By: Jason Tillman Last Sunday afternoon, I served as the ceremonial verger during Lessons & Carols. I accompanied readers to and from the lectern and led a portion of the processions in and out. The staff that I carried is called a virge, and sometimes in great cathedrals a longer, thinner version called a beadle … More A Verger’s Tale
I have loved carol In the Bleak Midwinter since I was a very young child. Gustav Holst’s music never fails to touch me deeply and the Christina Rosetti’s words have deepened in my soul more and more over the years. As a child, growing up in Alaska, I was fascinated by earth standing as hard … More Gifts for Our Lord
After a stunningly beautiful Evensong in November, our awesome choir is back in the loft working hard on a service of Christmas Lessons and Carols that will be held on Sunday, December 18th, at 4:00 p.m. Bring a friend, and experience another lovely part of our Anglican/Episcopal choral heritage.
There are still a number of ornaments left on our Angel Action tree downstairs in Morrell Hall. Please stop by and take an ornament, specifying the name of a child and their desired Christmas gift(s). Additionally, if anyone is moved to buy a gift card for the parents (e.g. to Tops, Wegmans, etc.), that would … More Angel Action Needs Your Help
Beloved of God, Autumnal oranges deepened into Christmas reds in what seemed like the blink of an eye. Advent is well upon us, and Christmas preparations are, I imagine, well under way. Lights are already twinkling throughout the village, and visions of sugar plums and all sorts of other delights are dancing through our heads. … More Advent (and other) Busyness
Great thanks to all of you who pledged either your presence and participation, your financial support, or both for the sake of our ministry here. This year, we received an unprecedented 92 pledge cards – the most since I have been your Rector – and we well exceeded our goal!!! Thanks be to God! Every … More Stewardship Campaign a Success!
Saint Matthias’ invites one and all in the Buffalo area to come together for Election Day Communion on Tuesday, November 8th, at 6:00 p.m. Our guest preacher is Pastor Langdon Hubbard of the 1st Presbyterian Church of East Aurora. Mother Ann will be the Celebrant. All are most welcome!
“He hath put down the mighty from their seat, and hath exalted the humble and meek.” That sentence from the Song of Mary, or the Magnificat, is perhaps one of the most moving phrases you’ll hear when our choir sings Evensong on Sunday, November 13 at 4 p.m. We hope you’ll plan to join us! … More Preparing for Evensong
Our St. Matthias’ Adult Choir is happy to be back in the loft and singing for our 10 a.m. service. They’re also diligently working to prepare music for two special services that are quickly approaching. Please mark your calendars for Choral Evensong on Sunday, November 13 at 4 p.m. A festive reception will follow in All Saints Hall. Choral Evensong … More Special Musical Offerings this Fall
Back in the 1960s, there was a song whose refrain went, “These boots are made for walking’, and that’s just what they’ll do, and if you don’t watch out these boots will walk all over you!” As See those footprints up there on the wall? Those are YOUR feet, walking in love – representing your … More Walk in Love: Annual Giving Campaign Underway
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