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Diocesan Convention

You may visit the Diocese of Western North Carolina link to see the address to the convention by The Rt. Rev. Porter Taylor, and to read the transcript of the address of The Most Rev. Most Rev. Dr. Katharine Jefferts Schori, Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church.

ADVENT LESSONS and CAROLS - Sunday, November 30 - 3:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary- Make your free ticket reservations for this service.  Jim Sutherland and the senior choir are preparing exciting new anthems for this occasion which will feature guest musicians.  Readers from the congregation will present the Lessons and the congregation will join in on the hymns.  Since we are expecting a capacity attendance, please call the church office beginning Monday, November 10 to secure your reservations for you free tickets, but also let us know if your plans change and you cannot attend so tickets may be released to other people.  A wonderful reception will follow in the Parish Hall.  This is a contemplative service and will begin our season of Advent in an informative, peaceful, and inspiring manner.

HEADSTART CHRISTMAS PARTY - Tuesday December 9, ECW will have their Christmas party for the Headstart children. This year they will have the annual salad and dessert lunch, and those attending will be able to decorate a gingerbread house to take home.  MARK YOUR CALENDARS.

ANNUAL PARISH CHRISTMAS PARTY is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday December 16th.  This is our event of the year. Reserversation aare necessary.  Cost $10 per person/$25 per family.  Please prepay your reservations at the church office before December 12.

SEASON OF GRIEF - Coming up.  Wednesdays, January 7 through February 18 - 1:30 p.m. - Parish Library. This is a seven week support group for anyone who has lost a loved one to death.  During the sessions, led by Deacon Joyce, the group will share memories of loved ones and discuss coping methods that move toward healing.  Materials fee is $20.  Please call Deacon Joyce at the church office to register or for more information.

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