A peaceful, contemplative liturgy awaits those for whom the holidays are hard or who are simply seeking some quiet space during the rush of the Christmas season.
We invite you to let the music wash over you, to be inspired by readings, to light a candle, to receive a prayer for healing, or simply to sit and look and listen. The longest night of the year points in one direction – the light is returning.
Invite a friend or neighbor – all are welcome.
Concert
We are told, by the culture that surrounds us, that the Christmas season is supposed to be a time of good cheer, replete with parties, festivities and merriment. Yet for many, this season is not all it is cracked up to be. It is a time of great stress and high anxiety, and the forced merriment just makes things worse. For some, the season is a time of great sadness, as we struggle with loneliness, loss, despair, or grief.
At this Blue Christmas jazz Communion service, we will bring into sacred space all that we are and all that we feel, and we will lift up our concerns to the One who created us, redeemed us, and sustains us even now. On this holy night, we will remember that God dwells wherever we dwell, in our going out and in our returning, in our joys and in our sorrows. During the dark night of the soul or of the season, God will light the way for us.
The annual Christmas Festival of Lessons and Carols marks the beginning of the holiday season for the Greater Hartford community. This service is offered to all as a moment of comfort and hope.
Doors open at 3:15 p.m. No tickets are required. A freewill offering will be taken to support students in need and local initiatives.
The Chapel Singers
Trinity College Gospel Choir
Ellen Dickinson, college carillonist
Elijah Morris ’28 and Chris Yi ’26, organ
Christopher Houlihan ’09, director of chapel music
The Very Rev. Marcus George Halley, chaplain to the college
The Right Reverend Jeffrey W. Mello, 16th Bishop Diocesan, The Episcopal Church in Connecticut
Christ and The Epiphany Church, 39 Park Place, East Haven, CT presents our Annual Christmas Fair featuring baked and canned goods, handcrafted items, raffles, hot lunch counter, largest Christmas decoration room on the shoreline.
Ahavah tells a story of hope in the midst of despair. An imaginative retelling of the story of Jesus’ birth, this production has been running for 19 years, and is now becoming a local Christmas tradition. Ahavah explores the mystery of Christmas, demonstrating how love can shine brightly even in the darkest of times. This is a magical show for the whole family that will surely lift your spirit!
Taking you back in time to experience the astonishing true story behind Christmas, Ahavah is a delight for the whole family. The joy and enchantment of the season are palpable in this telling of a timeless story. Ekklesia Contemporary Ballet and Ekklesia School of Ballet join together once more to present the twentieth year of Ahavah!
St. John’s Episcopal Church Annual ‘Holiday Fair” 2025
Saturday, November 15, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.,
3 Trumbull Place, North Haven (at the top of the North Haven Green)
Beautiful handcrafted items for the home and holidays; homemade baked goods; tag sale; jewelry room; Delicious luncheon, 11:30-close: soup & sandwich and more. Bring the whole family…there is something for everyone!
Christmas Concert
Christ Church in Bethlehem (18 Main St. South)
Saturday, December 21st ~ 5 to 6:00 pm
Featuring : Cleveland Alexander Williams, Margaret Evans Cosgrove, Stephanie Biello
Reception with Food & Refreshments (including: Artisanal Pizza from Oliva’s, Salad & Beverages & Dessert)
Suggested Donation ~ $30
860.567.8838
(*flyer attached)
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 53 South Main Street, Westbrook, CT proudly presents The Anglican Singers in their Annual Christmas Concert. The choir is under the direction of Mr. Simon Holt. There will be several of our favorite Christmas Carols that all will be able to join in singing, and then the choir will present several choral pieces of the season. All are welcome and the concert is free. Overflow parking is available behind the firehouse across from the church.
A Christmas memorial service: A service of comfort & joy
Come join us in remembering all those we love and no longer see.
This is a hybrid event.
For those attending in-person, free parking can be found in the parking garage on walnut street in Willimantic.
Zoom info below:
St. Paul’s Willimantic is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: A Christmas Service of Comfort and Joy
Time: Dec 14, 2024 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83958291165?pwd=YawvySUNrJNEcSWfkNJlUrQb67NOyV.1
Meeting ID: 839 5829 1165
Passcode: 535961