The scripture passage this Sunday (based on Luke 2:22-40) tells us that Mary and Joseph, devout Jews, were raising Jesus in the traditions, beliefs and practices of their faith. This included traveling many miles, with their infant child Jesus, for his Presentation at the Temple. In the Temple, they meet a devout man. Simeon, and the prophet Anna. To Anna and Simeon, pious and righteous people, who longed to for peace in the world, God revealed the Messiah. They had waited for many years, for the birth of this child that God had promised.
This Sunday, we will learn more of their story, and of the Holy Family. We will also pray and reflect, and sing hymns. Due to the incoming inclement weather, we encourage you to make your decision to participate in worship, either in-person or on livestream, based on your safety and comfort. Safety is most important. Instead of this Sunday, we will celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion next week.
If you have been part of the St. Mark’s community for a long time, a short time, or will be joining us for the first time, we look forward to connecting with those of you here in-person or joining on the livestream.
To connect to our livestream worship Sunday morning,
click the link on our website www.smumc.church.
The service starts at 10:30am. Livestream starts at 10:25am.