your dear Son. And we humbly ask you, heavenly Father, so to assist us with your grace, that we may continue in that holy fellowship, and do all such good works as you have prepared for us to walk in; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom with you and the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, forever and ever. Amen.

The Blessing The People respond Amen.

Hebrews 10:32-36 The Rt. Rev. Neil Lebhar Extinguishing of altar candles, a moment of silence shall be kept.

The Blessing of a New Processional Cross Bishop We will glory in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, People In whom is our salvation, our life and resurrection.

O gracious God, who in your mercy ordained that your Son should suffer death on a cross of shame: We thank you that it has become for us the sign of his triumph and the banner of our salvation; and we pray that this cross may draw our hearts to him, who leads us to the glory of your kingdom; where you live and reign for ever and ever. The people respond AMEN.

Closing Hymn Next Page “My Hope is Built on Nothing Less” Solid Rock

Procession Out The congregation departs, leaving stones behind in baskets in the narthex.

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On the Porch Psalm 126 The Rev. Marc Robertson The Dismissal Deacon Let us bless the Lord Jesus; Knowing Him, Growing in Him, and Going in His name. Alleluia!

Alleluia! People Thanks be to God. Alleluia! Alleluia!

The congregation follows the cross to Independent Presbyterian Church.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Youth Christmas Party Saturday, December 17th at 7 p.m. The youth of Christ Church will gather at the Beaumont’s home (1505 E. 48th St.) for some Christmas goodies, games, and of course a White-Elephant Gift Exchange. Bring a crazy gift under $5 and get ready for some fun! RSVP via email or Facebook. Contact Katie Beaumont (ktbeaumont@gmail.com) if you have any questions or would like to help provide the treats.

Vestry Nomination forms are in the Narthex. Completed forms should be returned by 5 p.m. TOMORROW, December 12.

CHRISTMAS PAGEANT REHEARSALS AT IPC!

207 Bull Street

December 11: 12:45 2 p.m. 5th grade through High School cast *Lunch provided

December 18: 12:45 2 p.m. Kindergarten and above cast *Lunch provided

December 22: 10 a.m. 12 p.m. Dress rehearsal for ENTIRE CAST Pizza will be provided.

AT CHRIST CHURCH THIS WEEK

12/11 Sunday 8 a.m. Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School at Parish House 10:30 a.m Worship, Handel’s Messiah

12 p.m. Processional to IPC 12:45 p.m. Pageant rehearsal IPC 1 – 2 p.m. clean up in nave of Christ Church 9 p.m. Compline at IPC

12/12 Monday 10 a.m. All keys turned in.

12/14 Wednesday 12 Noon Chapel at St. Andrews (608 Hampton Street)

12/17 Saturday 12:30 p.m. Dress Rehearsal for worship at IPC (clergy, staff, ushers, and vestry present) 12/18 Sunday 8 a.m. Worship IPC Chapel (1928 Book of Common Prayer) 9 a.m. Worship IPC Nave (1662 Book of Common Prayer) 10:30 a.m. Coffee Hour, 3rd Floor Whitaker Building 10:45 a.m. Sunday School; Adults: IPC Orientation in the chapel Children’s Sunday School: Axson and Whitaker Buildings Youth Sunday School: Administration Building basement 9 p.m. Compline

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CHRIST CHURCH CHRISTMAS SERVICES AT IPC (CORNER OF BULL AND OGLETHORPE)

CHRISTMAS PAGEANT: December 23 6 p.m. Christmas Pageant and Eucharist

CHRISTMAS EVE PROGRAM: December 24 8:30 p.m. Music

9 p.m. Candlelight Service

CHRISTMAS DAY: December 25 8 a.m. Christmas Breakfast for the homeless in Franklin Square

10 a.m. Christmas Service (IPC Chapel)

Christmas Breakfast for the homeless

Please join us this Christmas morning in sharing faith, hope and love with those in need of

physical and spiritual food in Franklin Square. You are invited to help us prepare, set-up,

and serve breakfast, while visiting with those in need in our community.

Join us at 8 o’clock in Franklin Square on Christmas morning and bring food and love to

share with those we serve. There are no kitchen or indoor facilities to prepare the food. All

items must be prepared in advance and delivered warm.

Volunteers will be most needed this year not to simply serve but to cook and bring warm

food to the square on Christmas morning. Many items will be purchased through the

ministry, while other items can be donated. Volunteers are also needed to help fill gift bags

in advance if you would like to help in this ministry and are unable to be with us on

Christmas morning. Carolers and clean-up crew are also needed.

If you’d like to sign-up for this ministry in any capacity that you are able, please contact

Jennifer Williams (mobile phone: 912-655-3225 or email: jenstar25@hotmail.com).

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Assisting in Worship

EMs 8:00 AM / 10:30 AM

Preacher / Celebrant

Deacons 8:00 AM / 10:30 AM

Children’s Homilist

EVs

Lectors OT, NT

Acolytes

First Caller

Usher Captain

Church Nursery

2-4 Year Olds

Pre K-K

1st & 2nd Grade

3rd – 5th Grade

Intercessor:

Record Audio

Vestry Counting

Altar Guild: 8:00 / 10:30

Wed. 12:00 noon

Hospitality Guild: 8:00 / 10:30

December 11, 2011 3 Advent

Gene Prevatt / Gail Prevatt

The Rt. Rev. Neil Lebhar / The Rev. Layne Hansen

The Rev. Greg Malley / The Rev. Sally Lufburrow

None

Maryann Cela

None Needed

Steve Dantin

Jeni Ellis-Riggs

Team 3: David Reeves

Need New Schedule

Heather Ford, Matt Ford

Ashlee Vaught, Assistant Needed

Kayron Stevens / Sharon Lawson

Amy Cobb / Tamara Hansen

Healing Team C

Gordon Denney

Scott Glass / Bob Hallock

Anna Sisk / Heather Ford, Gloria Harrison

Peggy Carswell

Coffee Hour / K. Reeves, D. Webb, S. Wells

December 18, 2011 4 Advent ( 8:00 & 9:00 a.m.)

Sharon Lawson / Bob McWilliams

The Rev. Greg Malley / The Rev. Marc Robertson

The Rev. Greg Malley / The Rev. Sally Lufburrow

The Rev. Layne Hansen

John Novikoff

Tim Crawford, Marian Thomas

Nikki Gasser

Wray Williamson

Team 3: David Reeves

Need New Schedule

Heather Ford, Matt Ford

Ashlee Vaught, Assistant Needed

Kayron Stevens / Sharon Lawson

Amy Cobb / Tamara Hansen

Team 7: Bob & Joanie Smith, Tom Cooper

Clark Smith

Scott Glass / Bob Hallock

Bryan Creasy / Bob & Terry Franz, Emily Myers

Beth Glass

Coffee Hour / M. Thomas, K. Washburn

C. Williams

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Sunday, December 11 8 AM Worship Church 9 AM Sunday School Parish House 10:30 AM Worship Church 12 PM Process to IPC 12:45 PM Pageant Rehearsal, HS IPC 9 PM Compline IPC

Monday, December 12 7 PM Bells of Christ Church IPC, Balcony

Tuesday, December 13 4:30 PM Executive Cmte Mtg 65th Street 5:30 PM Meeting w/ Vestry Nominees 65th Street 6:30 PM Finance Cmte Mtg 65th Street

Wednesday, December 14 12 Noon Columns Deadline 12 Noon Worship St. Andrew’s REC 4:15 PM Choristers Agape Rm, Admin 6 PM Choir Dinner Basement, Admin 7 PM Choir Rehearsal Agape Rm, Admin

Thursday, December 15 5 PM Nominating Cmte Vestry Meeting 6 PM Vestry Meeting 65th Street

Saturday, December 17 7 PM CCSM Christmas Party Beaumont’s

Sunday, December 18 8 AM Worship IPC 9 AM Worship IPC 10:45 AM Sunday School IPC 12:45 PM Pageant Rehearsal, HS IPC 9 PM Compline IPC

ALTAR FLOWERS

The flowers on the altar

are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of

Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Alexander, Sr. and Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Alexander, Jr.

by their family.

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Christ Church Music Ministries

Messiah

G.F. Handel

CHRIST CHURCH • SAVANNAH SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2011

THE ORCHESTRA

Violin I: Ricardo Ochoa Violin II: Marina Volynets

Viola: Yvonne Johnson Cello: Annelise Nelson

Double Bass: Vadim Volynets Oboe: Sarah Teuscher

Trumpet: Tim Kintzinger Harpsichord: Cindy Marshall

PARISH MUSICIAN

Mark K. Williams

ASSOCIATE PARISH MUSICIAN

Cindy Marshall

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STAFF

CLERGY The Reverend Marcus B. Robertson, Rector The Reverend Layne C. Hansen, Assistant Rector The Reverend Gregory J. Malley, Deacon The Reverend Sally Lufburrow, Deacon The Reverend Bob LeFavi, Priest Associate

PROGRAM STAFF Mark K. Williams, Parish Musician Cindy Marshall, Associate Parish Musician Meg Welch, Children’s Ministries Coordinator Katie Beaumont, Youth and Family Ministries Director

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Joan Malley, Parish Administrator Stephanie Lynch, Communications Becky Hughes, Clergy Assistant

CUSTODIAL STAFF Jesse Dillard, Sexton

2011 VESTRY

David Reeves, Senior Warden John Albert, Junior Warden Jim Gardner, Chancellor Joe Park, Treasurer Lynn Tootle, Clerk of the Vestry

Marc Biemiller Stephen Lufburrow Gordon Denney Murray Marshall Terry Franz Nancy Solana Scott Glass Janet Stevenson Bob Hallock Paul Webb Chip Welch

Christ Church is an affiliate of the American Anglican Council and a member of The Gulf Atlantic Diocese of the Anglican Church in North America.

The Right Reverend Neil Lebhar, Bishop

We ask your prayers for the following:

For our Visitors, especially those seeking a church home.

For the Church throughout the World: Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury; Robert Duncan, our Archbishop.

For our Missionaries: Brian & Mary Jane Dennison; Dave & Jen Cox; Henry & Wendy Clay; Summer Twyman; Nathan; John Novikoff; Bp. Michael and Linda Chapman, Clark and Carol Rogers Smith, Susan Morris.

For our Diocese: Servants of Christ, Gainesville (Alex Farmer, Rector); St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Tallahassee (Eric Dudley, Rector); St. Christopher Anglican Church, Crystal River (James Manly, Deacon-In-Charge).

For our parish: For our Sunday School teachers, youth leaders, and nursery workers, for the staff of Christ Church Children’s School, for the staff and volunteers of Emmaus House, the Clothes Closet, and Woman to Woman, for staff and leadership of the Women of Christ Church and the Tour of Homes.

For our Legal Counsel: Jim Gardner, Neil Creasy, Paul Painter, Steffen Johnson, Hugh McNatt.