Advent and Christmas at St. Mary’s

St. Mary’s during Advent

Activities during Advent

Sunday, December 1st @ 11:15am - Intro to the Gospel of Luke

Learn about the Gospel of Luke as we begin the new church year on the first Sunday of Advent.

Mondays, December 2, 9, 16, 23 @ 7-8pm on Zoom (link) - Advent Devotions

Join us for Advent Devotions, with readings and discussions, based on writings by our own Spiritual Writing Group. The booklet of readings will be available in print at church on December 1.

Thursday, December 5th 5:30pm - Seekers to watch Pacific Grove Holiday Parade of Lights.

Meet at church at 5:30. Bring Christmas cookies or finger food to share. We'll provide hot cocoa.

Sunday, December 8th @ 11:15am Hannah’s and Zechariah’s Songs

Join us for a comparison of Hannah’s song in 1 Samuel and Zechariah’s song in Luke.

Tuesday, December 10th 5-9pm in the Sanctuary– Pacific Grove Holiday at the Inns

St. Mary's is featured in this annual holiday event. See the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce website to purchase tickets.

Sunday, December 15th @ 11:15am - Christmas Crafts on St. Lucia Day

Join us for a presentation on St. Lucia Day and make a Scandinavian Star Christmas Ornament. RSVP.

Friday, December 20th (7:30pm) and Saturday, December 21st (3pm) - Winterdance

Buy tickets at celticsociety.org for the 18th Annual Winterdance, a holiday tradition at St. Mary’s.

Sunday, December 22nd

@ 10am Bishop Lucinda will preach during our Holy Eucharist service.

@ 11:15am Bishop Lucinda will teach on the Magnificat and the Virgen de Guadalupe

Christmas Services at St. Mary’s

Tuesday, December 24th, Christmas Eve

4pm Holy Eucharist with Celtic Christmas Music

9pm Holy Eucharist with Organ, Choir, Handbells, Violin, and Harp

Wednesday, December 25th, Christmas Day

10am Holy Eucharist with Harp