10 p.m. Vigil Mass for the Nativity of the Lord (December 24, 2023)

Welcome to the 10 p.m. Vigil Mass for the Nativity of the Lord (December 24, 2023) from SS. Isidore and Maria Parish at St. Paul Church, Glastonbury, Connecticut with 9:30 p.m. concert and carol sing featuring the SS. Isidore and Maria Parish Gallery Choir Concert and carol sing: Gesu Bambino, Vincent Kaverud, violin Once in Royal David's City A Rose in December Angels We Have Heard on High Angels Carols Riu Riu Chiu Away in a Manger A Babe is Born While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks Sussex Carol Mass begins at 10 p.m. Opening Hymn: O Come, All Ye Faithful Glory to God First reading: Isiah 62:1-5 Psalm: Today, a Savior has been born to us. Second Reading: Acts of the Apostles 13:16-17, 22-25 Alleluia verse: I proclaim to you good news of great joy: today a savior is born for us, Christ the Lord. Gospel Reading: Matthew 1:1-25 Homily Preparation hymn: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Holy Holy Holy Mystery of Faith: We proclaim your death, O Lord, and profess your resurrection until you come again. Amen Lamb of God Communion Songs: O Holy Night, featuring Emily Walsh, soprano; In the Bleak Midwinter, featuring Adam Giroux, baritone and Carol Vassar, alto; What Child is This? Communion Reflection: Father Mark Suslenko, Pastor, SS. Isidore and Maria Parish Communion Meditation: Silent Night Hymn for Going Forth: Joy to the World Permission to stream the music in this Mass was obtained from One License with license #731488-A7/19