Noah? Like in Noah’s Ark?....
Sorry, we cannot tell you—that would spoil the fun of hearing this heart-warming story written for our special Christmas morning service at St. Philip’s when the child in each of us welcomes the Christ-child into our hearts once again.
What we can say is that we would like you to bring your favourite stuffed animals or fondest memories, and please come just as you are—still in your PJs (but wrapped in a warm coat), a sweater and jeans, or all dressed-up in your best Christmas outfit.
Our 9:00 am service appeals to all kinds of people. It offers families a chance to catch their breath after the youngsters have unwrapped some of their presents (but before tackling the ‘bird’) or gives grandparents, uncles and aunts a little magical time with the kids, while visitors to town or those of us without family in this area can enjoy the special family atmosphere we encourage. Yes, we will be singing traditional Christmas carols, gathering in or near the Sanctuary to share in a celebratory Eucharist, then blessing any Baby Jesus figurines for your own home crèche’s.
The blend of tradition with thoughtful playfulness offers the best of all worlds—a chance to be with others on this day-like-no-other when we celebrate that God came down to dwell among us. Whether you like to quietly let the beautiful words of our Anglican liturgy feed your soul, want to simply ‘watch and wait’ then enjoy the story by sitting comfortably in the pews or choir stalls, or settle on a blanket near the Altar clutching stuffed animals or cradling your Baby Jesus—you are welcome to come and be yourself—just as you are!
God bless you this Christmas and always,
Marilyn