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Coming soon...Sunday, February 5th
- return to the common cup for Holy Eucharist at all services. Please see Rev. Tim's message here.
- upgrades to our usher name badges!
- the release of the Lenten programming schedule with exciting offerings for all ages
Up next...Sunday, February 12th
- 11:15am Absalom Jones presentation
- 4pm Concert of Spirituals honoring President Lincoln
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2022 Year End Contribution Statements
available in the narthex
Please remember to pick yours up this Sunday!
We are still awaiting the delayed shipment of offering envelopes for 2023.
Thank you for your patience.
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We are grateful for our volunteers!
You keep our services running smoothly week to week. Are you interested in joining in? We have lots of opportunities from greeters to lay readers to flower delivery. Email sarah@adventks.org to learn more about how you can become involved at Advent!
*Volunteers who sign-up after Wednesday each week may miss the cutoff for printing bulletins, so although your name may not be printed, we are grateful for your time and talents.
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Altar Guild is seeking new members
Would you like to volunteer, but have a busy life schedule and limited time? Altar Guild is a great option. I am appealing and asking for your consideration. Please checkout what the Altar Guild does here, and contact Kym Dyer with any questions, concerns, or to add your name to our team! Thank you! Kym Dyer (610) 299-0027
THIS SUNDAY! Eucharistic Minister and Subdeacons
On Sunday, January 29th, immediately following the 10:15 a.m. service, there will be a brief training in the church for Eucharistic Ministers and Subdeacons. For anyone who is interested in serving in one of these roles, this is an opportunity to learn more and be trained. For all of who are currently serving, this is an opportunity for a refresher following the pandemic-induced hiatus! If you have any questions, please contact Rev. Tim 610-444-4624 or rector@adventks.org.
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THIS SATURDAY! Prayer Shawl Ministry
Saturday, January 28th from 10am-12pm
As always friends are welcome regardless of skill set age or experience. We have been blessed with additional donations of yarn and supplies so we are well stocked.
Bring any completed works, questions, works-in-progress and of course yourselves. We look forward to seeing everyone as we resume our meeting on the last Saturdays of the month schedule. Mark your calendars too.
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Honoring Cort Raynor DeVoe | |
It is with sadness that I share with you that Advent parishioner Cort DeVoe died peacefully on January 20th. He is survived by Nancy - his wife of 72 years - their sons, and their respective families.
Cort was a member of the Church of the Advent for more than two decades. Prior to retirement, he served for many years in the United States Coast Guard, followed by a successful career in the defense technology sector. Throughout his life, he served his community through the church, as Little League coach, and as Cub Scoutmaster. His obituary may be found below.
A memorial service for family and friends will be held at Crosslands, in the William Penn Room, on Saturday, January 28, at 2 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Church of the Advent.
In Christ,
Rev. Tim
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Welcome to a Life of Faith in the Episcopal Church
Do you have questions about the Episcopal Church? Do you wonder about some of Advent’s worship practices? Unsure about terms like laity, diocese, and unction? Answers to these questions and so much more are covered in the book Welcome to a Life of Faith in the Episcopal Church by Megan Castellan. Please borrow one of the six copies found in the back of the church, read it, and return it for another parishioner to enjoy.
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Bhagavad Gita Book Study
Wednesdays, 6:30pm-7:30pm via Zoom
The Bhagavad Gita is the most widely utilized spiritual text in the world. We will read the book together and discuss the story and philosophy. We will follow the edition by Eknath Easwaran (available on Amazon, etc.). Join us if you're curious. No worries if you haven't read the early chapters -- we'll help you out!
Church of Advent is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Bhagavad Gita Book Study
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88069647149?pwd=RWlWT1RVTGIyc0E0QTYrcmxKbWRadz09
Meeting ID: 880 6964 7149
Passcode: 173540
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Bible Study
Exploring of our Christian Roots; Growing our Christian Lives
Wednesdays, 10am – 11:30am via Zoom
The group continues to use “The Complete Gospels,” but has started exploring some of the non-Canonical writings in that book. We have read “The Gospel of Mary,” and are now beginning the “Infancy Gospel of James” and plan to read the “Infancy Gospel of Thomas” after that. Although not part of the Canon, these stories influenced the early Christian communities in their respect for Mary (James) and the path the child Jesus took to becoming the adult we meet in the Canonical Gospels (Thomas).
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87532511236?pwd=bm1GTDlIQmVWV2NZTlFVNjdUUHNqdz09
Meeting ID: 875 3251 1236
Passcode: 726332
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Sunday School ~ Contact Form
Kindergarten through 6th graders
Sunday mornings 9:45am-10:15am
Each Sunday, we'll be offering programming for our K-6th graders. Some Sundays we'll have traditional Sunday School with a Bible Lesson or Godly Play, some we'll have the kids do a service project (Giving Back Sundays), and some we'll host a Stay & Play Sunday where we encourage our kids to worship together and stay for fellowship after.
If you are joining us for the first time, please fill out the registration form below!
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Confirmation Class ~ Registration Form
7th and 8th graders
Sunday evenings 6pm-7:15pm at Advent
Confirmation Retreat--this is open to all youth who are planning on being confirmed in 2023. It is a chance to get to deeper explore your faith and meet youth from around the diocese! Drop off is on February 11th at our Diocesan Absalom Jones Celebration (Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral), and pickup will be at St. Luke's Germantown on February 12th at 3pm. Contact Emma with any questions or to arrange a carpool! For more information or to register, click here.
Please note the updated schedule for the spring semester found here.
Always visit our website for the most up to date events!
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YOUTH GROUP ~ Registration Form
9th-12th graders
We will offer Youth Group for our high schoolers from 6:00-7:15 at Advent on the following dates: February 5th, March 5th, April 23rd, and May 7th. We will meet at the same time as Confirmation Class to make it easier for families, but the groups will meet separately. This will be a time to check-in, have fun, and talk about Jesus!
Always visit our website for the most up to date events!
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- Visit the donation station in the lobby for current VA Hospital needs
- We will again be filling 50 first aid kits for children all over the world who need medical care, but for various circumstances are unable to seek medical help. This is organized by ProjectCURE, and we will fill these bags in January. Stay tuned for more details to come.
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NEW! Check out a story on Dick Sanford from the Rachel Ray Show!!
- Advent’s own Dick Sanford began an organization several years ago to help children, whom had no articles of clothing to keep warm. He actually began organizing at Advent for donation coats, and then began a non-profit organization to make and donate NEW coats for children all over the country. Please visit the narthex to get a pre-addressed envelope to make a donation.
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Advent will be hosting American Red Cross blood drives throughout 2023. See the dates below through March and use the link to schedule a donation should you desire.
Tuesday, February 7 1-6pm
Tuesday, February 14 1-6pm
Tuesday, March 7 1-6pm
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2023: Celebrating the Life and Ministry of Blessed Absalom Jones | |
"Remember, celebrate, act." On 2/11/23 we will honor the life and ministry of the Blessed Absalom Jones, the first African American priest in The Episcopal Church, with a service at The Philadelphia Cathedral that includes music from across the diocese and beyond. Register for this event.
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KUSANYA: "The Gathering," A Racial Healing Circle | |
Facilitated by Lailah Dunbar-Keeys, Racial Healing Circles provide a safe space for a small group of participants to speak about, listen to, and subsequently heal from stories about race and racism. Presented by the Diocesan Anti-Racism Commission. Free and open to lay and clergy who identify as African American.
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Are you planning to host a meeting in person OR via Zoom on behalf of Advent?
Have you reserved your space or Zoom room?
Please contact Sarah OR use the online form available.
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