The Episcopal Diocese of

North Dakota



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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Christmas Day

December 24, 2025

O God, you make us glad by the yearly festival of the birth of your only Son Jesus Christ: Grant that we, who joyfully receive him as our Redeemer, may with sure confidence behold him when he comes to be our Judge; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

First Lesson: Isaiah 9:2-7

Psalm: Psalm 96

Epistle: Titus 2:11-14

Gospel: Luke 2:1-20

The Holy Name of our Lord

January 1, 2026

Eternal Father, you gave to your incarnate Son the holy name of Jesus to be the sign of our salvation: Plant in every heart, we pray, the love of him who is the Savior of the world, our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Old Testament: Numbers 6:22-27

Psalm: Psalm 8

Epistle: Galatians 4:4-7

Gospel: Luke 2:15-21

Christmas at

The Washington National Cathedral

www.cathedral.org

CHRISTMAS DAY FESTIVAL

HOLY EUCHARIST

December 25, 2025; 10:15am-11:45pm

"Glory to the newborn King."

Join The Washington National Cathedral for their festive morning service as we mark the birth of Christ with readings from Holy Scripture, favorite hymns, and seasonal choral and instrumental music.

Livestream available on their website or on their YouTube channel.

Download service leaflet

Continuing Education Opportunity

Homebrewed Christianity | The Rise of the NONES

A 4-Week Course to Understand the Changing Spiritual Landscape

The fastest-growing “religious group” in America is the one with no religious affiliation at all. These are the nones—people who check “none” when asked about religion, yet still hold complex beliefs, values, and spiritual longings.

For pastors, leaders, and the curious, this shift raises urgent questions:

• Who are these people really?
• Why are they leaving?
• What do they believe?
• And how can the Church meaningfully connect with them today?

This four-week class, grounded in the insights and research of The Nones Project, is designed to help Christian leaders understand the culture, motivations, and spiritual imaginations of the nones—so you can minister in ways that are informed, compassionate, and faithful.

ASYNCHRONOUS CLASS: You can participate fully without being present at any specific time. Lectures and livestream replays are available on the Class Resource Page.

CHURCH GROUPS: You are welcome to use this class for your Sunday School class or small group! More details available in the FAQs.

COST: A course like this is typically offered for $250 or more, but we invite you to contribute whatever you can to help make this possible for everyone!