The Fourth Sunday of Advent

This Sunday, as we prepare for the birth of Christ, we focus on Mary’s Magnificat. After she learns from the Angel Gabriel that God has chosen her, she sings. Her song, the Magnificat, is exceptional as she praises God and then reverses the social order. In Mary’s words, “the proud are scattered, the mighty are brought down from their thrones, and the lowly are exalted.”

I am looking forward to this Sunday. When we come together for worship, both online and in person, we will join Mary and praise the Lord of the Covenant who fulfilled His promises toAbraham and his descendants in the birth of Christ.

Until then, Advent Blessings,

Father Karl.

“The Visitation” Book of Hours, ca. 1450. Formerly

in the Krauth Memorial Library

As is our custom at Christ Church Ithan, we will return to Enriching Our Worship during Advent. If you worship online and would like a paper copy of the worship pamphlet so that you may follow along, please call Nancy in our church office at 610 688-1110. She will gladly send you a copy.

Sunday, December 22, 2024

9:15 am Holy Eucharist

Link for all livestream services: christchurchithan.org/live

The Church office will close for the Christmas Holiday on Tuesday, December 24th and reopen January 2, 2025.

In case of a pastoral emergency, Father Karl Krueger may be reached on his cell phone at 610-209-6193.

Christ Church and St. Martin's will once again be participating in the Annual Breakfast with Santa at the Radnor Township Civic Association on Highland Avenue. This fun holiday event will be held on Saturday, December 21st, from 10.00am - 1:00pm.

Come enjoy cookie decorating, Christmas crafting, good food, and of course a visit from Santa.

The children enjoy making crafts but can often use a bit of help with their decorations. If you're unable to attend, but would like to drop off Christmas sugar cookies, please contact Nina Gauthron.