Advent wreath lighting devotion

An Advent Wreath Lighting Devotion: From Apathy to Empathy

Rev. Frances and Becky Comer lead us through the lighting of the 4 Advent candles of hope, love, joy and peace.

The liturgy is adapted from the PSEC Zachariah  Walker Racial Justice Initiative liturgy written by Rev. Becky Hoover.

To learn more about the initiative, go to https://psec.org/zachariah-walker/

 Second Sunday in Advent

 Third Sunday in Advent

Fourth Sunday in Advent

Christmas Eve

1st Sunday after Christmas

 Guest Pastor, Rev. Deb Timmins

 First Sunday in Advent

Anniversary Sunday

Rev. Frances reads the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it to the world. Written by Kobi Yamada. Illustrated by Mae Besom.

Rev. Frances reads this American folktale about three trees whose wishes come true in a surprising way. Retold by Angela Elwell Hunt, illustrated by Tim Jonke. 

Rev. Frances reads the story of the woman we know today as Harriet Tubman. Did you know she went by many names?  Watch listen, and find out more about an American hero whose life echoes a Biblical hero. 

Even before COVID hit, anxiety was a major mental health challenge for many.  For all who struggle with anxiety in all its forms, may this ritual of blessing bring calm, centeredness, and peace.