ADVENT SERIES

On Wednesdays in Advent (December 6, 13, & 20), we will have a Supper Series in the Parish Hall.

6:30 PM | Meal begins

6:45 PM | Evening Prayer

7:00 PM | Program

For the program, children will join Dr. Jeremy Chesman and Tatum Trader in the choir room for songs and activities, which will be showcased at the early Christmas Eve service.

Fr. Isaac will lead an adult forum discussing the saints and martyrs we commemorate on these days, beginning with St. Nicholas. The final session will also include preparing the Christmas greens for the church.

ADVENT WOMEN'S DAY

On Wednesday, December 13, the 10am service will include a special Advent-themed homily, and then the women of the church will have a reflective conversation over lunch nearby. If you plan to join for lunch, let Elaine Atkinson know by Friday, December 8, so reservations can be made.

FAMILY FELLOWSHIP

On Sunday, December 17, the Family Fellowship group will host a time of fun for children and parents after the service. Feel free to wear ugly or silly Christmas sweaters, and join for snacks, a photo booth, and other activities!

LITURGICAL CHANGES

As we prepare to begin a new church year on the First Sunday of Advent, you will notice a few changes in the Sunday morning liturgy at St. James. Some changes are seasonal, like beginning with the penitential order; others are permanent, such as the altar party processing out after we've been dismissed. Acknowledging that adjustments take time, let's be gracious with one another as we try on some new norms.

CROSSLINES

Many thanks to those who volunteered today at Crosslines and to those who contributed to our donation of funds and hygiene items!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Sat., 12/16/23, 10am: Deanery Safe Church Training

Wed., 12/20/23, 6:30pm: The Fluffing of the Greens

Sun., 12/24/23, after Advent IV Sunday Mass: The Greening of the Church

Sun., 12/24/23, 5pm: Christmas Eve, Early Service

Sun., 12/24/23, 10pm: Christmas Eve, Midnight Mass

Mon., 12/25/23, 10am: Christmas Day Mass

Tues., 12/26/23, 10am: Mass, St. Stephen

Wed., 12/27/23, 10am: Mass, St. John

Thurs., 12/28/23, 7pm: Blue Christmas Mass, Holy Innocents

Mon., 1/1/24, 12n: Mass, Holy Name

Sat., 1/6/24, 12n: Mass, Epiphany

Adult Formation: Tactile Prayer

9:30 am, led by Elizabeth James

Celebrations & Prayers