Events
A journey in Scripture and song from Sunday, December 21, 2008 The service of Lessons and Carols dates from 1880, when the Bishop of Truro, England drew up a service of Biblical lessons and Christmas carols for use on Christmas Eve. In 1918, the service was adapted for use at King’s College, Cambridge. Through Holy Scripture and music, Lessons and Carols tells the story of the miracle of the Nativity, from Old Testament prophecy through the Birth of Christ. Our service at Saint Paul’s follows the King’s College format, with the use of the nine traditional Scripture readings, each followed by a carol anthem or a congregational carol. This year, the carols sung by our Saint Paul’s Choir will be enhanced by the participation of members of the Virginia Symphony: Sherie Lake Aguirre, oboe; Barbara Chapman, harp; and Robert Cross and Tim Bishop, percussion. Allen Shaffer, Music Director of Christ and Saint Luke’s Church, Norfolk, is the guest organist. The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols is one of the most beloved services in the Anglican tradition, a service of pure joy that anticipates the beginning of our faith community’s celebration of Christmas. I look forward to welcoming you to this year’s Festival, as together, we join to proclaim the news of Christ’s birth! Men’s Breakfast All men in the parish are invited to breakfast in the Parish Hall on Tuesday, October 7, at 8:30 a.m. Come for a delectable breakfast for only $5, and enjoy conversation and fellowship with each other.
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Join us on Sunday, October 19th at 3:00 p.m. for John Sayles’s The Secret of Roan Inish. This is a wonderful movie for the whole family. It is the story of a girl searching for her brother and discovering the truth of an old Irish legend. Christianity 101
Who is Jesus? How do I read the Bible? What is prayer? What is the history of Saint Paul’s? Join us for five classes, led by our Rector Scott Hennessy, as we explore the basics of our faith and history of our parish. Christianity 101 is designed for all, from newcomers to seasoned church member to anyone in between as an opportunity to support one another in our growth. We will meet on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. beginning October 1. If you are interested please sign up in the parish hall or call the church office 627-4353.
Sunday Morning Adult Forms
Sunday Morning Adult Forums Sunday Morning Adult Forums are an offering of Adult Formation. These forums are designed to serve several purposes: 1) to raise awareness on important topics; 2) to provide needed information for the parish; and 3) to enrich the spiritual growth of adults. All forums invite participants into lively discussion, framed by well qualified engaging speakers and facilitators. October 26 Spirituality of the Family: Being faithful to each other before God Ms. Caroline Black Diocesan Missioner for Christian Formation November 2 Ministry within our Occupations Dr. Anne Donnelly, M.D., Mr. Jeff Creekmore, Ms. Dorothy Shaffer Parishioners November 9 The Joys and Blessings of Advent: Turning off the Christmas Machine The Reverend Scott Hennessy & Mrs. Martha Jones November 16 The Music of Advent Mr. Charles Woodward, Director of Music November 23 The Ancient Art of Making Advent Wreaths An intergenerational time teaching each other to make wreaths Mrs. Kathleen Franz & Mrs. Libby Bousman, Parishioners November 30 Sharing our thanksgivings for God’s gift of life December 7 Parish Annual Meeting with Vestry Elections Mr. Robert Byrd, Senior Warden December 14 The Theology of Christmas with the Help of Three Saints: Francis, Nickolaus, and Phillips Brooks The Reverend Scott Hennessy December 21 A Literary Christmas with Hot Cocoa and Peppermint Mr. Dennis Hustead, Ms. Carol McMichael, Mr. Christopher Hanna, Parishioners December 28
No Formation for children and adults
My Faith, My Life: Jenifer Gamber, the author of My Faith, My Life: A Teen’s Guide to the Episcopal Church, will be at Saint Paul’s on January 31 and February 1, of 2009. Jenifer is a member of the Cathedral Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, PA., and has worked passionately with youth for many years. Jenifer and her husband have two teen age children. Her presentation, along with dialogue from those gathered, is so down to earth, and yet filled with zest and knowledge of teen agers. Many in this diocese have heard Jenifer speak and have read her book. If you are a youth leader, parents of youth, and for those of you who have affirmed our youth over the years, this Saturday and Sunday is for you. On Sunday, February 1, Jenifer will spend time with our youth. There will be more details as the time draws near, but knowing many of you will want to attend and also have quickly filled calendars, I wanted you to know about this event in advance. Martha Jones |
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