ERD SUNDAY
The 2nd Sunday of Advent, December 6, is the 80th anniversary of
Episcopal Relief and Development, a ministry Emmmanuelites have long relied on to channel our compassion internationally and for disaster relief. Along with many other Episcopal churches, Emmanuel will welcome Rob Radtke of ERD as guest preacher. On our YouTube channel and Facebook page, using the readings for the second Sunday of Advent, he will also reflect on St. Nicholas and the work of ERD.
CHRISTMAS FLOWERS
While we won’t be decorating the church property as lavishly for Christmas as in years past, parishioners who come to any in-person Masses we might be able to offer, as well as all those who join us on video or for the
Zoom carol sing on Sunday December 20, will still get to enjoy poinsettias and greenery adorning the nave. So as we do every year, we invite you to take the opportunity to donate flowers for Christmastide in memory of a loved one or in thanksgiving for a blessing. Mailed and emailed forms have already gone out, or give online at
https://emec.breezechms.com/form/christmas by December 16th. Look also for invitations to come in to church and decorate December 21 to 23!
ADVENT CANDLE PRESENTAIONS
Watch our Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube (whichever you prefer!) this month for videos of parishioner households lighting the Emmanuel Advent wreath and praying the collect for each week. The Advent collects are among the masterpieces of our Anglican tradition and well worth your time.
ZOOM CAROL SING
Sing the songs of Christmastide just a bit early with our Emmanuel choristers, plus Mike Fisher and Chris Mason! As with all our online hymn sings, we'll be able to see each other (though muted), and music and words will be provided on the screen. Invite friends and family as we prepare for the Incarnation with familiar texts, prayers, and tunes.
RSVP at the Facebook event, and on the 20th just click JOIN EVENT to go straight to the carol sing.