Friends, tonight we remember and celebrate the birth of Christ, God who came to us in human flesh, as a helpless baby. Those first invited to witness this event were a group of poor shepherds. They were not highly educated. They had no gifts to … [Continue reading] about Christmas Eve Communion Invitation
liturgy for the fourth Sunday of Advent
Prayer of Approach and Confession for the Fourth Sunday of Advent Most High, we sing your praises, for your love endures forever. The Virgin Mary bore the ultimate revelation of your divine love, the baby Jesus. And now we thank you for the … [Continue reading] about liturgy for the fourth Sunday of Advent
a dramatic reading of the Magnificat, in three parts
All: And Mary said, One: my soul magnifies the Lord, Two: and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour, Three: for he has looked with favour on the lowliness of his servant. One: Surely, from now on, all generations will call me Two: blessed … [Continue reading] about a dramatic reading of the Magnificat, in three parts
eucharist: the table
Invitation to the Lord’s Table Joseph no doubt worked his hands to make a Table for Mary. With visions of family gathered around, fresh bread warm in children’s hands, and simple table wine that brought out the spices of the meat, Jesus and … [Continue reading] about eucharist: the table
Advent Statement of Faith
We are an Advent people, a people of hope. For us, Advent is a time of waiting, and so we wait. We wait for the coming of the One who is the fulfillment of God’s promise, the fulfillment of hope, the declaration that we have been … [Continue reading] about Advent Statement of Faith
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