Did you know that December 25 is actually only the first day of Christmas? There are a full 12 days to celebrate the birth of Jesus and the mystery of the Incarnation between Christmas Day and Epiphany, celebrated on January 6.
This Sunday, December 28, we welcome guest preacher Rev. Tom English as we continue our celebration of Christmastide. Next week, January 4, Pastor Betty and Pastor Kerry return for the beginning of the season of Epiphany. Hope you'll join us!
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Blue Christmas & Children's Worship
This week we have two special opportunities for worship:
Blue Christmas: Thursday, December 18 at 7:00 p.m. in the second floor parlor - A service of hope and comfort for all who struggle during the holidays.
Children's Worship Service: Sunday, December 21 at 10:00 a.m. - Our children will lead us to Bethlehem and the mystery of the stable with song and drama. Our presence is our gift to the children as we encourage their life of faith, and their faith and witness is their gift to us.
And of course, next week is our Christmas Eve service of Carols, Communion and Candlelight: Wednesday, December 24 at 7:00 p.m. All are invited to a spirit-filled time of beautiful music and a thoughtful message about who it is we welcome at Christmas.
Bring family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, or just yourself and your questions! All are welcome at Highlands UMC, an open and affirming intergenerational community of faith.
Blue Christmas: Thursday, December 18 at 7:00 p.m. in the second floor parlor - A service of hope and comfort for all who struggle during the holidays.
Children's Worship Service: Sunday, December 21 at 10:00 a.m. - Our children will lead us to Bethlehem and the mystery of the stable with song and drama. Our presence is our gift to the children as we encourage their life of faith, and their faith and witness is their gift to us.
And of course, next week is our Christmas Eve service of Carols, Communion and Candlelight: Wednesday, December 24 at 7:00 p.m. All are invited to a spirit-filled time of beautiful music and a thoughtful message about who it is we welcome at Christmas.
Bring family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, or just yourself and your questions! All are welcome at Highlands UMC, an open and affirming intergenerational community of faith.
Monday, December 08, 2008
3rd week of Advent
This Sunday, December 14, Pastor Betty will preach on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24. All are welcome as we consider how to prepare for the birth of Christ once again.
In addition to the various Advent announcements and activities below, those interested in caroling for Holiday in the Highlands this Sunday are invited to rehearse Wednesday evening 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. before choir rehearsal.
In addition to the various Advent announcements and activities below, those interested in caroling for Holiday in the Highlands this Sunday are invited to rehearse Wednesday evening 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. before choir rehearsal.
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
Advent, Advent, Advent!
Advent has begun! We are hoping, preparing, waiting, and watching for how God will come to us in new ways this holy season. There are many opportunities to participate in our faith community this month, and ALL people are welcome!
This Sunday, December 7, Pastor Betty is preaching on "Revolutionary Peace," based on Mark 1:1-8. This week is also Holy Communion, which we celebrate the first Sunday of each month. All are welcome at Christ's table.
Pastor Kerry is leading an Advent study Wednesday afternoons 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. called "What Do You Want for Christmas?" Even if you missed the first week, you are welcome to join us!
On Thursday, December 18, we will offer a "Blue Christmas" service at 7:00 p.m. in the parlor on the 2nd floor. This is a sacred space and time for all who struggle during the holidays, whether because of grief, loneliness, abuse, economic hard times, depression, or other reasons. We find that hope is most meaningful when we can acknowledge the realities of life.
Our children are eagerly preparing their Christmas play, Mystery in the Stable, which will be presented on Sunday, December 21 during our 10am worship service. If you would like your child(ren) to participate, you can learn more at our Children's Ministry page, or you can contact the church office.
Blessings on you and your family as you prepare to welcome Christ once again!
This Sunday, December 7, Pastor Betty is preaching on "Revolutionary Peace," based on Mark 1:1-8. This week is also Holy Communion, which we celebrate the first Sunday of each month. All are welcome at Christ's table.
Pastor Kerry is leading an Advent study Wednesday afternoons 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. called "What Do You Want for Christmas?" Even if you missed the first week, you are welcome to join us!
On Thursday, December 18, we will offer a "Blue Christmas" service at 7:00 p.m. in the parlor on the 2nd floor. This is a sacred space and time for all who struggle during the holidays, whether because of grief, loneliness, abuse, economic hard times, depression, or other reasons. We find that hope is most meaningful when we can acknowledge the realities of life.
Our children are eagerly preparing their Christmas play, Mystery in the Stable, which will be presented on Sunday, December 21 during our 10am worship service. If you would like your child(ren) to participate, you can learn more at our Children's Ministry page, or you can contact the church office.
Blessings on you and your family as you prepare to welcome Christ once again!
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