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December 22, 2024
The Fourth Sunday of Advent
Today's Readings: Micah 5:2–5a; Hebrews 10:5–10; Luke 1:39–45, (46–55); Canticle 15 (or 3), or Psalm 80:1–7
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8 am (Church) Holy Eucharist
Our earliest service on Sundays, the 8 am service offers a quiet, traditional service with a sermon and no music. The order of service follows the traditional Rite I language of the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer.
9 am (Chapel) Holy Eucharist
Join us for an intimate celebration of holy communion, held in the round, that emphasizes congregational singing and fresh, new ways of talking about God and the life of faith. St. Bart's Singers offer musical leadership. Download the leaflet here.
10 am Activity Hour for Children, Youth, and Families
- Nursery Care (Ages 0-4) in the playroom on the basement of the Community House
Kid's Club and Youth at the Center are off for the Holiday Weekend. - St. Bart's Kids' Club Children in grades K-5 meet in the playroom on the basement of the Community House. Through arts, crafts, movement, and games, we bring the stories of Jesus to life, and make church fun!
- Youth at the Center for grades 6-12 meets in Room 32.
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10 am (Great Hall) The Forum: The Divine Feminine
Heather Christian, whose production “Terce: A Practical Breviary” won widespread acclaim earlier this year, speaks about the divine feminine and its influence on her work
11 am (Church) Choral Eucharist
Download our worship leaflet to follow along. Printed copies are available at the service, or, as an eco-friendly option, a QR code of the worship leaflet is accessible at the entrance to the Church.
- Just before the sermon, all children are invited to join Kids' Church in the chapel, which includes an age-appropriate time of prayer, music, and a lesson.
- The 11 am service will also be livestreamed. Additional info here.
- To add a name to the prayer list, please fill out a prayer request form.
Join us for gatherings after church
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Coffee Hour Celebrating William Gonzalez at 12:15 in the Great Hall
Director of Maintenance William "Willie" Gonzalez will retire from St. Bart's at the end of the year after more than two decades of dedicated service. Join us to honor Willie's extraordinary commitment at the 11 am service Sunday, followed by a reception during coffee hour. -
Family Lunch and Pageant Rehearsal at 12:15 pm in the Vestry Room. All children, youth, and their families (parents included!) are invited to join us for pizza and salad. Following lunch, those with speaking roles in the Christmas Pageant will rehearse in the church from 1 until 2 pm. Rehearsal is only required for those with speaking parts. "Come-As-You-Are" Cast Members do not need to attend. Sign up for the pageant here.
- Living Christ Sangha meditation group, 3 pm via Zoom
See our weekly eNews with information for online gatherings and classes this week.
5 pm (Chapel) Candlelight Carols
Hear the Christmas story and sing your favorite carols in this majestic service that includes music by our combined choirs and an awe-inspiring candlelit procession. A brief service of holy communion follows in the chapel for those who wish. Join us in person (Park Avenue at 51st Street) or online via our website, Facebook or YouTube. Download the worship leaflet here.