Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0014A recorded on December 24, 1978 teaching from Christmas Eve Service – Pastor Stevens Tells Stories.
This recording captures a Christmas Eve service led by Pastor Stevens in 1978, characterized by a relaxed, informal atmosphere emphasizing fellowship and joy. The service includes carol singing, interspersed with anecdotal storytelling by Pastor Stevens. These stories, focused on his experiences in Oregon, illustrate themes of unexpected community, spiritual growth, and the personal meaning of Christmas. The overall purpose is to create a warm, inclusive celebration of Christmas, conveying the message of Jesus’s birth and its significance through personal narratives and shared worship.