Words of Encouragement
from the Rt. Rev. Deon Johnson
December 1, 2020
The Rt. Rev. Deon K. Johnson offers this message to the people of the diocese as we begin the season of Advent.


Advent and Christmas Events with the Bishop:
  • Los Posadas: You and your family are invited to engage in a slightly modified version of Los Posadas, a Latin American tradition that commemorates Mary and Joseph's journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem and their quest to find a safe shelter to give birth to baby Jesus.
  • Advent Lessons and Carols: Bishop Deon Johnson will take part in a Dec. 20 service of Lessons and Carols from the Church of St. Michael and St. George in Clayton.
  • Christmas Eve at the Cathedral: Bishop Deon and Dean Kathie will host a Christmas Eve service at our beautiful Cathedral.

More details about these events will be announced by the Diocese soon.

  • Please register to attend Sunday's 8:00 AM in-person, worship service by 11 PM Saturday.

  • Please register to attend Sunday's 9:00 AM in-person, worship service by 11 PM Saturday.

  • Please register to attend Sunday's 10:00 AM in-person, worship service by 11 PM Saturday.

  • Sunday outdoor services are on the playground and parking on Wydown is encouraged.

  • Those following the Sunday online service at 10 AM may download the Sunday Morning Prayer service leaflet posted on the webWe join with one voice in the Worship of the living God.