from Paisley Abbey.
In 1163 Walter Fitzalan , the first High Steward of Scotland and founder of the Stewart dynasty, signed the charter that established a House of God in Paisley. The Rev Alan Birss, with the Rev John McArthur, leads the congregation in a service of praise and thanksgiving.
Readings: Isaiah 9, w 2, 6, 7 Titus 2, w 11-15 Luke 2, w 1-20
0 come, all ye faithful (Adeste fideles); See in yonder manger low (Humility): Of the Father's love begotten (Corde Natus); Rocking; Good Christian men, rejoice (In Dulci Jubilo); Hark! The herald angels sing (Mendelssohn)
Director of music GEORGE MCPHEE Organist JOHN LANGDON Sound RON ALLAN
Lighting JAMES MAIDEN Television presentation MICHAEL A. SIMPSON BBC Scotland