The Season of Advent is a time to prepare for the birth of Christ at Christmas.
Advent 2023
Advent Worship Services and Gatherings
Intergenerational Advent Wreath Making
Wednesday November 29, 6:30 PM
Get a joyful start to the season – come make an Advent wreath! Join parishioners of all ages as we make Advent wreaths to use at home. We’ll gather in the Parish Hall. St. Philip’s will provide wreath materials.
Sign up here to make a wreath
Advent 1
Sunday December 3
8 AM, 9 AM and 11 AM – Holy Eucharist
10 AM – Forum Series: Rich and Poor: What do they mean to you?
Advent Lessons and Carols
Wednesday December 6
5:30 PM – Eucharist in the Church
5:30 PM – Dinner in the Parish Hall
6:30 PM – Advent Lessons and Carols in the Church
Advent 2
Sunday December 10
8 AM, 9 AM and 11 AM – Holy Eucharist
10 AM – Forum Series: Rich and Poor: What do they mean in scripture?
Wednesday December 13
5:30 PM – Eucharist in the Church
5:30 PM – Dinner in the Parish Hall
6:30 PM – Cultivating Quiet: A time of rest, contemplation and prayer in the church
Advent 3
Sunday December 17
8 AM, 9 AM and 11 AM – Holy Eucharist
10 AM – Forum Series: Rich and Poor: What do they mean to us?
Nativity Pageant Rehearsal
Sunday December 17, 12 PM
The children’s nativity pageant returns on Christmas Eve as a part of the 4 PM Eucharist! All children and youth are invited to participate. Contact Emily Sparks, Ryals Minister for Children with any questions.
Sign up for pageant by December 7
Blue Christmas
Wednesday, December 20, 7 PM
5:30 PM – Holy Eucharist
5:30 PM – Dinner in the Parish Hall
6:30 PM – Cultivating Quiet: A time of rest, contemplation and prayer in the church
7:30 PM – Blue Christmas Service – a quiet time for meditation and prayer. All are welcome, whether you are grieving or need a break from holiday stress
Advent 4
Sunday December 24
10 AM – Holy Eucharist in the Parish Hall