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Saint Lucy

Francesco del Cossa Saint Lucy

Saint Lucy, by Francesco del Cossa (c. 1430–c. 1477). From Wikimedia.

Almighty God, who didst give to thy servant Lucy boldness to confess the Name of our Saviour Jesus Christ before the rulers of the world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give . . . → Read More: Saint Lucy

Special Visitor at the Cookie Walk!

Santa at the 2018 Saint Stephen's Cookie Walk

Saint Stephen’s Cookie Walk is this Saturday, December 14th, 2019, from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon. The Parish Hall will be filled with cookies, the front walk will be covered with wreaths and greens for sale, and there fill be fresh, homemade soup available to sample in the lobby. (Bags of Saint Stephen’s Wild Rice . . . → Read More: Special Visitor at the Cookie Walk!

On the Kalendar: Lucy, Sicilian Martyr

December from Les Petites Heures d'Anne de Bretagne

According to the 5th-century Acts of the Martyrs, a disappointed suitor denounced Lucy as a Christian, and she was executed in Syracuse, Sicily, in A.D. 304, during the Diocletian Persecution. She was born to noble parents, but her father died when she was five years ago, leaving her and her mother Eutychia without a guardian. . . . → Read More: On the Kalendar: Lucy, Sicilian Martyr

Silent Auction at the 2019 Cookie Walk

knitted items at the Cookie Walk

A few of the items available at the Silent Auction at the 2019 Cookie Walk.

Once again, the Knitting Circle has produced a spectacular array of knitted items for the Cookie Walk Silent Auction—from shawls to hats and scarves, and even some plush animals (like a mint zebra)!

To bid, just add your . . . → Read More: Silent Auction at the 2019 Cookie Walk

Cookie Walk Jams and Jellies 2019

Cookie Walk Jams and Jellies

Each year we have an amazing array of homemade jams and jellies available at the Cookie Walk. Surely you can find something on this list as a stocking stuffer for all of your family and friends! Jars are 8 ounces and $5.00 apiece.

Here are the jams and jellies available for the 2018 Cookie . . . → Read More: Cookie Walk Jams and Jellies 2019

The Second Sunday in Advent

Advent Wreath Advent II

Blessed Lord, who hast caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant that we may in such wise hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that by patience and comfort of thy holy Word, we may embrace, and ever hold fast, the blessed hope of everlasting life, which thou . . . → Read More: The Second Sunday in Advent

Saint Ambrose, Bishop of Milan and Doctor

Ambrose and Theodosius

Saint Ambrose barring Theodosius from Milan Cathedral, by Anthony van Dyck (1599–1641). From Wikipedia.

O God, who didst give to thy servant Ambrose grace eloquently to proclaim thy righteousness in the great congregation, and fearlessly to bear reproach for the honour of thy Name: Mercifully grant to all bishops and pastors such . . . → Read More: Saint Ambrose, Bishop of Milan and Doctor

Choral Evensong for Advent II

Rorate caeli manuscript illumination

Sunday, October 7th, 2018 at 6:00 PM

Evensong, a fusion of the monastic prayer offices Vespers and Compline, is one of the greatest treasures of the Anglican tradition. Presented by Saint Stephen’s Choir of Men & Boys on the First Sunday of the month, the service begins at 6:00 PM and ordinarily lasts about 40 . . . → Read More: Choral Evensong for Advent II

Saint Nicholas of Myra

Ilja Repin Saint Nicholas of Myra saves three innocents from death

Saint Nicholas of Myra saves three innocents from death by Ilja Repin (1844–1930).

Almighty God, who in thy love didst give to thy servant Nicholas of Myra a perpetual name for deeds of kindness both on land and seas: Grant, we pray thee, that thy Church may never cease to work for the . . . → Read More: Saint Nicholas of Myra

Saint John of Damascus

St John of Damascus with his foster brother St Kosmas

St John of Damascus with his foster brother St Kosmas

Confirm our minds, O Lord, in the mysteries of the true faith, set forth with power by thy servant John of Damascus; that we, with him, confessing Jesus to be true God and true Man, and singing the praises of the risen Lord, . . . → Read More: Saint John of Damascus