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SUNDAY SERVICE INFORMATION
December 13, 2020
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Due to the increase of COVID cases, the Diocese has suspended all in-person, indoor services
8:00 am (Rite I) Service - via Zoom
Meeting ID: 508 076 9883
Passcode: 182004
10:00am (Rite II) Service* - Live Streaming via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adventcincy.org/live/
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JASON'S REFLECTIONS
Despite being a relatively short passage, St. Paul has a lot to say, especially when it comes to directives on piety and faithful Christian behavior: "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances."
Advent is a season of expectation and preparation. Many of us have heard that many times. But in a time of year when "expectation" and "preparation' are the subliminal vocabulary of influential voices in our society (especially retail stores), I think it is important to remember that, as Christians, expectant preparation is duly embodied in this season when we, as St. Paul presses us to do, rejoice, pray, and give thanks. And while it is true that all three of those can be done at any time of the day and at any time of the week--and I hope that is the case for you--I think it is, at the very least, done within the context of Sunday morning, in the presence of your faith community.
One of the precepts in our baptismal covenant is to "continue in the apostles' teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers?" In other words, don't forget to go to church. And that is what I'm explicitly asking of you right now: don't forget to go to church (even it it is on Zoom). I don't say this because I want anyone to feel guilty, I say it, because your presence is more inspiring to me and others than you might know. And I say it, because I genuinely believe in the power and efficacy of the church coming together to rejoice, pray, and give thanks.
This is where I'll stop. But please know that however you prepare and celebrate this season, you are always loved!
Jason+
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P.S. I am attaching a picture that I photoshopped this week in order to--digitally--reconnect the Holy Family as, I think, they were intended to be by Louis Tiffany, the renowned stained glass artist who created these windows, which currently sit separated in the apse. You can see a bigger version of this picture on our developing new website, adventcincy.org
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WEBSITE UPDATE
A New Source of Information
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Church of the Advent has a new look on the internet filled with new resources, such as Newsletters, Bulletins, Calendar of Events, and more.
Visit the new updated website at:
AdventCincy.org
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ADVENT ZINE
A JOURNEY THROUGH ADVENT & CHRISTMAS
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Advent is the time of year when Christians wait for the Incarnation to appear and to celebrate its arrival at Christmas.
The Rev. Canon Jane Gerdsen and The Rev. Jason Oden will lead a Wednesday night zoom study and prayer service using an Advent zine created and published by staff and members of our cathedral.
This zine is meant to be used daily, and it holds special recipes and activities to support your faithful and joyful observance of Advent.
When: December 6 (last session)
Time: 7 - 8:30pm
Meeting ID: 981 6721 7293
Passcode: 669304
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OPEN DOOR MINISTRIES
Grocery Bags Please!
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ODM is in need of grocery plastic bags to help bag groceries for their clients in the food pantry. Please consider dropping off grocery bags at the church.
Open Hours:
Mon, Wed, Fri 9:30am - 11:30am
Only services available: food pantry and the payee program. The café remains closed until further notice.
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CHURCH FAMILY DIRECTORY
Stay informed!
We have a new Church Database and are in the process of entering our church family members. If you have had any changes in your contact information in the past few months: address, phone, email, please let us know by clicking on the button to fill our a contact information form.
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Thank you for helping us stay connected.
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PRESIDING BISHOP
MICHAEL CURRY
A Christmas Message of Joy & Hope
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Joy to the world! The Lord is come. In your hearts, in your homes, in your lives, prepare him room.
On Facebook
On Episcopal Church website:
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OPEN DOOR MINISTRIES
Stain Glass Calendars
Limited Quatity available
Each calendar costs $25(pick up) or $30 if mailed and supports the mission of ODM. Every month features a beautiful stain glassed window of the Church of the Advent.
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STEWARDSHIP
You can still send your 2021 Pledge
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It's not too late to pledge for 2021 and support the Church of the Advent and it's ministries to the community.
Check the Stewardship Letter for details. Or click on the yellow button to submit your pledge online:
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If you need the church to mail you a copy of the Stewardship Letter, please email Maaike at office@adventcincy.org
Thank you for supporting
Church of the Advent
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The Way of Love Advent Series
DATE AND TIME Wednesdays
12/02/20 7:00pm - 12/23/20 8:30pm
LOCATION
Zoom - register to receive link
We'll gather each Wednesday in December (12/16; 12/23) from 7-8:30pm to reflect on and practice the Way of Love.
For more information, contact Amy Howton at ahowton@diosohio.org.
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Consider Making A Donation
Your donation is secure and your information will not be shared.
Thank you for supporting the ministries of the Church of the Advent.
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VESTRY MINUTES
Vestry Minutes have been approved for October. Please feel free to read them and if you have any questions, please let the office know.
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Advent Weekly Newsletter Submissions
If you have a church event or activity you would like to share in this newsletter, please submit your article to Maaike Chertock, Parish Administrator, at Office@AdventCincy.org
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