Advent 2017 Schedule of Events

Join us throughout the seasons of Advent and Christmas as we wind our way through the days of expectation of great joy… as we experience again the stories, words, and songs that have drawn us to new life and awareness of “God with us” through the ages. Unless otherwise noted, services begin at 10a in the sanctuary.

December 3 – First Sunday of Advent with Communion – Mark 1
Geoff Parker preaching – Beginnings
Adult Choir and Chapel Ringers

December 10 – Second Sunday of Advent with Christmas Cantata – John 1
In the Beginning was the Word…
Adult, Chamber, and Westminster Choirs with organ, cello, flute, oboe, and guitar

December 17 – Third Sunday of Advent – Matthew 1
Mary Baard preaching – The Genealogy of Women
Adult, Junior, and Cherub Choirs
Fellowship Breakfast 8:15-9:30a
Reception for Jane Connors after worship.

December 24 – Fourth Sunday of Advent  – Luke 1
Geoff Parker preaching – Magnificat
Christmas Eve Services
4:00p: Children’s Christmas Pageant: The Shepherd’s Story
Cherub, Junior, and Westminster Reunion Choir; Chapel Ringers
7:30p: Service of Lessons and Carols
Adult and Chamber Choirs; Parish Ringers (Prelude begins at 7:15p)

December 31 – First Sunday of Christmas
Geoff Parker preaching
New Year’s Eve Sanctuary Service
All are invited on New Year’s Eve to the sanctuary for a candlelit time of quiet reflection and offering of prayers for the New Year.
7:oop: Quiet Vigil
7:30p: Prayer Service