The Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields

Please join us for a full season of Advent programming beginning

this Sunday,

November 24th!

Greening Advent

This Sunday, November 24th

9:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall

Join St. Martin's youth and families along with the Climate Action Team as we craft our own Advent Wreaths on Sunday, November 24th. Drop in, reflect on Advent rituals, hear about sustainable Christmas practices, and make an Advent wreath over donuts and hot cider. Wreath-making materials will be provided, but please bring any leftover supplies (candle holders, wreath rings, etc.) from previous years’ wreath-making. Due to some very generous donations, there will be enough greens for everyone, no need to bring your own!

To offset the cost of other materials, however, we invite a suggested donation of $10/wreath. To donate online, please click here. Select the fund "General Giving," then add the memo "Advent Wreaths."

Advent Come & Sing

Sunday, December 8th

During the 9:00 a.m. Service

Houston Room

On Sunday, December 8th, there will be a special 9:00 a.m. service. Rather than a Eucharist, join us as we sing beloved Advent hymns, enjoy breakfast, and decorate Christmas ornaments. There will also be a special surprise guest. All are welcome!

Advent Lessons & Carols

Sunday, Dec. 8th, 5:00 p.m.

Join us in joyful welcoming the new church year at our Advent Lessons and Carols on Sunday, December 8, at 5:00 p.m. Immerse yourself in the sacred beauty of the season with scripture readings and music sung by the Choir and Section Leaders of St. Martin's. Set against the warm glow of candlelight, this cherished annual service invites reflection, inspires hope, and fosters a sense of community as we prepare for the joy of Christmas. All are welcome.

Sign Up to Host or Attend An Advent Dinner!

Sunday, December 8th at 6:00 p.m.

Please register by THIS Friday, November 22nd.

St. Martin’s has a tradition early in Advent to attend a beautiful Advent Lessons and Carols service (Dec. 8th, 5:00 p.m.) with candlelight and then joining together at one another's homes for a simple supper to celebrate our church family. These small group meals help us better understand and appreciate who we are as a community as we journey through the reflective season of Advent. Click here to sign up to host or attend a dinner! For questions please email Rev. Carol at carol.duncan8031@gmail.com.

Children, Youth, & Families Advent Dinner

Sunday, Dec. 8th

5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Lessons & Carols service (Childcare provided)

6:00 - 6:30 p.m. Cocktail Party for Parents & Guardians (Childcare provided)

6:30-7:30 p.m. Dinner Party

Like last year, we will be having a special CYF Advent Dinner so families have a chance to get to know each other better. The church is offering childcare during the preceding Lessons and Carols service (5:00 p.m.) and for half an hour afterwards so parents can enjoy adult company with a glass of wine. Then, children and families can gather together for a simple catered dinner in the Parish House, hosted by our former Rector’s Warden, Barbara Thomson. If you are able, please consider bringing a dessert to share. Please RSVP by emailing Rev. Luke at lselles@stmartinec.org.

Annual Giving BBQ Bonfire

Wednesday, Dec 18th at 6:00 p.m.

During our Wednesday Food & Fellowship time the parish will continue to celebrate its 135th anniversary with a BBQ dinner and bonfire hosted by the Stewardship Committee with seasonal music by live musicians.

Christmas Pageant Rehearsals

Children and Youth are invited to join Rev. Luke to put on this year's Christmas Pageant at the 5:00 p.m. Christmas Eve service. Please email Rev. Luke at lselles@stmartinec.org if you or your children would like to get involved!

Rehearsals:

All rehearsals run 5:15-6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall

Wednesday, Dec. 4th

Wednesday, Dec. 11th

Wednesday Dec. 18th: Rehearsal and parish-wide Hymn Sing! Also plan to stay afterwards for our BBQ & Bonfire at 6:00 p.m., hosted by the Stewardship Committee.

Pageant: Tuesday, Dec. 24th

(Call Time: 4 p.m., Pageant: 5:00 p.m.)

Winter Solstice Walk

Saturday, December 21st

Walk begins shortly before dusk

Meet at Valley Green Inn

7 Valley Green Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19128

St. Martin's Climate Action Team will join forces with Our Mother of Consolation Parish for a Winter Solstice Walk on Saturday, December 21st, the day of the solstice. We will gather at Valley Green Inn shortly before dusk, then walk along Forbidden Drive for a contemplative service under the lights of the path. Please dress warmly. RSVPs are not required, but any questions can be directed to Jason Martin at jason.martin0001@temple.edu.

Save the Date: Christmas Services

Tuesday, December 17th

7:00 p.m. Blue Christmas

Tuesday, December 24th

3:00 p.m. Children Eve Service for Toddlers and Infants

5:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Holy Eucharist with Pageant

10:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Choral Holy Eucharist

Preludes beginning at 10:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 25th

10:30 a.m. Christmas Day Holy Eucharist with Music

Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields

8000 St. Martin's Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19118

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