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This Sunday's sermon, Advent Conspiracy: Give More, is the third week of our Advent Conspiracy series. Watch the Advent Conspiracy video and learn more here. |
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This Sunday, December 11, 2011
Third Sunday of Advent
8:15 in the Chapel
9:30 and 11 a.m. services in the Sanctuary
Sermon: "Advent Conspiracy: Give More"
God's gift to us was a relationship built on love. So it's no wonder why we're drawn to the idea that Christmas should be a time to love our friends and family in the most memorable ways possible. Time is the real gift Christmas offers us, and no matter how hard we look, it can't be found at the mall. Time to make a gift that turns into the next family heirloom. Time to write mom a letter. Time to take the kids sledding. Time to bake really good cookies and sing really bad Christmas carols. Time to make love visible through relational giving. Sounds a lot better than getting a sweater two sizes too big, right?
Preaching: Dr. Blair Monie Music: At the 9:30 and 11 a.m. services, the Sanctuary Choir will sing "Lux Aurumque" arranged by Eric Whitacre. Sunday's Bulletin l This Sunday's Christian Education |
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This Sunday at PHPC
Yule Feast The tables are set, the meal is prepared, and the candles flicker with the warmth of our traditional Yule Feast. Yule Feast is this Sunday at 5 p.m. in Jubilee Hall. You can purchase tickets at the door.
CarolfestCome start the magic of the Christmas season with dinner starting at 5 p.m., followed by Carolfest in the Sanctuary at 6:30. This always popular annual event features all of PHPC's choirs and handbell choirs in a joyous evening of Christmas music. Included in the evening will be some of your favorite carols and sacred music, along with a few festive holiday pieces for sing-a-long. Child care is available for children ages 0-5. If you can't make it here, you can watch a live stream of it on our website at www.phpc.org/livefeed.
Dickens of a Christmas Short Term ClassCharles Dickens has had more influence on the way that we celebrate Christmas today than any other individual (except one, of course). Revive your holiday spirit by joining Rev. Nicole Bates and Cal Chaney this Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in Jubilee Hall B to discuss A Christmas Carol and Dickens' lesser known children's book, Life of Our Lord.
Solo Lunch at Celebration Join Solo, PHPC's group of singles ages 45 - 65, for lunch at Celebration (4503 W. Lovers Lane) after the 11 a.m. service.
Also in the AtriumFlower sign-ups for 2012, Malawi Tree and Africa Bags, Presbyterian Women Tea and Coffee Sale, and the VMLC and Good Shepherd Community Center Angel Tree. Remember to bring your Christmas card to share with the PHPC family by putting it on the banner in the Atrium.
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Surviving the Holidays, December 13
Tuesday, December 13, 6:30 - 8:15 p.m. in the Parlor
Reservations needed by Sunday, December 11
The holiday season is here, and you may be experiencing a jumble of emotions that you've yet to sort out. Facing a holiday after a loss, separation, or divorce can be more difficult than your friends and family members may realize.
Join us as we tackle topics such as:
*How to prepare for surprising emotions that may hit over the holidays
*What to do about family traditions and other coming changes
*How to survive potentially awkward moments at holiday events
*How to help your children have a good holiday experience
*Where to find comfort, strength, and hope in a seemingly hopeless time
Know someone who might benefit from this program? This is a great opportunity to reach out in care. Light snacks will be served and child care is provided with 48-hour notice (214-368-6348, ext. 108). On your message please include event date and time along with the age and name of the child coming. Make your reservation for this free program at www.phpc.org/holidays. Questions? Contact Paula Kirby at pkirby@phpc.org or 214-368-6348, ext. 113.
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Solo Trolley Party
Solo, PHPC's group for singles ages 45 - 65, is having a Christmas Trolley Party on Friday, December 16, from6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Enjoy riding on a restored antique electric trolley between West Village in uptown and the Arts District.
Registration is $20 per person, and seating is limited to 35 people. Bring your own favorite beverages; hearty appetizers will be provided.
Get all the details and make your reservation at www.phpc.org/trolley.
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