Church News & Events

 Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton

Fellow congregants,
Over the past few months I’ve had the privilege to take part in the legal and PR effort around the upcoming Supreme Court case Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, which has the real potential to be the first major legal setback for the pornography industry in several decades and could set a major precedent in favor of protecting children from horrific content online. The oral arguments before the Court are slated for January 15, and a number of groups will be participating in a rally out front that morning, at which I and some of my colleagues will be speaking. Lots of press are likely to be present, and we’re hoping to get a good crowd to make a big public statement, especially Christians ready to witness against this evil and on behalf of the vulnerable who have been victimized by it. If you’re able to, please consider joining us in front of the Supreme Court from 8:30-10:00 AM on January 15th. (Note: given the sensitivity of the topic, we’re recommending parents not bring younger children.)

Thanks,
Brad Littlejohn

Sweats for Vets 

The “Sweats for Vets” Program supports hospitalized veterans at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia with new sweatsuits and socks. All sizes are expected with a focus on XL, 2XL, 3XL, and 4XL.  There is a box located in The Narthex where the items can be dropped in. All items will be collected at the end of January. Please reach out to Jack Curtis with any questions.

New Members’ & Confirmation Class

Are you interested in becoming a member of the Church of Our Saviour? Are you curious about what the Church believes and why it conducts itself as it does? A New Member’s & Confirmation Class will begin on January 19 at 9:15 a.m. This course will be conducted each Sunday until Easter and provide an overview of the fundamental doctrines and practices of the Church of Our Saviour. All are welcome.

Please stop by the table in The Narthex this Sunday to pick up your packet of Offering Envelopes for the 2025 calendar year. There will be a signup for you to fill out stating the box number you selected. 
If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Reeves.

“Twelve Days of Christmas Social” – please RSVP! The Women of Church of Our Saviour will gather for our second annual “Twelve Days of Christmas Social!” Join us on Sunday, December 29th, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm for wine, hors d’oeuvres, and a time of fellowship. Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/YHFH2sYchnNE31Kj7

The greening of the church will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 23rd.  All are welcome.  If anyone has a magnolia tree, please cut some branches for our decorations. If you have any questions, please contact Laurie Kelly at: [email protected].

Christmas Poinsettia Donations – turn in by this Sunday 12-22!

Included in your bulletin this coming Sunday there will be a form where you can make a donation to help beautify the church this Christmas season. Please fill out the form, indicating your thanksgiving or memorial and place it in the offering plate or email the information to Rachel Reeves at [email protected]. Please have your information in by the evening of December 22^nd.

Patrick Henry College “Lesson & Carols”

Saturday, December 7, 2024
There are two services: 4:30 PM and 7:30 PM

Address: Barbara Hodel Center: 10 Patrick Henry Circle, Purcellville, VA 20132

Live streaming at www.phc.edu/webcasts.

Join Patrick Henry College in the presentation of our traditional service of carols and readings, telling the story of the coming of the Savior. It begins with the fall of Adam and Eve in the garden, then describes God’s promise to Abraham, recounts the prophecies about Christ as told in Isaiah, details the story of Christ’s birth as recalled in the Book of Luke, and, finally, ends with the mystery of the “Word Made Flesh” as explained in John chapter one.