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Thanksgiving Eve Worship with Temple B'nai Shalom
Nov
27
7:00 PM19:00

Thanksgiving Eve Worship with Temple B'nai Shalom

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Wednesday, November 27 at 7:00 p.m. at Abiding Presence

Abiding Presence and Temple B’nai Shalom share a more than 30 year tradition of worshiping together on Thanksgiving Eve. This year’s service is at Abiding Presence and will feature a combined adult choir, children’s choir and orchestra. Rabbi Widzer will preach. A reception will follow the service. All are welcome to join us to give thanks for all God’s blessings.

  • Sign up here to help with the reception.

  • Tap here to sign up for the joint Kids Choir.

  • Email David Chávez, Music & Worship Minister (dave@abidingpresence.net) to sign up for the joint adult choir and orchestra.

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Election Eve Prayers for Our Nation
Nov
4
7:00 PM19:00

Election Eve Prayers for Our Nation

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Monday, November 4 at 7:00 p.m. (in-person and on the livestream)

On the eve of the election, we will gather for a service of Holden Evening Prayer which will include an extended time of prayer for our nation and the world. Together, we will pray for healing, justice, peace and hope for all of God’s creation.

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Christmas in July Worship
Jul
21
9:45 AM09:45

Christmas in July Worship

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Sunday, July 21 at 9:45 a.m.

A favorite service of the year! Join us for our annual Christmas in July worship service where we sing Christmas carols, hear the Christmas story and remember that the “good news of great joy” of Jesus’ birth isn’t reserved for just one time of year.

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Outdoor Worship & Bagel Bar
May
26
9:45 AM09:45

Outdoor Worship & Bagel Bar

Sunday, May 26 at 9:45 a.m.

The outdoor worship service is a favorite Abiding Presence summer tradition. We’ll worship outside together. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and/or popup tent, if you have one. We will have plenty of chairs and tents up as well. Worship will be casual, festive and allow us to praise God for God’s creation. Following the service, we will have an epic bagel bar with all the toppings. The church will provide the bagels and beverages. We will invite you to sign up to bring a topping or use your creativity to bring something to share you think would taste great on a bagel. Sign up to help with set up and clean up.

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Ash Wednesday
Feb
14
12:00 PM12:00

Ash Wednesday

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Wednesday, February 14
Worship Services at 12:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Children’s Service at 6:30 p.m. (30 minutes)

We begin our lenten journey on Ash Wednesday with services of confession, the imposition of ashes and Holy Communion.

Our Children’s Service is a half hour worship services geared toward preschool and elementary school age children and their families. It includes the usual aspects of Ash Wednesday worship such as confession, imposition of ashes and Holy Communion in an age appropriate way. There is music, puppets and the opportunity for children to worship with their whole bodies. Prior to the service, a pizza dinner will be served in Bailey Hall at 5:45 p.m.

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Advent Jazz Vespers 2023
Dec
2
6:00 PM18:00

Advent Jazz Vespers 2023

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Saturday, December 2 at 6:00 p.m.

It’s an annual Abiding Presence tradition and the official kick-off of the holiday season at Abiding Presence! This favorite service is filled with jazz, scripture, prayer and Holy Communion. Abiding Presence member Craig Fraedrich (craigfraedrichmusic.com) and friends come together to lead the service. Following the service, we’ll have a dessert reception and the chance to gather with friends old and new. Before, after and during Advent Jazz Vespers as well as on Sunday morning, Fair Trade Winds will have a popup display in the church narthex.

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Thanksgiving Eve Service with Temple B'nai Shalom
Nov
22
7:30 PM19:30

Thanksgiving Eve Service with Temple B'nai Shalom

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Wednesday, November 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Temple B’nai Shalom

For over 30 years, the congregations of Abiding Presence Lutheran Church and Temple B’nai Shalom have come together to worship on Thanksgiving Eve. This long tradition reflects the close relationship our two congregations have shared over the years, including 10 years of sharing worship space. This year, we will worship together at Temple B’nai Shalom with Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor, preaching. The service will feature a combined adult choir, children’s choir and brass ensemble. Following the service, there will be a reception.

To participate in the music ensembles, contact David Chavez, Abiding Presence Music & Worship Minister.

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All Saints Sunday
Nov
5
9:00 AM09:00

All Saints Sunday

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Sunday, November 5 during the 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. Worship Services

On All Saints Sunday, we give thanks for the great cloud of witnesses that surround us here on earth and in heaven. During worship, we will begin the service by reading the names of those who have been baptized in our community the past year as we celebrate their presence with us as God’s living saints. Later in the service, we will read the names of those who have died since the last All Saints Sunday, trusting in their presence with us in the great cloud of witnesses in heaven. There will be a visual depiction at the altar of the saints who surround us in the great cloud of witnesses. To submit a name to be read or a picture for the display, click here.

For more information, contact Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor.

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...And I Will Continue to Rejoice: A Sermon Series on Philippians
Sep
24
9:00 AM09:00

...And I Will Continue to Rejoice: A Sermon Series on Philippians

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Sundays, September 24 through October 15

Philippians is the most joyful letter written by the apostle Paul, which is surprising considering that he wrote it from prison. Explore what it means to continue to rejoice, even in hard times as we follow Jesus in the world today.

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Fall Kick Off Sunday
Sep
10
9:00 AM09:00

Fall Kick Off Sunday

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Sunday, September 10
9:00 a.m. Contemporary Service
10:05 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages
11:00 a.m. Traditional Service

We’re kicking off fall with a new session of Sunday School, the return to our regular worship schedule and lots of enthusiasm for all that is ahead. Come join us!

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Backpack, Bag & Briefcase Blessing Service
Aug
20
9:45 AM09:45

Backpack, Bag & Briefcase Blessing Service

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Sunday, August 20 from 9:45-10:45 a.m.

We’re getting ready to head back to school and launch into fall with our annual Back to School Backpack, Briefcase and Bag Blessing service. Bring to church whatever bag you use to do God’s work in the world. During the service, we will bless the bags and the people who carry them.

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Christmas in July Worship
Jul
16
9:45 AM09:45

Christmas in July Worship

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Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 9:45 a.m.

We’re celebrating Christmas in July! This favorite worship service features Christmas music, the retelling of the Christmas story, a song by our Christmas in July campers and much more. There will be a light reception following the service.

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Outdoor Worship & Bagel Bar Brunch Picnic
Jun
11
9:45 AM09:45

Outdoor Worship & Bagel Bar Brunch Picnic

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Sunday, July 11
Outdoor Worship at 9:45 a.m.
Bagel Bar Brunch Picnic at 10:45 a.m.
Sign Up to Bring a Picnic Item

Our annual outdoor worship service and picnic is a favorite Abiding Presence tradition. Join us for worship outside followed by a “Bagel Bar Brunch” Picnic. We’re having bagels, fruit and all the toppings you can imagine. Abiding Presence will provide the bases and beverages. We’re asking people to sign up to bring toppings and/or fruit. You can also sign up to help with set up and/or clean up. Bring a lawn chair or we will have plenty of chairs available.

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Good Friday
Apr
7
7:30 PM19:30

Good Friday

Friday, April 7

12:00 p.m. Tenebrae Service (in-person & online)
5:45 p.m. Pizza Dinner
6:30 p.m. Children’s Service
7:30 p.m. Tenebrae Service (in-person &
online)

Life and death stand side by side as we enter into Good Friday. Jesus reveals the power and glory of God, even as he is put on trial and sentenced to death. Standing with the disciples at the foot of the cross, we pray for the whole world in the ancient bidding prayer, as Christ’s death offers life to all. We gather in solemn devotion, but always with the promise that the tree around which we assemble is indeed a tree of life.

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Good Friday Children's Service (30 Minutes) & Pizza Dinner
Apr
7
5:45 PM17:45

Good Friday Children's Service (30 Minutes) & Pizza Dinner

Friday, April 7
5:45 p.m. Dinner
6:30 p.m. Service

Our 30-minute children’s service offers the story of Jesus’ crucifixion in an age appropriate and interactive way. Through dialogue with puppets, scripture, prayers, music and more, we will worship together.

This year we will be hosting a Pizza Dinner for families to gather together prior to the service. Join us for a time of faith and fellowship as we bring our Lenten journey to a close.

Please RSVP for the pizza dinner here. We will be collecting free will donations to cover the cost of the pizza. Questions? Email our Children & Family Minister, Michaela Silvis.

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Maundy Thursday
Apr
6
7:30 PM19:30

Maundy Thursday

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Thursday, April 7
7:30 p.m. Worship Service (in-person &
online)

On this night, we gather with Christians around the world to celebrate the Three Days of Jesus’ death and resurrection. We remember Christ’s last meal with his disciples and his commandment that we live out the promise embodied in this meal. Departing worship in solemn silence, we anticipate the coming days.

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Palm/Passion Sunday
Apr
2
9:00 AM09:00

Palm/Passion Sunday

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Sunday, April 2
9:00 a.m. Contemporary Service (in-person)
11:00 a.m. Traditional Service (in-person & online)

Today, we encounter the paradox that defines our faith: Jesus Christ is glorified king and humiliated servant. We will wave palms in celebration as Christ comes into our midst, and we follow with trepidation as his path leads to death on the cross. We begin this Holy Week that stands at the center of the church year, anticipating the completion of God’s astounding work.

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