Events

Sunday, July 22, 2012

Saint Mary Magdalene

Saint Mary Magdalene

Christ depicted with Mary Magdalen in the Peace Window in the clerestory of Saint Thomas Church
Almighty God, whose blessed Son restored Mary Magdalene to health of body and mind, and called her to be a witness of his resurrection: Mercifully grant that by thy grace we may be healed of all our infirmities and know thee in the power of his endless life; who with thee and the Holy Spirit liveth and reigneth, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Holy Eucharist
8:00 a.m.

This 25-30 minute service in the Chantry Chapel includes lessons, prayers, a short homily, and a Said Mass.

Sung Eucharist
9:00 a.m.

This 45 minute service at the High Altar includes lessons, prayers, hymns, a sermon, and a Sung Eucharist. Because the choristers are away for summer break, music at this service is sung by the congregation alone, without choir.

Coffee Hour following the 9am Eucharist
9:45 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Join us for coffee, tea and cookies in the Parish House Living Room and Dining Room following the 9am Eucharist.

The David Story
10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

At right: King David in the Incarnation Window of Saint Thomas Church. Beginning June 10 and extending on Sunday mornings throughout the summer, Fr Austin guides us through the First and Second Books of Samuel. Fr Austin recommends Robert Alter's The David Story, which is a translation with commentary by that notable literary scholar. He...

Festal Eucharist
11:00 a.m.

Above: Mary Magdalene in the Peace Window of Saint Thomas Church. This depiction has her facing Christ at the empty tomb (Chist is not shown). Notice how her arms are crossed, with one hand wanting to reach out to touch him, the other as if to hold herself back. From today's Gospel reading (John 20:11-18):...

Coffee Hour following the 11am Eucharist
12:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

Please join us in the Parish House Living Room and Dining Room for coffee, tea and cookies following the Eucharist. Meet parishioners and, if you are a guest, please sign our guest book. Nametags are available.