Announcements for December 21

Christmas Pageant Rehearsals 
All children participating in the children’s Christmas pageant should attend the rehearsal this Sunday, December 21, beginning at 9:00 AM. The dress rehearsal is scheduled for December 23 at 4:00 PM.

The Feast is Coming
Our annual feast celebrating both our patron saint, St. John the Evangelist, and celebrating our parish community will be Saturday, January 3, beginning at 4:30 PM. Everyone is heartily invited to attend and join the celebration. Mark your calendar and watch for your invitation coming soon in the mail.

Christmas Service Schedule
On Christmas Eve, services of the Holy Eucharist will be held at 4:00 PM (including the children’s Christmas pageant) and at 10:00 PM (including special music by the organist and choir). On Christmas Day the celebration of the Holy Eucharist begins at 10:00 AM. The Wednesday morning healing service will not be held on Christmas Eve.

Sunday School Vacation
Sunday School classes for all ages and youth worship are on vacation this Sunday and next, December 21 and 28. Special Christmas Edition of the e-vangelist A special edition of the e-vangelist will be published Monday listing reminders of ministry assignments for Christmas services.

Office Closure
The parish office will be closed December 24 – January 2.