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Parish News: December 22

On this, the Fourth Sunday of Advent, the rector asks: “How do you name the God whose coming we await?”

O come, Wisdom from on high, ordering all things, teaching us the right path.

O come, Adonai, Majestic One revealed in burning bush and Sinai’s law. Blaze up in us with all your saving power.

O come, root of Jesse, source of all things, stand as a sign among the nations, come and deliver us.

O come, key of David, you open and none can shut; come and free the prisoners who sit in darkness and the shadow of death.

O come, Dayspring, break upon us and chase away the clouds of gloom, call us to awaken.

O come, desire of nations, heal our divisions and bind our hearts in one.

O come, o come, Emmanuel!

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painting: Our Lady of Guadalupe
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Parish News: December 15

This week, the rector writes about Our Lady of Guadalupe, beloved across Latin America and increasingly celebrated in the Episcopal Church, and the story of the appearance of the Virgin to Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin, an indigenous man in what is today Mexico City. And at the Sunday Forum following the 11 am service, we will consider Mary’s joyful and subversive song, “My Soul Magnifies the Lord,” through scripture study, music and art. Join us!

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Parish News: December 8

In this week’s newsletter, the rector asks: “How will you make the way ready for Christ who comes in mystery, in humility, in neighbors and strangers? What preparations are needed in our hearts, our closest relationships, our parish community to welcome the Beloved with joy?” One way we will do that is this Sunday, when we will have a “welcome brunch” party following the 11 am service for all parishioners and visitors, with the special intention of getting to know the most recent arrivals to our parish community! Join us!

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Parish News: December 1

This week, a prose poem by Truman Capote to lead us from Thanksgiving into Advent. Plus, several other upcoming activities and items to note for this not-yet-Christmas season.

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Parish News: November 24

In this week’s newsletter, the rector writes: “As we prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, we give thanks for all the ways we are nourished and sustained by our relationships with one another and the earth. We give thanks for God’s presence and bounty in good and difficult times. We pray that our gratitude may be part of a virtuous circle of giving back, especially when our hearts are broken open by both the wounds and the gracious goodness of our world and all we love.”

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Howard Thurman
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Parish News: November 17

This week, an excerpt from “Life Goes On,” a poem by philosopher, theologian, educator, and civil rights leader Howard Thurman. And in this week’s newsletter, news of events and worship services that, indeed, feed and further the life of this parish. Join us!

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Parish News: November 10

In this week’s newsletter, the rector shares three recommendations for how we can dedicate ourselves to God’s care and the service of others while as a community we pray: “O God, the whole world is in your hands. Guide and protect us as we face the days ahead.”

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Events

Pray with us

On Wednesday, November 6, our usual 6 Eucharist will be focused on our need for healing, justice and peace in our hearts, our nation and our world. All are welcome! Please join us at the Church of the Ascension — Fifth Avenue at Tenth Street — and invite a friend.

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Parish News: November 3

This week, the rector shares a “Prayer for Leadership” by Sister Joan Chittister of the Order of St. Benedict. The church will be open from 9 am to 6 pm on Election Day for prayerful reflection, and the next day, Wednesday, November 6, the 6 pm Eucharist will be focused on our need for healing, justice and peace in our hearts, our nation and our world. Very intentionally we also want to invite our neighbors, who may feel that need and want a safe and welcoming place to be. It seems unlikely that we will have final results of the election already, and it is good to spend some time waiting and praying together. Please join us and invite a friend.

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Parish News: October 27

The rector, reflecting on this Sunday’s Gospel lesson, writes: “Bartimaeus cries out for Jesus’ attention despite the attempts of those around him to quiet him. He persists. He seizes the opportunity Jesus’ passing by offers; he insists on being heard. … He does not equivocate or hedge. He speaks the seemingly impossible desire of his heart. Perhaps faith is in this daring and honest desire as well — and in the risk of transformation that comes with it.” Also in this week’s newsletter, a reminder about next week, November 3: Daylight Saving Time ends! Fall back!

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