scampbell@ppcsinc.org or 314.603.9991.

If you were asked to lead a prayer in front of a group, would you feel out of place?  If someone asked you what it was like for you to pray, would you not quite know what to say?  Does meditation seem like something other people do?  Would you like to learn the basics of prayer?  Frank Krebs is going to have a series of classes on the first three Thursdays of December at church on the basic "how-to" of prayer.  It's a way to celebrate Advent as a preparation time for meeting our God.  (Also if you would like, Frank would be willing to visit your small group or to work with you individually around these same practices.  You may reach him at fekrebs@msn.com.) 

With Peace United Church of Christ, we take the longest night, December 21, to honor the parts of Christmas that hurt -- grief, loss, loneliness.  You are invited to bring photos of deceased loved ones to the service. All are welcome for this liturgy and fellowship to follow.

Michelle Smith has been invited to preach at St. Jerome's in Tulsa this Sunday, December 16, so there will not be a worship service at Ackert Park this Sunday. She will preach on Sunday, December 30 at 9:00 am. thanks to all for your support.

With the Christmas season approaching, many of us will find ourselves stressed out with the shopping, partying, and many other activities we will face.  Taking time out to be quiet and reflect on the meaning of God's dwelling among us can be something of a luxury.  To make it a bit easier, the Peace UCC church sanctuary will be open for quiet meditation every Sunday evening during advent (December 2, 9, 16 and 23) from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Feel free to stop by for a few minutes, an hour, or more to relax, rejuvenate and remember the good news that Jesus brought to the world.

Practice yoga with a warm, open community every Saturday morning, 9:00 - 10:30 am, and Thursday evening,  6:00-7:00 pm, at the church (204 E. Lockwood Ave. Webster Groves 63119). This class is open to all to nurture mind, body, and spirit. Our instructor, Jeff Miller, has a gift for teaching, offering helpful individualized instruction to both beginners and advanced students. These are donations-based class, pay what you can (most studio yoga classes cost $10-15 per session). Do not let cost stand in your way of participating. E-mail Jeff if you would like to receive class updates via e-mail. Contact Jeff Miller (mefjillito@gmail.com) or Jessica Rowley (jessica.rowley@stsclareandfrancis.org) with questions. 

Sts. Clare & Francis will celebrate Christmas Mass on Tuesday, December 25th at 10:00 am.