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Some Thoughts on Advent as we begin the new Church Year

December 2009 – Rector’s Ruminations In the Christian calendar, Advent marks a period of preparation for the coming or arrival (Latin: adventus) of Christ in the flesh at Christmas (incarnation) and his second coming (parousia) in the future on the … Continue reading

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On Stewardship

November 2009 – Rector’s Ruminations For the past two years, the heart of our Stewardship Campaign has been the sharing of what Emmanuel means to various members of their church family.  These testimonials have been informative, moving and inspirational.  Building … Continue reading

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On Worship

September 2009 – Rector’s Ruminations Shortly after the beginning of the summer a rather detailed Worship Survey consisting of 54 questions was sent to all members of the parish.  The Worship Committee received 61 responses and published the results to … Continue reading

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Summer Chapel

July 2009 – Rector’s Ruminations As I was preparing a brief “Welcome from the Rector” greeting for our parish website, I was mindful of the fact that we are a somewhat unique parish church. The uniqueness I refer to has … Continue reading

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