Advent & Christmas at Epworth

Beloved Epworth Family,

This Advent as we hear again the words, "Don't be afraid," from Gabriel and other divine messengers, I invite you to look for the angels among us. Notice who is showing up, unexpectedly, with a word of Good News. Be awake to these bearers of surprising and glad tidings. I believe they are all around us.

I invite you to seek out holy encounters with your church family through transcendent worship, special events, and other ways to be in community. Stay awake! And receive the Good News of the incarnation.

May God’s holy angels be very near, and may you experience a blessed Advent,
Pastor Kristin

Upcoming Events

Worship at Epworth - 12/12/21 - Third Sunday of Advent
Dec 12, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
Epworth UMC, 1953 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
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Holiday Lunch Bunch - 12/16/21
Dec 16, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM PST
Epworth United Methodist Church, 1953 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
Come enjoy fellowship and fun. Do you have a holiday memory to share? Bring your own lunch and drink - we will supply coffee, tea and something sweet. We are accepting donations of new children's books (elementary age). RSVP to Susan at susanejardin@gmail.com. Proof of vaccination required.

Worship at Epworth - 12/19/21 - Fourth Sunday of Advent
Dec 19, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
Epworth UMC, 1953 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
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Solstice Labyrinth Walk - 12/19/21
Dec 19, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM PST
Epworth UMC, 1953 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
Everyone is invited to walk the labyrinth inlaid in Fellowship Hall, guided by Judy Cayot. This spiritual practice of meditative walking quiets the mind, opens the heart and grounds the body.
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Blue Christmas Ritual - 12/20/21
Dec 20, 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM PST
Zoom
We gather on the longest night of the year, mindful of the losses of life, livelihood, love, liveliness and light and offer hope and healing. Please pre-register to receive the zoom link in your inbox.
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Christmas Eve Pilgrimage - Journey to the Manger & Live Nativity
Dec 24, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM PST
1953 Hopkins St, 1953 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
Beginning at the Hopkins Street lawn, walk a five station path and experience the hope, peace, joy, and love of the season, culminating at a live Nativity scene on the steps to the Sanctuary. Candles, carols and scripture - a delight for children of all ages!
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Christmas Eve Worship - December 24, 2021
Dec 24, 11:00 PM PST – Dec 25, 12:00 AM PST
Epworth UMC, 1953 Hopkins St, Berkeley, CA 94707, USA
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