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On the Third or Fourth Sunday of Advent a special “musical sermon” is offered at Long Memorial during the morning worship service.  While a lovely Crismon tree twinkles with gold and white ornaments – each a monogram or symbol of Christ – wreaths and swags of greenery with red ribbons and candles remind us symbolically that Christ the Eternal Life and Light offered himself for us and our salvation.  Amidst this beauty, dramatists read the scriptures that proclaim the Christmas story.   The Chancel Choir punctuates and illumines these well-loved passages with interstitching anthems.  Their rich choral sound is supported by instruments such as strings and flute, in addition to organ and piano.  The music is further enhanced by liturgical dance.  This service draws us away from the commercial busy-ness of our society to the profound joy of recalling the true meaning of Christ’s birth as we prepare our hearts to receive Him.