During Advent we contemplate Jesus' birth story in the Gospel of Matthew, allowing its particular character and unique features to comfort troubled souls and to magnify our hope. This is an opportunity to deepen your observance of the Advent season, to find a quiet and somber refuge from the hype and hoopla accompanying the rush to Christmas. "The celebration of Advent is possible only to those who are troubled in soul, who know themselves to be poor and imperfect, and who look forward to something greater to come." - Dietrich Bonhoeffer This Advent series is four sessions, offered in-person and ...
All are welcome! Join our Sunday Assembly and worship with us at 9:00 am at Holy Wisdom Monastery. Sunday Assembly is a unique worshiping community. Influenced by the Benedictine spirit and tradition, we welcome all to worship with us. We embrace unity around an open communion table, in fullness of equality for all people, and we pray together in inclusive language that draws from the best of the Christian tradition. Members of Sunday Assembly seek God in prayer and worship, community building, social justice practices, ecumenical hospitality and care for the earth consistent with the vision and mission of Holy ...
All are welcome to Hospitality Sunday following 9:00 am Sunday Assembly worship for a time of fellowship and food. You are invited to bring refreshments to share following the liturgy. Please provide a small sign if your treat includes nuts or alcohol.