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SUMMARY:Sung Eucharist (Rite I) and Sermon
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis sung Eucharist is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, congregational singing\, a sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nResources\nService Bulletin \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/sung-eucharist-rite-i-and-sermon-130/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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SUMMARY:Organ recital featuring the music of J.S. Bach
DESCRIPTION:Organ recital\, featuring music of J.S. Bach.
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/organ-recital-featuring-the-music-of-j-s-bach/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Giving,Parish Life,Concerts & Recitals,Social Events,Newcomers
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SUMMARY:Bible Study - St Mark
DESCRIPTION:The course is led by Jonathan Kimmel.  Jon serves as Director of Christian Formation at the Cathedral of All Saints.  To register\, email the office.  
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/bible-study-st-mark-2/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Classes,Newcomers
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DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20240907T181214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240907T181214Z
UID:13943-1730981400-1730981400@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Holy Communion (Said)
DESCRIPTION:Resources \n1979 Book of Common Prayer\nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-communion-said-31/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Worship,The Eucharist (Mass),Newcomers
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SUMMARY:Holy Eucharist (Rite I)
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis said service of Holy Eucharist occurs most Sundays at 8am. It is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, a short sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-eucharist-rite-i-143/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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SUMMARY:Sung Eucharist (Rite I) and Sermon
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis sung Eucharist is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, congregational singing\, a sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nResources\nService Bulletin \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/sung-eucharist-rite-i-and-sermon-135/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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SUMMARY:Bible Study - St Mark
DESCRIPTION:The course is led by Jonathan Kimmel.  Jon serves as Director of Christian Formation at the Cathedral of All Saints.  To register\, email the office.  
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/bible-study-st-mark-3/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Classes,Newcomers
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UID:13945-1731586200-1731586200@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Holy Communion (Said)
DESCRIPTION:Resources \n1979 Book of Common Prayer\nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-communion-said-32/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Worship,The Eucharist (Mass),Newcomers
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SUMMARY:Holy Eucharist (Rite I)
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis said service of Holy Eucharist occurs most Sundays at 8am. It is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, a short sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-eucharist-rite-i-144/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T001106Z
UID:13935-1731837600-1731837600@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Sung Eucharist (Rite I) and Sermon
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis sung Eucharist is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, congregational singing\, a sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nResources\nService Bulletin \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/sung-eucharist-rite-i-and-sermon-136/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T163000
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CREATED:20240930T183353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T194058Z
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SUMMARY:Bible Study - St Mark
DESCRIPTION:The course is led by Jonathan Kimmel.  Jon serves as Director of Christian Formation at the Cathedral of All Saints.  To register\, email the office.  
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/bible-study-st-mark-4/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Classes,Newcomers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T121000
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CREATED:20240907T181335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240907T181335Z
UID:13947-1732191000-1732191000@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Holy Communion (Said)
DESCRIPTION:Resources \n1979 Book of Common Prayer\nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-communion-said-33/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Worship,The Eucharist (Mass),Newcomers
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T080000
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SUMMARY:Holy Eucharist (Rite I)
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis said service of Holy Eucharist occurs most Sundays at 8am. It is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, a short sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-eucharist-rite-i-145/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20240907T181001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T005315Z
UID:13939-1732442400-1732442400@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Sung Eucharist (Rite I) and Sermon
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis sung Eucharist is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, congregational singing\, a sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nResources\nService Bulletin \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/sung-eucharist-rite-i-and-sermon-137/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241202
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SUMMARY:The First Sunday in Advent
DESCRIPTION:Advent is the first season of the church year\, beginning with the fourth Sunday before Christmas and continuing through the day before Christmas. The name is derived from a Latin word for “coming.” The season is a time of preparation and expectation for the coming celebration of our Lord’s nativity (the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas)\, and for the final coming of Christ “in power and glory.” \nDuring Advent\, we traditionally light special Advent candles\, as symbols of our preparation for Christ’s coming. Every Sunday\, we light one of four candles\, each symbolizing one of the Sundays in Advent. The fifth candle is lit on Christmas Eve. \nThe candles come in three colors: purple\, pink and white. The purple candles symbolize repentance. The pink candle symbolizes joy. The central candle is called the Christ candle and is not lit until Christmas day. \n\nThe First Candle (The Candle of Prophecy/Hope) – The first candle is sometimes called the candle of prophecy because it symbolizes the promises the prophets delivered as messages from God; promises that foretold Christ’s birth. Others consider the candle to be a symbol of the hope we have in Christ and so it is called the Hope candle.\nThe Second Candle (The Candle of the Way) – The second candle shows that Christ is the Way. Christians are lost in sin and Christ is the Light sent into the world to show them the way out of darkness.\nThe Third Candle (The Candle of Joy) – The third (pink) candle indicates that the only lasting Joy to be found in life on earth is through Christ. All other joy is fleeting and does not last.\nThe Fourth Candle (The Candle of Peace) – The fourth candle reminds that Jesus comes to bring Peace to both the world and to people’s hearts. Without Christ\, there is no peace in this world.\nThe Fifth Candle (The Christ Candle or Christmas Candle) – The fifth candle represents Christ himself who is born to save people from their sins. It is a celebration of the fulfillment of prophecy as represented in Christ’s birth and the hope for the final fulfillment when Christ comes again and all Christians join him.\n\nCollect \nAlmighty God\, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness\, and put on the armor of light\, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day\, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead\, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit\, one God\, now and for ever. Amen. \nAppointed Readings \n\nJeremiah 33:14-16\n1 Thessalonians 3:9-13\nLuke 21:25-36\nPsalm 25:1-9\n\nWorship Services for the First Sunday in Advent\n \nSunday 8am\, Sunday 10am \nAbout the image\n \n“The Archangel Gabriel” by Masolino da Panicale – circa 1430 from the National Gallery of Art. \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via Paypal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/the-first-sunday-in-advent-3/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship
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SUMMARY:Holy Eucharist (Rite I)
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis said service of Holy Eucharist occurs most Sundays at 8am. It is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, a short sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nRead more about the First Sunday in Advent \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-eucharist-rite-i-146/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241028T200142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T183422Z
UID:14076-1733047200-1733047200@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Sung Eucharist (Rite I) and Sermon
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis sung Eucharist is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, congregational singing\, a sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nRead more about the First Sunday in Advent \nResources\nService Bulletin\nParking and Accessibility \nGive via PayPal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/sung-eucharist-rite-i-and-sermon-138/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T121000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241124T201526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T201526Z
UID:14142-1733400600-1733400600@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Holy Communion (Said)
DESCRIPTION:Resources \n1979 Book of Common Prayer\nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-communion-said-36/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Worship,The Eucharist (Mass),Newcomers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241124T202524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T202524Z
UID:14152-1733421600-1733430600@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Open House Victorian Streetwalk
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/open-house-victorian-streetwalk/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Social Events,Newcomers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241209
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241028T194851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T205013Z
UID:14065-1733616000-1733702399@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:The Second Sunday in Advent
DESCRIPTION:Advent is the first season of the church year\, beginning with the fourth Sunday before Christmas and continuing through the day before Christmas. The name is derived from a Latin word for “coming.” The season is a time of preparation and expectation for the coming celebration of our Lord’s nativity (the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas)\, and for the final coming of Christ “in power and glory.” \nDuring Advent\, we traditionally light special Advent candles\, as symbols of our preparation for Christ’s coming. Every Sunday\, we light one of four candles\, each symbolizing one of the Sundays in Advent. The fifth candle is lit on Christmas Eve. \nThe candles come in three colors: purple\, pink and white. The purple candles symbolize repentance. The pink candle symbolizes joy. The central candle is called the Christ candle and is not lit until Christmas day. \n\nThe First Candle (The Candle of Prophecy/Hope) – The first candle is sometimes called the candle of prophecy because it symbolizes the promises the prophets delivered as messages from God; promises that foretold Christ’s birth. Others consider the candle to be a symbol of the hope we have in Christ and so it is called the Hope candle.\nThe Second Candle (The Candle of the Way) – The second candle shows that Christ is the Way. Christians are lost in sin and Christ is the Light sent into the world to show them the way out of darkness.\nThe Third Candle (The Candle of Joy) – The third (pink) candle indicates that the only lasting Joy to be found in life on earth is through Christ. All other joy is fleeting and does not last.\nThe Fourth Candle (The Candle of Peace) – The fourth candle reminds that Jesus comes to bring Peace to both the world and to people’s hearts. Without Christ\, there is no peace in this world.\nThe Fifth Candle (The Christ Candle or Christmas Candle) – The fifth candle represents Christ himself who is born to save people from their sins. It is a celebration of the fulfillment of prophecy as represented in Christ’s birth and the hope for the final fulfillment when Christ comes again and all Christians join him.\n\nCollect \nMerciful God\, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins\, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit\, one God\, now and for ever. Amen. \nAppointed Readings \n\nBaruch 5:1-9 or Malachi 3:1-4\nPhilippians 1:3-11\nLuke 3:1-6\nCanticle 4 or 16\n\nWorship Services for the Second Sunday in Advent\n \nSunday 8am\, Sunday 10am \nAbout the image\n \n“The Annunciation” by Fra Filippo Lippi circa 1435-1440 from The National Gallery\, London \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via Paypal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/the-second-sunday-in-advent-3/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T080000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241028T200345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T205859Z
UID:14081-1733644800-1733644800@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Holy Eucharist (Rite I)
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis said service of Holy Eucharist occurs most Sundays at 8am. It is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, a short sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nRead more about the Second Sunday in Advent \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-eucharist-rite-i-147/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241028T200359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T204506Z
UID:14080-1733652000-1733652000@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Sung Eucharist (Rite I) and Sermon
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis sung Eucharist is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, congregational singing\, a sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nRead more about the Second Sunday in Advent \nResources\nService Bulletin \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/sung-eucharist-rite-i-and-sermon-139/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T121000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241124T201613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T201613Z
UID:14144-1734005400-1734005400@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Holy Communion (Said)
DESCRIPTION:Resources \n1979 Book of Common Prayer\nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-communion-said-37/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Worship,The Eucharist (Mass),Newcomers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241028T195128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T202126Z
UID:14067-1734166800-1734174000@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Church Decorating for Advent / Christmas
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/church-decorating-for-advent-christmas-3/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Newcomers,Volunteer Opportunities,Giving
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241216
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241028T194940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T205239Z
UID:14064-1734220800-1734307199@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:The Third Sunday in Advent
DESCRIPTION:Advent is the first season of the church year\, beginning with the fourth Sunday before Christmas and continuing through the day before Christmas. The name is derived from a Latin word for “coming.” The season is a time of preparation and expectation for the coming celebration of our Lord’s nativity (the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas)\, and for the final coming of Christ “in power and glory.” \nDuring Advent\, we traditionally light special Advent candles\, as symbols of our preparation for Christ’s coming. Every Sunday\, we light one of four candles\, each symbolizing one of the Sundays in Advent. The fifth candle is lit on Christmas Eve. \nThe candles come in three colors: purple\, pink and white. The purple candles symbolize repentance. The pink candle symbolizes joy. The central candle is called the Christ candle and is not lit until Christmas day. \n\nThe First Candle (The Candle of Prophecy/Hope) – The first candle is sometimes called the candle of prophecy because it symbolizes the promises the prophets delivered as messages from God; promises that foretold Christ’s birth. Others consider the candle to be a symbol of the hope we have in Christ and so it is called the Hope candle.\nThe Second Candle (The Candle of the Way) – The second candle shows that Christ is the Way. Christians are lost in sin and Christ is the Light sent into the world to show them the way out of darkness.\nThe Third Candle (The Candle of Joy) – The third (pink) candle indicates that the only lasting Joy to be found in life on earth is through Christ. All other joy is fleeting and does not last.\nThe Fourth Candle (The Candle of Peace) – The fourth candle reminds that Jesus comes to bring Peace to both the world and to people’s hearts. Without Christ\, there is no peace in this world.\nThe Fifth Candle (The Christ Candle or Christmas Candle) – The fifth candle represents Christ himself who is born to save people from their sins. It is a celebration of the fulfillment of prophecy as represented in Christ’s birth and the hope for the final fulfillment when Christ comes again and all Christians join him.\n\nCollect \nStir up your power\, O Lord\, and with great might come among us; and\, because we are sorely hindered by our sins\, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord\, to whom\, with you and the Holy Spirit\, be honor and glory\, now and for ever. Amen. \nAppointed Readings \n\nZephaniah 3:14-20\nPhilippians 4:4-7\nLuke 3:7-18\nCanticle 9\n\nWorship Services for the Third Sunday in Advent\n \nSunday 8am\, Sunday 10am \nAbout the image\n“Triumph of the Name of Jesus” by Giovanni Battista Gaulli circa 1672-1679.\nCeiling fresco in the nave of the Church of the Gesù in Rome with stucco figures. \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via Paypal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/the-third-sunday-in-advent-3/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T080000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241028T200429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T210006Z
UID:14085-1734249600-1734249600@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Holy Eucharist (Rite I)
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis said service of Holy Eucharist occurs most Sundays at 8am. It is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, a short sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nRead more about the Third Sunday in Advent \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-eucharist-rite-i-148/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241028T200443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T201209Z
UID:14084-1734256800-1734256800@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Pageant and Sung Eucharist (Rite I)
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis sung Eucharist is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, congregational singing\, a sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nRead more about the Third Sunday in Advent \nResources\nService Bulletin \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/sung-eucharist-rite-i-and-sermon-140/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T121000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241124T201634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T201634Z
UID:14146-1734610200-1734610200@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Holy Communion (Said)
DESCRIPTION:Resources \n1979 Book of Common Prayer\nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-communion-said-38/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Parish Life,Worship,The Eucharist (Mass),Newcomers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241223
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241028T195052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T205449Z
UID:14068-1734825600-1734911999@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:The Fourth Sunday in Advent
DESCRIPTION:Advent is the first season of the church year\, beginning with the fourth Sunday before Christmas and continuing through the day before Christmas. The name is derived from a Latin word for “coming.” The season is a time of preparation and expectation for the coming celebration of our Lord’s nativity (the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas)\, and for the final coming of Christ “in power and glory.” \nDuring Advent\, we traditionally light special Advent candles\, as symbols of our preparation for Christ’s coming. Every Sunday\, we light one of four candles\, each symbolizing one of the Sundays in Advent. The fifth candle is lit on Christmas Eve. \nThe candles come in three colors: purple\, pink and white. The purple candles symbolize repentance. The pink candle symbolizes joy. The central candle is called the Christ candle and is not lit until Christmas day. \n\nThe First Candle (The Candle of Prophecy/Hope) – The first candle is sometimes called the candle of prophecy because it symbolizes the promises the prophets delivered as messages from God; promises that foretold Christ’s birth. Others consider the candle to be a symbol of the hope we have in Christ and so it is called the Hope candle.\nThe Second Candle (The Candle of the Way) – The second candle shows that Christ is the Way. Christians are lost in sin and Christ is the Light sent into the world to show them the way out of darkness.\nThe Third Candle (The Candle of Joy) – The third (pink) candle indicates that the only lasting Joy to be found in life on earth is through Christ. All other joy is fleeting and does not last.\nThe Fourth Candle (The Candle of Peace) – The fourth candle reminds that Jesus comes to bring Peace to both the world and to people’s hearts. Without Christ\, there is no peace in this world.\nThe Fifth Candle (The Christ Candle or Christmas Candle) – The fifth candle represents Christ himself who is born to save people from their sins. It is a celebration of the fulfillment of prophecy as represented in Christ’s birth and the hope for the final fulfillment when Christ comes again and all Christians join him.\n\nCollect \nPurify our conscience\, Almighty God\, by your daily visitation\, that your Son Jesus Christ\, at his coming\, may find in us a mansion prepared for himself; who lives and reigns with you\, in the unity of the Holy Spirit\, one God\, now and for ever. Amen. \nAppointed Readings \n\nMicah 5:2-5a\nHebrews 10:5-10\nLuke 1:39-45\, (46-55)\nCanticle 15 (or 3) or Psalm 80:1-7\n\nWorship Services for the Fourth Sunday in Advent\n \nSunday 8am\, Sunday 10am \nAbout the image\nThe Birth of Christ\, Holy Family\, Trinitas Terrestris.\nTapestry from circa 1500-1525\, possibly woven in Brussels. Image courtesy of the Getty’s Open Content Program. \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via Paypal or Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/the-fourth-sunday-in-advent-3/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T080000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065403
CREATED:20241028T200511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T210146Z
UID:14089-1734854400-1734854400@bethesdachurch.org
SUMMARY:Holy Eucharist (Rite I)
DESCRIPTION:In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ\, welcome! \nThis said service of Holy Eucharist occurs most Sundays at 8am. It is a Rite I service\, meaning that it uses the more traditional language of the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. This service includes lessons\, prayers\, a short sermon\, and Holy Communion. All baptized Christians are welcome to make their communion in The Episcopal Church. \nIf you aren’t yet baptized but are considering it\, let us know! Contact us and we’ll be happy to talk about it. \nRead more about the Fourth Sunday in Advent \nResources \nParking and Accessibility\nGive via PayPal or a Credit Card
URL:https://bethesdachurch.org/event/holy-eucharist-rite-i-149/
LOCATION:Bethesda Episcopal Church\, 26 Washington St.\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866
CATEGORIES:Worship,The Eucharist (Mass)
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