Christmas, 2004

Dear Friends in Christ,

Glory to God in the highest, peace on earth and good will to all!

May the Spirit of His love come to birth in our hearts, in our lives, in our world~

Our Mission celebrates the Holy Mysteries of Divine Worship at 11am Sunday Dec 12 & 19 in the chapel at St. John's Church in Olympia, WA.

Dec. 24, 6pm: Christmas Eve simple vespers & carols
Dec. 25, 10am: Christmas Day Divine Liturgy of the Holy Qurbana
Dec. 26, 11am: Sunday after Christmas Divine Liturgy of the Holy Qurbana

Through the Sunday Gospels of Advent we are provided a reflection of creation and salvation through the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. And just so, the very same Spirit of the Lord's Nativity is even now upon us!

With all the Heavenly Host we sing with the shepherds of Bethlehem:
Glory to God in the highest, Behold Emmanuel, God is with us!

Christ's Peace upon your Advent Journey and Christmas Joy!
Father Michael +