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This Sunday
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December 13th
Third Advent
Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might
come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let
your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through
Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor
and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Zephaniah 3:14-20
Canticle 9
Philippians 4:4-7
Luke 3:7-18 8am: Holy Eucharist
Our early service is unaccompanied by music and usually lasts about 50 minutes. Coffee and fellowship are offered before the service begins in the parish hall, while the sanctuary is available for quiet prayer. Another coffee hour follows the service.
9am: Sunday School
In addition to Nursery care for children under three, there are two classrooms of Godly Play offered from pre-school through 2nd grade. 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders are invited to their own classroom where they'll study the Episcopal Prayerbook and Catechism in a pre-confirmation type class. One the first Sunday of most months, a special Children's Chapel event is offered for all kids. This year is brand new for us, so come early (or stay late of you're an eight O'clocker) and join us!
10am: Holy Eucharist
Our late morning service is accompanied by organ music, congregational singing, and the offerings of our adult mixed choir. On the first, and occasionally second, Sunday of each month, Soul Purpose, our contemporary music band, accompanies the liturgy. Nursery care is available for our youngest members and guests. A festive coffee hour for children and adults follows the Eucharist.
Christmas Pageant Rehearsal
Immediately following the service, all children interested in participating in this year's Christmas Pageant are invited to gather in the front of the church for a rehearsal.
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Next Week at Christ Church
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December 14th through 19th
Monday
Cornerstone Office Closed
Wednesday
Eucharist & Lunch, 12:05pm, Sanctuary
Thursday
Men's Group, 7pm, Trackside Pizza
Friday
Youth Cafe, 7pm, Youth Room
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Announcements
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Upcoming Events
Youth Cafe meets Friday, December 18th! Our usual last-Friday-of-the-month meeting date is inconveniently occupied by another holiday this month, so we'll be meeting a week early. All Middle School and High School youth are welcome!
The Knitting Ministry is meeting on Monday, December 21st at 6pm, at the Argus Manor recreation building: 204 9th Ave. SE, Puyallup.
Our Christmas Worship services are at 4:00pm and 10:30pm on Thursday, December 24th, and 10:00am on Friday, December 25th.
The Church Office will be closed the week following Christmas.
General Announcements
There are some free Advent materials on the table by the name tag board. Help yourself!
All children interested in participating in the annual Christmas Pageant are invited to attend rehearsal this Sunday, immediately following the 10:00am Eucharist.
Vestry Service: We are seeking new Vestry members for next year. This is an great way to serve our local parish and to learn more about how the church operates at the same time. If you're interested in being considered, please contact Henry Nielsen at (253) 262-3900.
December is 'Baby Food, Formula, and Diapers Month' for the Food Bank. Thank you for your generosity!
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Questions? Comments? More Information?
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