Advent Vespers: Wednesday, December 7
The Reverend Dr. M. Craig Barnes
The Word Became Flesh: A Word that Enlightens (John 1:6-9)
Join us at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary for a candlelight communion service that includes special music offered by soprano soloist Crystal Stryker and the Shadyside Strings. Childcare is available. Read more.
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Third Sunday in Advent, December 11
The Reverend Dr. M. Craig Barnes
Gifts of the Messiah: Joy (Isaiah 40:6-11)
- Christian Education for All Ages at 9:45 a.m. (Details)
Adult Education: Lectionary-based class in the Hulme Room, led by
LaNita Butler and Dan Isadore, Seminary Interns. - Worship at 11:00 a.m.
Choral Music: "Salvation Is Created," by Paul Tschesnokoff, and
"There Shall a Star from Jacob Come Forth," by Felix Mendelssohn.
Organ Music by Helmut Walcha and Andrew Carter. - Fellowship Hour at noon in the Parish Hall
Malachi Market: Purchase your alternative gifts on this final Sunday.
Book and CDs: Elder Tim Engleman's book Evidence of Things Not Seen:
Architecture & Symbolism at Shadyside Presbyterian Church and
assorted music and sermon recordings will be available for purchase.
picking up your envelopes.
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A Service of Nine Lessons and Carols
 On Sun., Dec. 11, at 4:00 p.m., please join the Nazareth Choir, the Chancel Choir, and the pastors as we celebrate the birth of our Lord in a Service of Nine Lessons and Carols. Based on the service begun at King's College, Cambridge, in 1918, the service traditionally begins with the hymn Once in Royal David's City. The story of the fall of humanity, the promise of a Messiah, and the birth of Jesus is then told through a series of Scripture readings, carols, and hymns. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall.
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Upcoming Opportunities
- Advent Vespers: Wed., Dec. 7, at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Reverend Dr. M. Craig Barnes, preaching. Please see above.
- Sojourner House Women's Retreat: Sat., Dec. 10, at 10:00 a.m. Women of SPC are welcome to attend and meet women from Sojourner House. Read more.
- Women's Book Study: Sat., Dec. 10, at 10:00 a.m. at the home of Virginia Farnsworth. Read more.
- India Mission Presentation: Sun., Dec. 11, at 12:15 p.m. in the Hulme Room. Read more.
- Shadyside Presbyterian Youth Sundays: Sun., Dec. 11, at
12:30 p.m. in the Youth Room. Read more. - A Service of Nine Lessons & Carols: Sun., Dec. 11, at 4:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Please see above.
- Young Adult/Grad. Student Gathering: Sun., Dec. 11, at
7:00 p.m. in the Hulme Room. Read more. - Campus Ministry Cookie Baking: Mon., Dec. 12, at 5:00 p.m. in the kitchen. Read more.
- Prayer Group: Tues., Dec. 13, at 10:00 a.m. Read more.
- Campus Ministry Cookie Delivery to Chatham: Tues., Dec. 13, at 7:45 p.m. Read more.
- Campus Ministry Cookie Delivery to CMU: Wed., Dec. 14, at 7:45 p.m. Read more.
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Malachi Market
 Now in its seventh year, the Malachi Market invites you to consider purchasing alternative gifts in honor of your loved ones this Advent season. Order forms are available and may be submitted during the Time of Fellowship on Sun., Dec. 11. Read more.
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Pledges and Year-end Giving
As we come to the close of the year, please consider whether you have completed paying your pledge for this calendar year. It is important that we receive those amounts pledged in order not to end the year with a deficit. In addition, prayerfully consider whether you are able to give beyond your pledged amount. For those who make year-end gifts, please remember the church in your giving. Both pledges and gifts must be received by Dec. 31 in order to be included in this year.
Looking ahead, if you have not made your pledge for 2012, please do so by filling out one of the pledge forms found in the pews and placing it in the offering plate or sending it to the church office.
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