Mark your Calendar
Feast of St Andrew
Monday • December 1 • 7.30p
We will offer a simple service of Holy Communion with hymns (about 45 minutes) to commemorate the Feast of St Andrew.
Women’s Ornament Exchange
Friday • December 5 • 7p
All the women of All Souls are invited to join us to celebrate the season. Bring a wrapped ornament (under $20) and an appetizer or dessert to share. RSVP to Ann McCarthy.
Feast of St. Nicholas
Saturday • December 6 • 7p
Please join us for our traditional St. Nicholas celebration. We will celebrate this special feast day with our short theatrical production followed by games, activities, a craft, refreshments, a cookie exchange, and the St. Nicholas Shoppe.
The evening is appropriate for the entire church family—young and old, married and single. So, please join us! Click here for more information.
Autumnal Souls Holiday Gathering
Thursday • December 11 • 10.00a
Join us at the home of Jim & Melissa Beitler. We’ll meet for fellowship and then will spend some time sharing about our holiday traditions. RSVP to Melissa.
An Advent Evening of Poetry
Friday • December 12 • 7.30p
Join us at the home of Deacon Mary Baker for an evening of poetry. Bring a poem related to Advent or any other favorite to read to the gathering. Or, just come to listen. Treats and holiday cheer provided. RSVPs to Mary Baker are appreciated but not required.
Caroling
Sunday • December 14 • 3.30p
All the Souls are invited to gather for Christmas caroling. Meet in the church parking lot. Please RSVP so we are sure to have sufficient transportation.
Youth & Treehouse Christmas Party
Sunday • December 14 • 6.00–7.30p
All 4th–12th graders are welcome for a Christmas Party with lots of food and fun! David Szomor and Sarah Cornwell will be in contact with details and instructions as the date approaches.
Advent IV
Sunday • December 21 • 10a
Single worship service, including Nursery (ages 0–2), Sprouts (ages 3–4), and Children’s Worship (K–3rd grade). No Education & Formation Hour.
Christmas Eve
Wednesday • December 24
Holy Communion & Candlelight Carols • 7p
Welcome the Newborn King with carols and candlelight. Nursery available for ages 0–4.
Festival of Carols & Midnight Mass • 10.30p
A candlelight service of Holy Communion ending at midnight, preceded by a time of scripture and song. No nursery care provided.
Christmas Day Worship & Holy Communion
Thursday • December 25 • 10a
Please join us Christmas morning. No nursery care nor children’s programming, but as always, children are welcome in the service.
Christmas I
Sunday • December 28 • 10a
Single worship service, including Nursery (ages 0–2), Sprouts (ages 3–4), and Children’s Worship (K–3rd grade). No Education & Formation Hour.
Christmas II
Sunday • January 4 • 10a
Single worship service, including Nursery (ages 0–2), Sprouts (ages 3–4), and Children’s Worship (K–3rd grade). No Education & Formation Hour.
The Feast of the Epiphany
Tuesday • January 6 • 7p
Please join us as we remember and celebrate the Nativity. The arrival of the Magi reminds us of Christ, a Light for the whole world.
This “Twelfth Night” of Christmas will include a dramatic presentation wrapped in a Eucharistic service. Following the service, we will enjoy refreshments, fellowship, crafts, and activities downstairs + fire pits and hot drinks outside.
The evening is appropriate for the entire church family—young and old, married and single. We hope you’ll join us!
Epiphany I
Sunday • January 11 • 8.45/10.00/11.00a
Two services + Education & Formation Hour resume.
Resources
Advent Project for Exodus
During Advent, we will gather Household Care Packs for four refugee families that the Souls are befriending through Exodus’ New Neighbor program. Check out how to participate by purchasing household supplies, donating for groceries, and/or helping with the delivery.
Christmas Poinsettias
Sundays • December 7 • December 14
Red, pink, and white poinsettias will be available for purchase for $17 (cash/checks only) after both services on Advent II & III. They will beautify our Nave during the Christmas Season and can be designated in memory of a loved one or for blessings received. Contact Bonnie Jensen with questions.
Daily Prayer
Pick up an Advent to Epiphany Daily Prayer Booklet from our literature rack by the front door or print your own. Visit our prayer web page for other prayer resources, including intercessions for the Souls and resources from the Book of Common Prayer.
O Antiphons
We invite the Souls into the spiritual practice of reciting or singing the O Antiphons during the Octave of Christmas, December 17–23. Each O Antiphon highlights a title for the Messiah taken from the prophecy of Isaiah.
These Antiphons have been recited since the early church, traditionally before the Gospel Canticle. However, they can be recited any time each day before Christmas Eve as a group or individual meditation on the Incarnation, during daily or family devotions, or even before Grace and the lighting of the Advent Candle at dinner. The O Antiphons are included in the Advent to Epiphany Daily Prayer Booklet linked above or click to print for home use. Copies are also available at church.
Jesse Tree
A Jesse Tree can be a wonderful daily Advent practice for all ages. This is a Christian tradition spanning across denominations. Typically, one ornament accompanies Bible verses each day from December 1 to 25. The verses begin with Creation and proceed through the Biblical history of God’s relationship to His people, culminating in the birth of the Savior in the final ornament on the 25th.
To get started, you might:
Print at home:
Here’s the whole set of ornaments and accompanying booklet with Scripture readings.
Pick up in person:
Pick up a packet of pre-made ornaments & booklet of Scripture readings at All Souls. Look for the crimson envelopes on the seasonal resource table at the bottom of the stairs.
Advent Music for the Souls
Enjoy the playlist the Souls have created and download who shared each piece and why.
Advent Daily Offices
December 1, 3, 5 + 8, 10, 12 • 8.30a/4.30p
The Wheaton College Art Department offers Morning & Evening Prayer (approx 30 mins) in Adams 301 during Advent—Monday through Friday, while classes are in session.
Here is a three min video that gives a good flavor for what happens. All are welcome. Bring a friend!
