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There is a second full-size attic in my parents’ house that I didn’t really know about. My brother and I pulled down the folded ladder, walked up and found four white frames and lighted reindeer along with a couple of other Christmas items. When the moving truck brought all the furniture that I got out of the house, the movers stuck the reindeer on top of it all. Now, they’ve come out of the shed and we are trying to keep them standing upright. They need a strong anchor like a tent stake or something. We all need a strong anchor, that’s for sure. The holidays bring on lots more activities. Make sure you are grounded in your faith to navigate the many challenges and joys! of Christmas. Attending advent services and events is one way to remind yourself and your family of the prophecy foretold, the waiting, and the birth of our Savior.
Handel’s Messiah will be presented on December 3rd at 3:00 pm in our sanctuary again this year. Please come and bring your friends to this event. Contributions are welcome to support the expenses of this endeavor. Checks should be written to St. Simons Presbyterian Church and noted “Messiah” or @sspres for Venmo contributions (note Messiah).
This month, you will have the opportunity to partake in communion twice. Once on December 4th at both services and again at the 9:00 pm service on Christmas Eve. We are approaching the 2nd Sunday of Advent where the candle of Peace is lit. The Chancel Choir will offer “The Jesus Gift” by Gilbert M. Martin.
On December 11th, our Chancel Ringers and our youngest singers will provide music for the 10:30 am service.
Mark your calendars for Live Nativity on December 16th (one night only this year) at 6 & 7 pm.
“And There Was Light” by Joseph Martin is being presented by the Chancel Choir and orchestra at the 10:30 am service on the 4th Sunday of Advent, December 18th.
On December 21, we will hold a “Longest Night” service for those that are grieving or those that wish to support them.
Christmas Eve has three different choices for worship: 4:00 pm – brief service designed for young families; 5:30 pm – Candles and Carols with choir and instruments for all; and 9:00 pm – a quiet service with a homily and communion. More details to come……
Christmas Day – one service at 10:30 am. This one will be like opening another present! Come and find out how worship will be.
Remind me if I’ve missed anything! Hope to see you at all of these services.
Hope, Peace, and Gratitude,
Rhonda
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