We are called to be Christ’s loving arms in the world

The early church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, and some modern Christian churches of various denominations, including Episcopal, celebrate a seven-week season of Advent each year. The 7 weeks are based on what are called the O Antiphons, a series of prayers which invite us to explore expanded imagery of God as we observe Advent slowly and intentionally. With permission from Bishop Loya, Saint Anne's will return to ancient roots and celebrate a 7-week Advent Season this year.

On this Second Sunday of Advent, our O Antiphons call on Jesus as Adonai. This is a Hebrew word akin to “Lord”: Adonai is used in the Bible to describe God, and is the highest title used by God's people in the Old Testament. Referring to Jesus as Adonai in the Christian church means we understand Jesus to be one with God.

THIS SUNDAY

8:30 AM: Contemporary worship service, piano music, about 45-50 minutes long. With Eucharist.

10:30 AM: More traditional worship service, mix of piano and organ. Choir. Approximately 60 minutes long. With Eucharist.

The 10:30 service will be broadcast via livestream right here.

From the announcer

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Here are some upcoming Saint Anne's events you'll want to keep on your calendars:

  • November 10: Pledge Drive wraps up

  • November 18: Vestry Meeting

  • November 20: Choir Rehearsal 7:30 PM

  • November 24th: Annual Harvest Dinner

  • December 15: Children's Christmas Boutique

  • December 20: Winter Solstice Service & Bonfire 7 PM

  • December 22: Christmas Pageant; Caroling at Southview Acres

BE AN ANGEL

Saint Anne’s is once again collecting toys and clothing gifts for the YWCA Children Center at The Hubbs Center for Lifelong Learning in the St. Paul, which serves the children of largely immigrant parents pursuing education and job skills training. 

Money is always in short supply for these families, and the holidays can be especially difficult. You can help make the Holidays brighter for the children – and less stressful for the parents – and participate in this season of giving.

Our ANGEL TREE will be in the parish hall from  November 10th through December 1st decorated with angels. We will be providing gifts for 46 children. Each angel represents a gift of toys or clothes needed for a specific child. There are also angels for gift cards (Target $25.00 each) so items can be purchased if you are unable to shop for a gift.

You are invited to take an angel or angels and have fun shopping. Put them under the tree or for gift cards in the basket next to the tree. Please return all gifts by Sunday December 8th. Delivery will be December 11th .Plain gift bags are the best wrapping, then parents can reuse them. Please attach the angel securely to the gift bag so it gets to the right child. Thank you!