It's Jesus' Birthday!
A Christmas Eve Service
Cynthia E. Cowen

This inspirational service journeys to the inn where Mary and Joseph were denied lodging. The novel element that sets this service apart is an easy-to-produce skit that is actually a clever children's sermon in the form of a monologue by Leah, the innkeeper's wife. She invites the children of the congregation to come forward to listen as she shares the story of that special night long ago in a fresh, exciting manner. Following her narrative is a pastoral reflection that ties that night into today's celebration. This worship service will provide any size congregation with a memorable Christmas Eve experience.

It's Jesus' Birthday! incorporates all the elements that help to create a beautiful and inspiring Christmas Eve Worship service:
The call to worship
The Christmas hymns
The announcement of Jesus' birth
The Old Testament prophecy
The New Testament fulfillment
The setting for children's choir or bell choir
The responsive Christmas litany
An easy-to-produce skit
The Pastor's reflections
The Christmas prayers

Cynthia E. Cowen is a prolific writer of worship and study resources which have gained national recognition. An ELCA Associate in Ministry, she serves on many national and synodical committees, including the ECLA Board of Publications, the Advisory Committee for The Lutheran, and synod president for Women of the ELCA. This marks her 12th resource published by CSS.