PhilippianPix

December 7, 2007

Things are ALWAYS happening around St. Philip’s. 
Here's just a sampling of some of what you might have missed.

During the Annual Meeting on December 2, St. Philip’s was abuzz with activity once most of the adults were out of the way. The teenagers met for an extra hour of doughnuts and fellowship downstairs before resuming their normal Sunday School. All but one teenager: Emma S bravely agreed to be the accompanist for the Christmas pageant this year.

A large crowd worked for almost two hours in the Church rehearsing the pageant. Those not present would be surprised how easy it is to work with such a large group of children. They take the pageant very seriously. (Be sure to come support their efforts to tell the Christmas story at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 16.)

Announcer #1, Kathleen E, follows the script as the rehearsal progresses.

At Wonderful Wednesday, the younger ones shed their cares away at the door. The adults were amused at the juxtaposition of the pile of backpacks next to the lovely poinsettia and twinkle lights.

There was no “activity” at Wonderful Wednesday; the children moved directly downstairs to participate in the Advent Workshop. The place was humming with glitter, glue, felt, markers…(and do you notice those new glamorous chairs in the YAC? Wow!) Hannah L is too engrossed to even notice the photographer.

The parents are able to stand by and chat. Oh – and hold all the treasures that their children create! Many thanks to Adele C for providing a wonderful evening.

The Advent Workshop always ends quietly with the Godly Play story, “The Traditions of Christmas.” The children hear how the people of the earth longed for the Son…to be the Light of the World, to bring Peace, to give us everlasting life; and the gift He gave was Himself, the Son.