Early Christians observed “a season of penitence and fasting” in preparation for the Paschal feast, or Pascha. The season now known as Lent (from an Old English word meaning “spring,” the time of lengthening days) has a long history. Originally, in places where Pascha was celebrated on a Sunday, the Paschal feast followed a fast […]
News & Events
Annual Meeting & Chili Cook-Off Jan. 26
Registration begins 8:15 am Childcare available at 8:30 am One service at 9:00 am This service will feature a sermon for all ages followed by our Annual Meeting. Members will review priorities for 2020 and elect vestry, deanery, and convention delegates. And when it’s all done, you get to taste-test amazing chili in our 2nd […]
The Season of Epiphany
Epiphany is a season of four to nine weeks, from the Feast of the Epiphany (Jan. 6) through the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. The coming of the Magi is celebrated on the Epiphany. The length of the season varies according to the date of Easter. The gospel stories of this season describe various events that […]
Lessons & Carols Video
We had a full house on December 15 for this beautiful candlelight service featuring our St. Paul’s Festival Choir, joined by oboe and our own St. Paul’s Festival Brass, in offerings from classical to more contemporary anthems under the direction of Dr. Larry Crummer.
Bake Sale Sunday, December 22
Our friends from the Orthodox Church are holding their annual bake sale, 9:30 to 11 am, replete with delicious baked goods. Entertaining for the holidays or just want to indulge? Don’t miss these delectable treats!
