Presentation of Christ in the Temple

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Presentation of Christ in the Temple
Presentation of Christ in the Temple (detail) by Stefan Lochner (circa 1400/1410–1451)
Join us this Sunday, February 2nd, as we celebrate The Presentation of Christ in the Temple (also known as Candlemas) at the 11am service. Children and parents are invited to join the procession to the altar steps for the Summary of the Law and Gloria followed by a blessing with the thurible before they go to Sunday School. Additional Sunday Services: 9am Holy Eucharist at Side Altar and 7pm Service of Meditations and Sacrament including chant, interfaith readings and communion.
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