CHS News
December 6, 2020
Advent V: Clavis David Sunday
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Advent V: Clavis David Sunday:
Gracious God, your Son Jesus Christ opened wide gate of heaven, making plain the way that leads to eternal joy: Grant that we who have been buried with Christ in baptism and raised to new life may strive courageously for the freedom and peace of the world; through the same your Son, Jesus Christ, to whom with you and the Holy Spirit be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.
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Nicholas of Myrna:
Almighty God, in your love you gave your servant Nicholas of Myra a perpetual name for deeds of kindness both on land and sea: Grant, we pray, that your Church may never cease to work for the happiness of children, the safety of sailors, the relief of the poor, and the help of those tossed by tempests of doubt or grief; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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Sunday Services
Worship at Church of the Holy Spirit is both in-person and online. During this time of the Covid-19 epidemic, those attending in-person will be asked to wear masks and maintain social distancing.
8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion
10:00 a.m. - Holy Communion
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Find the lessons appointed for Sunday and the litany - here >
Sunday's readings
call us to repentance. Isaiah announces that God is coming to deliver and comfort—prepare the way! The author of 2 Peter tells us to prepare for this coming by living in holiness and devotion. In today’s gospel, John the baptizer proclaims “a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins” (v. 4).
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Dr. Rob Droste, Canon for Congregational Development and Mission from our Diocese of New Jersey will join us for a brief conversation following the sermon. He will offer a brief response to the proclamation of the Gospel and engage with Fr. Phil on a vision for the Church in the coming months and years ahead. |
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Include (copy, paste and complete):
- Name
- Address
- Contact phone number
- Instructions on where you would like the Sacrament delivered.
You must be home to receive. We cannot simply drop it off.
The Lay Eucharistic Distributor will call when they arrive.
Communion will be delivered directly after services end (before Noon).
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Three Thursdays @ 8 p.m. - 12/3 ( that's today!), 12/10 & 12/17 |
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Wanted: your extra wall calendars and greeting cards - Deadline Sunday, December 6! |
It’s that time of year again. Organizations are sending out rafts of calendars and cards, still, and if you have no use for them, we have another suggestion: Veteran’s Haven North would welcome them. If you leave in plastic bags hanging on the parish hall door or right beside it, Vicki Brooks will pick them up and deliver. We’ve already taken a carton-full to the women of Edna Mahan, so it’s time to spread the wealth. Thanks for your support.
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In lieu of wrapped gifts this year, $25 gift cards will be provided for our friends at Freedom House and their Family Afterward program, Good News Home, Anderson House, Cristo Rey, and Binnacle House. In order to provide these gifts, we are asking for monetary donations. With these funds, we will purchase the 125 gift cards and distribute to the recipients. More information >
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We are putting together a video of your Christmas decorating traditions for the Christmas Eve service.
Do you have a creche you display every year? Is your tree decorated with your favorite ornaments gathered from your travels or inherited from your family?
We would love to include your photos of them and share with our faith community. Deadline for submission is December 15th. Please send to admin@churchholyspirit.org and use Christmas Video as the subject line. Looking forward to sharing together those meaningful traditions. |
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Calling All Knitters and Crocheters |
Since the onset of the pandemic, the Shawl Ministry at the NJ Women's Prison has been shut down. No shawls are currently being made by the inmates of the prison. Consequently, our stock of shawls for distribution by CHS to persons in need has been almost totally depleted. If you are a knitter or crocheter, think about picking up your needles and hooks to help replenish our supply. Yarn is available in the hallway bins adjacent to the church office. If you need patterns or advice (or encouragement), ask any member of the Prayer Shawl Prison Ministry: John Andrews, Susan Kane, Vicki Brooks, Diane Bendahmane, Karen Murray, Roberta Maas, Judy Linger, Carol Crawford Jones, Anne Simpson, Dot Hospador, and Father Philip. Unleash your creativity and help the Shawl Ministry through this tough period. You will be glad you did. |
CHSchool offering coming: White Christian Privilege on Saturday, 12 December at 4pm. Pre-registration is required - contact Judy Linger ( judy.linger@gmail.com) |
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December 20 - Story time with Santa |
On the evening of December 20, Santa plans to read a Christmas story for our children of all ages from his remote location. Attendees are encouraged to wear their jammies and have a hot cocoa (or stronger) drink at home while enjoying the story. Santa, after all, is a very busy man in December. Rumor has it Mrs Claus may assist her husband that evening as well. Other surprise performances may also occur. Watch the website for time and link!
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Save the Date - January 24, 2021
CHS Annual Meeting
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Your continuing support is appreciated :) |
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