Sunday 18 March, 2018
4:30pm
| Saint James Episcopal Church, Dexter
Celebrating International Women’s Day & Women’s History Month
Women in the ancient world faced many challenges. Few possessed the power to control their own destiny. Some did not even have names. Gather with us in a service of evening prayer to remember two biblical women whose voices are still heard today—Hannah and Mary.
Mother of the prophet Samuel, Hannah lifted her voice in gratitude to God. Mary is the Theotokos, the bearer of God, who carried Jesus for nine months and brought him into the world. Her faithful response to Gabriel’s call—the Annunciation—is a blessing to us and a witness to the value and strength of women.
The Elm Ensemble will perform musical settings of Hannah’s Song and a variety of Marian hymns by European masters Gabrieli, Eccard, Victoria, Palestrina, and Guerrero. The service concludes with a hymnic nod to Saint Patrick.
The gathered assembly will have many opportunities to join in the singing. Free childcare is provided. Reception to follow in the fellowship hall. This event is free and open to the public.
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