The 4 Sundays of Advent: December 1, 8, 15 and 22

Sunday Worship at 9:30 followed by social hour. On the first Sunday of Advent, we’ll have a gathering after church to explore possible Advent practices to try on your own or with others.

Advent Bible Study - the book of Ruth

The 4 Sundays of Advent, 11:30-12:30 am - Read one chapter of the book of Ruth each week and come together with David and Grayston to practice group Lectio Divina to discover what this book is saying to us in our day.

Soc et Tuum

Throughout Advent - St. James wants to make sure no one in Keene is sockless this winter. Bring good, warm, adult sized socks to add to our sock tree. More info is HERE

More Giving Opportunities

St. James supports Feeding Tiny Tummies at holiday time. You can contribute to our collective gift by bringing or sending a check with “Tiny Tummies” in the memo line, and if you’d like to receive a gift card to give for that hard-to-buy-for loved one that tells them you’ve donated in their name, they will be available during coffee hours in Advent.

The Longest Night, Monday, December 16

5:30pm - St. James is hosting the annual candlelight memorial service for those who died in the past year after experiencing homelessness. Sponsored by the Keene Homelessness Coalition with the help of Monadnock Interfaith Clergy. Come honor and remember those who tend to be forgotten.

Blue Christmas, Thursday, December 19

7 pm - A candlelight service for those who are not feeling so jolly this year. More info is HERE

Christmas Eve, Dec 24

5 PM - A worship celebration with carols, the choir, the bell choir and brass!

Christmas Morning, Dec 25

10am - This is a small, quiet and simplified service for those who’d like to welcome Christmas morning in worship with others.

1st Sunday of Christmas - Dec 29

9:30 am - Ring in the new calendar year with a festive Christmas Lessons and Carols service

2nd Sunday of Christmas - January 5

9:30 am - A second Sunday falls within the 12 days of Christmas this year! The celebration of Christmas continues during this festive Sunday morning Eucharist. Let’s plan on a New Year potluck brunch together following the service.