From the Rector – Advent, The Way Of Love
Turn. Learn. Pray. Worship. Bless. Go. Rest.
These are the practices that our Presiding Bishop, The Most Reverend Michael Curry, has put forth as the path to living a Jesus-Centered life. Take a few minutes and learn a bit about them by watching this video:
The Way of Love will be the theme of our Advent adult formation program this year. Plan to attend our Advent workshop designed around these practices, either on Sunday, December 2nd or Monday, December 3rd.
Advent devotionals for all ages will also be available beginning Sunday, December 2nd, and everyone is invited to come at 9:30 am to make an Advent wreath to take home and use throughout the season.
I wish you a very happy Thanksgiving and look with anticipation as we journey through the season of Advent to reach the holy celebration of Christmas once again.
Yours in God’s peace,
Kristin+
Thrift Shop
Hello again from St. James’ Thrift Shop!
The Children’s Holiday Bazaar turned out great. What a wonderful time was had by all. I lost count of all the kids that came through, so excited to shop and then see Santa Claus, sit on his lap, tell him what they wanted for Christmas and receive their candy cane. Parents got some great pics too! This event would have never happened without all our employees and volunteers. It was hard work but we all rose to the challenge. Thank you to everyone!
I cannot believe this week is Thanksgiving. Our shop is stocked with Christmas everything.
We have artificial trees, ornaments, decorations, lights, extension cords and gifts for everyone.
Please come in and see what you can find at St. James’ Thrift Shop.
Sandy Baker, Manager
Thrift with purpose!
Quartermania
2 WEEKS AND COUNTING ‘TIL HOLIDAY QUARTERMANIA!!!
Please start making your plans now for our Holiday Quartermania event at the church on FRIDAY, DEC 7th! The doors will open at 6 pm with the games beginning at 7 pm. Delicious refreshments will also be available for purchase throughout the evening, including amazing desserts being sold by our Youth Group. This will be a great night to begin your holidays by gathering with your family and friends to win special gifts for yourself and your loved ones.
E-mail judysquartermanias@aol.com or call Judy @ 240-674-1961 to advance reserve a seat for $5 (a $3 discount!); admission fees will be collected at the door. Come join us to begin your holidays with this fun and entertaining game!
Quartermania Baked Goods Needed!
Support the youth summer service trip fun by donating items for the bake sale table at Quartermania on Friday, December 7. Please label your donation with one copy of the INGREDIENTS and bring it to the church by FRIDAY, December 7th by 6:00 pm.
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Office Hours For Laura Week of November 25
Monday through Thursday 10-4.
Advent & Christmas Bulletin Cover Art
This year, beginning on the First Sunday of Advent and going through The Epiphany, our bulletins will feature artwork from our Kindergarten-2nd Grade Sunday School class. Earlier this month Rev. Kristin joined teachers Betsy Davis and Jessica Bahorich to share about the circle of the church year, and the stories and symbols used for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. The children then drew pictures representing the stories. Every Sunday a different artist will be highlighted and all children in class that day will have at least one bulletin cover this holiday season!
Hand Knit Scarves, Shawls, and Cowls
Made by Lucy Winston with yarn from local farms will be available tor sale starting Sunday, November 25 between our two services. Proceeds will go to St. James’. Buy a gift or treat yourself!
Vestry Nominations
The Vestry Nominating Committee is excited to announce they are accepting nominations for the 2019-2022 Vestry Class. A nominating form is available in the narthex which details ideal qualities for candidates as well as Vestry member responsibilities. You can submit your name or the name or someone you think would be a candidate in the box in the narthex.
Prayer Rotation
Please join the Daughters of the King in praying for each parishioner in rotation during 2018 by taking this notice home and by posting it where it will remind you to pray on a daily basis for the needs and blessings of:
Vic and Jeannie Pellicier (Maria, William, Caroline)
David and Heather Peters (Amber, Connor)
Jon and Liz Peterson
A member of the Daughters of the King will be contacting you this week for special prayer requests.
