It’s Christmas Eve and the worship service is nearing its conclusion. A flame from a small candle is passed along to ignite other candles held by parishioners. The church lights are dimmed and the only light comes from flickering candles as the strains of Silent Night, Holy Night! fill the building. “Christmas music is music that expresses the amazing surprise gift of the Incarnation; that God is fully present through all creation in a human child. Music fits into it with carols and other pieces that serve the liturgical purpose.” The December 2016 issue of Canada Lutheran dives into the numerous sorts of...