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Holy Eucharist: Rite II
The First Sunday of Advent
December 1, 2019
8:30 a.m. and 10:30a.m.
Welcome to St. Peter by-the-Lake. Page numbers on the right side of this leaflet refer to the
Book of Common Prayer. Hymn numbers are on the right side; numbers preceded by SB are going to be
found in the Saint Peter Songbook.
**Please silence all electronic devices before the liturgy begins. Be thoughtful, be silent, be reverent;
for this is the house of God.
Before the service, speak to the Lord;
during the service, let the Lord speak to you;
after the service (and during the peace) speak to one another.
Cordial Welcome: We welcome all who worship today at the Episcopal Church of St. Peter by-the-Lake. Visitors are
asked to sign the guest register in the Narthex. Everyone is invited to the Parish Hall for food and fellowship
immediately following the service.
Communion: Visitors accustomed to receiving Holy Communion in their own church are welcome to do so at St.
Peter’s. Also, if one is unable to come to the altar rail, contact an Usher prior to the service and communion will be
brought to you.
Worship: Worship in our Episcopal Church community should be characterized by a combination of both tolerance
and respect for others. If during worship you need to exit the nave (sanctuary) or return, please consider the
appropriate times to return during the liturgy: times of congregational singing (hymns) or speaking (the creed); or at
the peace. Please try to refrain from leaving or entering during times of prayer/confession and during the sermon.
Our ushers will be at the doors to the Nave to assist you.
Children: Worship in our Episcopal Church Community should be characterized by a combination of both tolerance
and respect for others. Children are always welcome in worship, but if your child should become 'inconsolable', please
consider quietly moving into the Narthex or Fotinos Hall until your little one 'settles down'. Remember that we have
a fully staffed nursery (infants – 2 yrs.) downstairs for your convenience.
Want to know more? Please speak to a greeter or a member of the clergy to get more information. You can also visit
us online at our parish website, www.saintpeterbythelake.net, and find us on Facebook and Twitter.
THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF
ST. PETER BY-THE-LAKE
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The Word of the Lord
PRELUDE May God bless you during this time of quiet reflection and personal prayer.
ENTRANCE Come, thou long expected Jesus Hymnal 66
GENERAL ACCLAMATION 355
Celebrant: Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
People: And blessed be his kingdom, now and forever. Amen.
COLLECT FOR PURITY 355 Celebrant: Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are
hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love
you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
KYRIE S91 Healy Willan
Lord, have mercy upon us.
Lord, have mercy upon us.
Lord, have mercy upon us.
Christ, have mercy upon us.
Christ, have mercy upon us.
Christ, have mercy upon us.
Lord, have mercy upon us.
Lord, have mercy upon us.
Lord, have mercy upon us.
COLLECT OF THE DAY Celebrant: Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the
armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us
in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge
both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns
with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
THE FIRST READING: Isaiah 2:1-5 Reader: The word that Isaiah son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem.
In days to come the mountain of the Lord’s house
shall be established as the highest of the mountains,
and shall be raised above the hills; all the nations shall stream to it.
Many peoples shall come and say, ‘Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord,
to the house of the God of Jacob;
that he may teach us his ways and that we may walk in his paths.’
8:30 am Service (spoken):
Lord have mercy.
Christ have mercy.
Lord have mercy.
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For out of Zion shall go forth instruction, and the word of the Lord from Jerusalem.
He shall judge between the nations, and shall arbitrate for many peoples;
they shall beat their swords into ploughshares,
and their spears into pruning-hooks;
nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more.
O house of Jacob, come, let us walk in the light of the Lord!
Reader: Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people.
People: Thanks be to God.
PSALM 122 (spoken at 8:30) 2 Now our feet are standing *
within your gates, O Jerusalem.
3 Jerusalem is built as a city *
that is at unity with itself;
4 To which the tribes go up,
the tribes of the Lord, *
the assembly of Israel,
to praise the Name of the Lord.
5 For there are the thrones of judgment, *
the thrones of the house of David.
6 Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: *
"May they prosper who love you.
7 Peace be within your walls *
and quietness within your towers.
8 For my brethren and companions' sake, *
I pray for your prosperity.
9 Because of the house of the Lord our God, *
I will seek to do you good."
PSALM 122 (sung at 10:30) Cantor: Michelle Stewart REFRAIN: I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”
REFRAIN: I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”
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2 Now our feet are standing *
within your gates, O Jerusalem.
3 Jerusalem is built as a city *
that is at unity with itself;
REFRAIN: I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”
4 To which the tribes go up,
the tribes of the Lord, *
the assembly of Israel,
to praise the Name of the Lord.
5 For there are the thrones of judgment, *
the thrones of the house of David.
REFRAIN: I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”
6 Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: *
"May they prosper who love you.
7 Peace be within your walls *
and quietness within your towers.
REFRAIN: I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”
8 For my brethren and companions' sake, *
I pray for your prosperity.
9 Because of the house of the Lord our God, *
I will seek to do you good."
REFRAIN: I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”
THE SECOND READING: Romans 13:11-14 Reader: You know what time it is, how it is now the moment for you to wake from sleep. For
salvation is nearer to us now than when we became believers; the night is far gone, the day is
near. Let us then lay aside the works of darkness and put on the armor of light; let us live
honorably as in the day, not in reveling and drunkenness, not in debauchery and licentiousness,
not in quarreling and jealousy. Instead, put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for
the flesh, to gratify its desires.
Reader: Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people.
People: Thanks be to God.
SEQUENCE Blest be the King whose coming is in the name of God! Hymnal 74 (1,2)
Please stand.
Gospeller: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew.
People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.
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THE HOLY GOSPEL: Matthew 24:36-44 Gospeller: Jesus said to the disciples, “But about that day and hour no one knows, neither
the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. For as the days of Noah were, so will be
the coming of the Son of Man. For as in those days before the flood they were eating and
drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day Noah entered the ark, and they knew
nothing until the flood came and swept them all away, so too will be the coming of the Son of
Man. Then two will be in the field; one will be taken and one will be left. Two women will be
grinding meal together; one will be taken and one will be left. Keep awake therefore, for you do
not know on what day your Lord is coming. But understand this: if the owner of the house had
known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would
not have let his house be broken into. Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is
coming at an unexpected hour.”
Gospeller: The Gospel of the Lord.
People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.
THE SERMON Rev. Dr. Ron Taylor
~ (Silence follows the Sermon) ~
THE NICENE CREED 358 We believe in one God,
the Father, the Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
the only Son of God,
eternally begotten of the Father,
God from God, Light from Light,
true God from true God,
begotten, not made,
of one Being with the Father.
Through him all things were made.
For us and for our salvation
he came down from heaven:
by the power of the Holy Spirit
he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate:
he suffered death and was buried.
On the third day he rose again
in accordance with the Scriptures;
he ascended into heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
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He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.
He has spoken through the prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead,
and the life of the world to come. Amen.
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE FORM III 387
The Leader and People pray responsively
Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church;
That we all may be one.
Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you;
That your Name may be glorified by all people.
We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons;
That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.
We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world;
That there may be justice and peace on the earth.
Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake;
That our works may find favor in your sight.
Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble;
That they may be delivered from their distress.
Give to the departed eternal rest;
Let light perpetual shine upon them.
We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy;
May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom.
Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.
Silence The People may add their own petitions
CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION 360 Celebrant: Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
Leader and People:
Most merciful God,
we confess that we have sinned against you
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in thought, word, and deed,
by what we have done,
and by what we have left undone.
We have not loved you with our whole heart;
we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.
We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.
For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,
have mercy on us and forgive us;
that we may delight in your will,
and walk in your ways,
to the glory of your Name. Amen.
Celebrant: Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our
Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit
keep you in eternal life. Amen.
THE HOLY COMMUNION
THE OFFERTORY
HYMN Doxology Old 100th
Praise God from whom all blessings flow,
Praise Him all creatures here below,
Praise Him above ye heavenly hosts,
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
THE BIDDING PRAYER Celebrant: This is the table, not of the Church, but of God.
It is made ready for all.
So, come, you who have much faith and you who have little,
You who have been here often and you who have not been here long,
You who have tried to follow and those who struggle to find the path.
Come, because it is God who invites you.
It is God’s will that those who desire to do so should meet God here.
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING (Eucharistic Prayer A) 361 Celebrant: The Lord be with you.
People: And also with you.
Celebrant: Lift up your hearts.
People: We lift them to the Lord.
Celebrant: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People: It is right to give him thanks and praise.
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Celebrant: It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you,
Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. (Preface of the day.)
Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of
heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:
SANCTUS Land of Rest
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest.
The people stand or kneel.
Celebrant: Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and,
when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent
Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us,
to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all.
He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself, in obedience to your will,
a perfect sacrifice for the whole world.
On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread;
and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take,
eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”
After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them,
and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for
you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the
remembrance of me.” Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:
Celebrant
And People: Christ has died.
Christ is risen.
Christ will come again.
Celebrant: We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise
and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts.
Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy
food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive
this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us
with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.
All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of
the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN. Danish 3-fold
And now, as our Savior As our Savior Christ
Christ has taught us, has taught us,
we are bold to say, we now pray,
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Lift up our eyes and see His face,
And His grace forever.
May the Lord, Mighty Lord
Bless and keep us forever.
THE LORD’S PRAYER 364
Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy Name,
thy kingdom come,
thy will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those
who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
and the power, and the glory,
for ever and ever. Amen.
THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD Celebrant: (Alleluia.) Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;
People: Therefore let us keep the feast. (Alleluia.)
ADMINISTRATION OF THE SACRAMENT
HYMN AT COMMUNION Let us break bread together Hymnal 325
POST COMMUNION PRAYER 365 Celebrant and People: Eternal God, heavenly Father,
you have graciously accepted us as living members
of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food
in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood.
Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage
to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart;
through Christ our Lord. Amen.
AN ‘EDELWEISS’ BLESSING (Sung to the tune of Edelweiss)
May the Lord, Mighty Lord
Bless and keep us forever.
Grant us peace, perfect peace
Love in every endeavor.
HYMN Lord, dismiss us with thy blessing Hymnal 344
DISMISSAL
POSTLUDE
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The altar flowers are given to the glory of God by Bill and Jane Lifsey in memory of Marge & Clyde Hollingshead.
Servant Participants
Licensed Lay Assist.: Jim Bowden
Greeters: Diane Johnson, Dave Pittinaro
Acolytes: Morgan McPeak, Zoe Jarman,
Jonathan Ireland
Chalice Bearers: Kathleen Wiley,
Michelle Stewart, Josette Anzalone
Music: Leigh Ann Johnston
A Word From The Rev. Dr. Ron Taylor
Not All Darkness is Bad Winter has drawn us into seasonal darkness. The sun often slides on pale clouds into a late morning and sets too early, while we long for just another hour of daylight. Often the darkness that envelops us in this season sits heavily with us. It might invade our inner being, causing us to feel dark, empty, void of energy on one hand – or being teased by tension on the other. Humans through history have looked for ways to keep back the dark – fires, candles, and finally electricity. Even St. Paul encourages us to beat back the darkness by putting on the armor of light. But darkness is part of the cycle of nature. Not all darkness is bad. Nature needs the darkness of winter to hibernate and prepare for the renewal of spring. In darkness we might be able to sense the quiet peace within us. We often close our eyes to pray. The darkness can draw us closer to one another for warmth and companionship. Perhaps we could look at the natural darkness of the Advent weeks in a different way. Might we sometimes go too far in flooding our natural darkness with artificial light that draws us to loud and persistent noise? These kinds of lights may draw us into spending more than we have, forcing us to dash from store to store, from thing to thing, enveloping us in tension instead of peace. Perhaps, as we wait for the true light of the world, the embodiment of peace, joy, and love, we could settle for a time of darkness. We might let the quiet surround us, the Advent season shield us for a time of prayer and reflection regaining our inner peace. (The Rev. Dr. Suzanna Metz, Synthesis)
Faithfully, Father Ron
Readers: Irene Stollery, Abbey Heil
Ushers: Hal Shinn, Dick Lunney, Duane Rinkus,
Gary Johnston
Altar Guild: Jim & Ann Bowden, Sherree Brady,
Vickie Jordan, Lara Readling, Nancy Driggers ,
Gloria Reid, Priscilla Foley, Frances Smith
Children’s Chapel: Lisa & Joe Anzalone
Coffee Hour: Wagner & Parton
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Financial updates
Thru 10.31.19
Income: Pledges Promised: $ 277,490.00
Pledged Income Received: $ 272,236.17
Pledged Income Difference: $ (5,253.83)
Other Income Budgeted: $ 29,676.60
Other Income Received: $ 31,651.70
Other Income Difference: $1,975.10
Total Income Budgeted: $ 307,166.60
Total Income Received: $ 303,887.87
Total Income Difference: $ (3,278.73)
Expenses:
Total Spending Budgeted (Including Mortgage P&I): $ 307,166.60
Total Amount Spent: $ 342,273.27
Budgeted Spending Difference: $ (35,106.67)
Notes: 1. To date, we have spent $35,106.67 more than budgeted
2. To date we have spent $38,385.40 more than we have collected.
Weekly prayers
Today we are thankful for and we pray for St. Andrew’s [Bessemer City] and St. Andrew’s [Canton]. We are also thankful for and we pray for our local area church, United Presbyterian Church, and we pray our ECW: The Episcopal Church Women and their work in Christ’s kingdom.
We pray for those who are Emergency Responders, and those who serve in Law enforcement, especially: Bart Arnold, Ross Bulla, Brian Kelly, Melvin Mathias, Chris Moody, Bailey Parton, David Plyler, and Ellen Schmieder as we continue to pray for world peace.
Have you remembered St. Peter by-the-Lake in your will or estate plans? If you would like to speak to someone about this, please contact Beckye Smith at [email protected].
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Upcoming Week Monday December 2nd
7PM AA (Fotinos) 7PM 12th Night Practice (Furr)
Tuesday December 3rd 6:30pm Basketball - Rinkus (Furr)
Wednesday December 4th NOON Centering Prayer 6PM Handbells
7PM Adult Choir 7PM EFM 6:30-8:30PM Basketball - Aebischer (Furr)
Thursday December 5th 1-5 PM Bridge (Furr) 7PM DOK Christmas Tea (Fotinos)
Friday December 6th
Saturday December 7th 4-10 PM Private Event (Furr Hall)
Sunday December 8th 8:30AM HE 8:30AM Nursery Available 9:30AM Christian Formation 9:45AM Adult Choir
10:30AM HE 4pm Advent Festival
ONLINE GIVING IS NOW
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You can give online at www.saintpeterbythelake.net by clicking on the online giving link. Thank you!
The
Episcopal
Church of
Saint Peter
By-The-Lake
Church Entrance and Mailing Address:
8433 Fairfield Forest Road, Denver, NC 28037
Phone: (704) 483-3460 Fax: (704) 483-3456
Web:
www.saintpeterbythelake.net
Upcoming Events
December 8th ADVENT FESTIVAL 4pm December 15th LESSONS & CAROLS 10:30am December 24th 4pm Christmas Eve Service & Children’s Pageant December 24th 11pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Attendance
November 24th
8:30am…..70
10:30….140
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Ministries Worship Acolytes Altar Guild Chalice Bearers Readers Ushers Nursery Children’s Chapel Greeters Altar Flowers
Music St. Peter Adult Choir Handbell Choir
Alexander Community Concert Series
Pastoral Care CareLinks Lay Eucharistic Ministry HOPIN Food Program Emergency Child Care Prayer Shawl Ministry
Education Youth & EYC Children’s Ministries Nursery/Chapel Education for Ministry Vacation Bible School ECW Parish Life Community
Fellowship EYC Youth Group Children’s Ministry Shepherd Groups DOK Men’s Group Adult Sports Ministry
Business Stewardship Office Volunteers Fiscal Advisory Team Ministry Fair Technology Team Kitchen Team
Outreach Hesed House ELCM
Outreach Committee HOPIN Food Program AGAPE Nursing Home Ministry Senior Adult Ministry Newcomer Ministry Corner Table Crop Walk Communities in School Relay for Life Habitat for Humanity Crisis Program Missions Committee Parish Nursing Program
Welcoming Greeters Ushers
Building and Ground Gardening Building Maint. Plumbing Electrical Security Parish Work Day
Jesus Christ, Head of the Church
Clergy The Rt. Rev. José A. McLoughlin, Bishop
The Reverend Dr. Ronald B. Taylor, Rector [email protected]
The Reverend Judith Cole, Deacon [email protected] Pastoral Care Team/Lay Eucharistic Ministers
Staff
Parish Administrator Kate D’Amato [email protected]
Parish Accountant Janice McGuire [email protected]
Nursery Staff Grimelda Alderman Teacher Lilianna Johnston Teacher
Programs
Director of Christian Formation & Newcomer Ministry Kina Cartee [email protected]
Music
Organist and Director of the Music Leigh Ann Johnston [email protected]
Vestry
Matt Gustis Senior Warden [email protected] Stewardship / Finance
Ron Horne Junior Warden [email protected] Building & Grounds Lisa Anzalone Christian Formation Sherree Brady Technology Vikki Gaver Mission-Outreach, Worship/Liturgy
Cyndi Jarvis Mission- Outreach, Technology
Daniel Malyevac Stewardship/ Finance Ross Bulla Pastoral Care / Parish Life Ronnie Rudd Building & Grounds
Daphne Wagner Clerk of Vestry
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WAYS TO SERVE SUNDAY BULLETIN ITEMS are due in Church office by 10:00 am on the prior Wednesday. Please submit them by email to [email protected] as a Word document or place a hardcopy in the mailbox for Parish Administrator.
REQUESTS REQUESTS FOR PRAYER -- To make a prayer request for a loved one or a community or a national concern to be offered up on Sunday mornings, record the name on the prayer list beside the Guest Register in the Narthex. If the concern is ongoing and you would like the name also listed in the NET and prayed for on Sunday mornings on a rotating basis over a long period, circle the name on the list. Confidential prayer can be requested using the blue DOK prayer cards in the pews. Prayer requests received on the DOK cards are kept confidential and are not spoken on Sunday mornings, but are prayed for by all DOK members daily for one month or longer, if requested on the card.
CHURCH NEWS & EVENTS SATURDAY BREAKFAST AT STACYS If you would like to receive emails regarding activities of the men in the Church, send your email address to [email protected] (and we will add you to this year's list.) Anyone without email can call David Pittinaro 704-530-1858, and we will set up a calling list.
DOK – Christmas Tea All are welcome to join us December 5th from 6:30-8pm in Fotinos for our annual Christmas Tea. Bring your favorite tea cup (or one will be provided). Bring a favorite ornament and a story to share about it! Ornament craft, cookie exchange, and food & fun! All ladies of the parish are welcome! Hope to see you there! CHRISTMAS FOOD BAGS The Christmas food bag delivery will be December 14th at 9:30AM. These are our only needs at this point: Saltines, Cereal, Canned Meat (tuna, chicken, ham), and Peanut Butter. Contact Patrick or Patty Duggan at 704-483-3856 with questions. CHRISTIAN FORMATION NEWS Church-wide Advent Study for the entire family! Our schedule: 12/01: NO Sunday School - Happy Thanksgiving 12/08: Drosselmeir: A Godfather's Love 12/15: The Mouse King: Changing Perspective 12/22: The Nutcracker: The Greatest Gift Please make plans to join us with your family for this timely and seasonal worship opportunity!
COMMUNITY NEWS Mistletoe, Memories, and the Manger – East Lincoln Community Chorus Christmas is a time for gathering family and friends. It's a time to enjoy cherished traditions, to remember favorite moments, and celebrate the most important event in human history...the birth of a babe in a manger. Come get in the Christmas spirit with the ELCC as we perform, Mistletoe, Memories and the Manger, a free family-friendly concert at Unity Presbyterian Church. Three shows: Thursday, Dec 5th 7:30 Friday, Dec 6th 7:30 Saturday Dec 7th 3:00
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CHRISTMAS TEA with the Daughters of the American Revolution Would you be interested in attending a Christmas Tea and Auction to benefit the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution? It's on Sunday, Dec. 15th at 2 PM Let me know... We had a REALLY good time last year!!! Carole Rowell 704-516-2312.
EACH YEAR THE MISSION-OUTREACH TEAM CHOOSES AN ORGANIZATION THAT RECEIVES THE
CHRISTMAS COLLECTION. THIS YEAR IT WILL BE HESED HOUSE OF HOPE. ENVELOPES
WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR YOUR DONATION. We hope you can give generously to the less fortunate. The doors remain open "year round" for the 2nd year to homeless men, women and families in Lincoln County providing a safe drug and alcohol free shelter to sleep, shower, and eat dinner and breakfast daily. We house 25 people each night (mostly employed) including many children. Currently we are beginning construction of a 1000 sq ft addition to the front of the facility in Lincolnton which will create a family suite, and renovate the lobby and intake office. Please visit our new website, HesedHouseofHope.com to read more about all the exciting things that are going on to help those in need to transition into a permanent residence or the Hesed House of Hope Lincoln County facebook page. Current needs are gloves, men's boxers, umbrellas and new towels also cleaning supplies, kitchen items, and food for box lunches for our working residents are always welcome. $5 gift cards to a fast food restaurant are a treat for anyone hungry. Please call or email Claire Tracy (704-483-1111 or [email protected]), parish representative, if you would like to volunteer during the year to cook, help with intake, or work on a project. We have lots of good suggestions!!
A monthly highlight of organizations we support with our Time, Talent and Treasure.
FOCUS ON MISSION - OUTREACH TEAM And do not neglect doing good and sharing; for with such sacrifices God is pleased. Hebrews 13:16
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Advent Festival DECEMBER 8th Join us for a kick off to your holiday season with our annual Advent Festival. This year, we will step back to a time when this time of year was more simple - into the magical world of the Nutcracker.
Enjoy a traditional 18th Century dinner, period decorations and costumes (all attending are encouraged - but not required- to join the fun of dressing up in 18th century garb if you like), make at least four crafts/ornaments to take home and add to your collection, and fun that will conclude with a sampling of traditional German carols to close out our evening.
This is a free event for the community. Doors will open at 4:00 pm, and the schedule of activities will be floating except for dinner. Dinner will be served at 6:00pm in Furr Hall. From 4-7pm, enjoy the sights and sounds of an 18th Century Christmas, visit the different craft stations (adult and kid crafts will be available), stop by our North Pole outpost for a picture and visit with Santa, enjoy football on the TVs set up in Fotinos Hall, and conclude your evening with wonderful traditional dishes and desserts before you are sent off with a concert of carols!
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