The Use Of The Arts In Christmas Worship

Source: The Complete Library of Christian Worship, Robert E. Webber, General Editor

The arts during Christmas may symbolize the Incarnation and thus speaks in a profound way to the meaning of "God with us. " Adapt the suggestions below to local customs.

1. The greening of the church done for Advent remains through the Christmas season.

2. The Advent wreath remains hung during Christmas with all five candles lit. Adorn the wreath with a Christmas bow and change all the candles to white.

3. Dramatize the lighting of the five candles as a symbol of the presence of Christ at...

 

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