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High Desert Warrior 11 January 4, 2019
Christmas Eve
Carols and Candlelight for Christmas
Story and Photos by Janell J. Lewis Ford
Garrison Public Affairs
FORT IRWIN — Nearly 100 people gathered for a Candlelight Christmas Eve service at Center Chapel. Guests joined the choir in singing 11 carols that included mini Bible lessons in between that accompanied each song to teach worshippers about the birth of Jesus Christ. The
Chaplain Brown delivers a prayer and one of nine lessons at the Candlelight Christmas Service
Worshippers join together singing carols, such as “O Come all Ye Faithful,”“Away in a Manger,” and “Angels we have heard on High.”
songs included “Joy to the World,” “The First Noel,” and “Silent Night.”
Those reading the pre-song scriptures included chaplains of the Religious Support Office team, as well as volunteers. The songs and Bible readings were followed by a communion service, lighting of candles and a benediction that included NTC Chaplain (Col.) Ric Brown praying
for a safe and joyous Christmas and New Year to all.
Praise and worship leaders, Ed and Amanda Wills prepared the choir for 11 Holiday carols for the Christmas Eve service
Guests light candles and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas
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