The Third Advent Candle symbolises joy.

Song 1 – Hark! (King of Heaven Come)

Song 2 – O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

Song 3 – Behold Our God 

I.  The Promise of the Messiah: Micah 5:2–4 & Matthew 2:3–6 
     O Come O Come Emmanuel 
II. The Announcement of the Messiah: Isaiah 7:14 & Luke 1:26–33
     It Came Upon a Midnight Clear
III. The Birth of the Messiah: Isaiah 9:6–7 & Luke 2:1–7
     For Unto Us A Child Is Born 
IV. Beholding the Messiah: Isaiah 11:1–2 & Luke 2:8–14
     Gloria! (Angels We Have Heard on High) 

Song 4 – Silent Night

Our welcome team members will pass an offering basket during this song.

For information about giving online, please visit ucclife.fi/give or follow the QR code on the screen. You can also speak to our pastors or leaders for more information about giving, generosity or biblical stewardship.

A very warm welcome and a happy Christmastime to all! A special welcome to any visitors joining us – we’re so glad you’re here with us today.

If you’d like to get connected or find out more about UCC, please see our digital visitors card or speak to us after the service.

All children are welcome to come to the front of the room for a special children’s moment! 

Song 5 – M is for Messiah

Today we are offering Sunday school activities for children aged 3–9. 

There will also be a play area for smaller children with a live feed of the service.

For more information please ask the ushers or our youth pastor Gabe.

Beholding the Messiah
Luke 2:8–14

I. Behold the Glory of the Messiah (vv 9–11)
II. Behold the Peace of the Messiah (vv 13–14)
III. Behold the Joy of the Messiah (v 10)

Song 6 – O Holy Night

Song 7 – Joy to the World (Unspeakable Joy)

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

– John 14:27