Advent is a season of preparation for the coming of Jesus as one of us. Jesus brought God’s light into the world during his lifetime and we expect him to return to reign in glory at the end of time.
1. Choir Retreat – Fri Dec 1,10:00am – The choir will be gathering to rehearse Christmas music followed by lunch. Set aside some time to pray this morning for Brad Volland, our organist, and our dedicated choir.
2. Dickens A Christmas Carol and Bible” – Sunday mornings 10am, Dec. 3, 10
Where to find it ?
2 The book and audio are available free at Project Gutenberg on the web. It is available in plain text, formatted text, Kindle for book readers (with or with images). It is available in in audio in mp3 format and itunes audiobook
3. Port Royal Christmas Lighting – Fri. Dec. 8, 5:30pm-8pm – at the town Fire Hall. Food , games, songs and the lighting of the Christmas tree.
4. Dec. 10 – Poinsettia form , ECM Christmas donations due
5. Dec. 17 – Endowment Fund gifts due
6. Christmas Play on Advent 3 – Sun. Dec. 17, 11am. Each year it’s unique and at the same time a wonderful introduction to Christmas week.
7. Everett’s Christmas – Sun. Dec. 17, 5:30pm. Gather round the Everett’s table for a delicious pot luck dinner, over the top Christmas decorations, and Christmas caroling. All are welcome.
8. Christmas Eve – Sun., Dec. 24, 4:30pm – Holy Eucharist Rite II. Celebrating Christ coming among us.
9. Lessons and Carols – Sun. Dec. 31, 11am. This traditional Anglican service, developed in England, gives us the opportunity to hear the story of our salvation in Jesus Christ through scripture and song.
10. New Year’s Eve Gala – Sun. Dec. 31, 6pm. Parish House