Starry Nights
Advent & Christmas to Ephiphany
How good it is to sing praises to our God; for God is gracious, and a song of praise fitting. God heals the broken-hearted and binds up their wounds. God determines the number of the stars and gives to all of them their names. +Psalm 147: 1-4
Lessons and Carols Service
Sunday, December 14, 5:00 PM
A musical evening service that invites you to step into the story, the scripture, the tradition, and the music. Followed by a festive reception in Thaxter Hall.
Blue Christmas Service
Thursday, December 18, 6:00 PM
On these darkest days of the year, many of us experience feelings of grief and loss. This service invites you to express this alongside the hope of coming light, with special music.
The Christmas Pageant
Sunday, December 21, 10:00 AM
The Youth and Children present the annual St. John’s Christmas Pageant – a must see!
The Feast of the Nativity of Our Lord (CHRISTMAS EVE)
Wednesday, December 24
4:00 PM | Family-friendly service with children’s choir
8:00 PM | Celebratory service with musical prelude
11:00 PM | Rite I with candlelight and music (Note: there will be incense burned at this service)
Christmas Morning Rite II
Thursday, December 25, 10:00 AM
Holy Eucharist with congregational hymns in the light of Christmas morning.
All Ages Epiphany Star Festival
Sunday, January 4, 10:00 AM
You are invited to St. John’s second annaul Epiphany Star Festival! Through festive worship, joy filled music, and thoughtful reflections we will celebrate the way God is revealed to us in the light of others. Come wearing your most sparkly, star adorned outfit, bring a star themed treat for coffee hour, and join us as we celebrate this season of discovery and connection as we follow the light together.
Advent brings us through the darkest night of the year, and back out toward the light of Christmas and Epiphany. All are welcome to any service or formation opportunity!
