Join us Sunday, December 21, after the regular Worship service for Pastor Tom's final Advent class, discussing the meaning of the ​beautiful hymn "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel." Then please stay for the annual Hanging of the Christmas Greens, which will take place immediately following the class. According to St. John's Episcopal Church , "Early Christians placed evergreen boughs in the windows of their home to symbolize Christ’s presence. As Christians, the evergreens remind u

On Sunday, December 7, Gaylord’s Alpine Bells, a handbell ensemble, performed at St. Francis’ Church, adding a lovely touch to the regular worship service. Featuring our very own Sandy Mammoser, the Alpine Bells filled the church with their angelic music, infusing the service with the spirit of Christmas.   The very talented Sandy also designed and created a stunning Advent banner. Pastor Tom’s and Sandy’s generosity has been a blessing from inspirational sermons and fascinat

Please join us at St. Francis to celebrate the Advent season: Sunday, December 7 : The Alpine Bells, a Gaylord-based handbell ensemble, will perform during the worship service. The group includes the very talented Sandy Mammoser, Pastor Tom's wife.​​ ​ Sunday, December 7 and 21 : Following the service, Pastor Tom will lead a special Advent class, discussing the meaning of the ​beautiful hymn "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel." ​ Saturday, December 13 at 7 p.m. : The Gaylord Community

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