Vicar’s Message

As we approach the 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas itself, there will be many opportunities to worship at St. George’s in the coming days. We have the tremendous gift of a very beautiful church and a very welcoming community. Please consider sharing that gift with those you love. Most people come to church because of the personal invitation of someone they know. If St. George’s means a lot to you, I encourage you to tell others why and invite them to worship with you. Our Longest Night Service Dec 21 at 4 might be a welcome respite for a friend who is grieving, our 4PM All Ages Service on Christmas eve will be a bit more lively and leaves plenty of time to get little ones into bed, and I know many people look forward to singing Silent Night by candle light. For those of you who will be away in the coming days, we look forward to seeing you in the new year.

And for everyone: the holiest time can sometimes have the most stress and expectation, so I remind you that Christ was born in a manger, he did not come into a world that was perfect but to make it perfect. And even if the presents aren’t wrapped, the sprouts are mushy and the turkey overcooked that Christ will come, whatever we do or don’t do. That Hope will be born anew in a vulnerably child and heaven and nature will sing.

Blessings to you all,
Rev. Laurel