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Edward Parmentier Harpsichord Concert | January 9
Edward Parmentier will present a recital on the Advent’s newly acquired harpsichord on Thursday, January 9, 7:30 p.m. in the Nave. Internationally renowned for his brilliant performances of early keyboard music, Edward Parmentier has performed widely throughout the United States, Western Europe, Russia, Japan, and Korea on harpsichord and historic organs. His recordings have received […]
Parish-Wide Prayer
All parishioners are invited to a prayer gathering on Monday, January 6, 7:15 p.m. at Cranmer House (2814 Linden Avenue, 35209). Typically held the first Monday of every month, this hour-long meeting is a time to pray for the Advent. In addition, Dean Pearson is setting aside an extended period to time to personally pray […]
Food Drive | January 12
We will collect non-perishable food items in Clingman Commons after the 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. services, next Sunday, January 12. This year’s Food Drive once again will support our ministry partner, Bridge Ministries. Bridge works to prevent homelessness by providing direct emergency assistance to at-risk individuals and families in the greater Birmingham […]
Senior High We Heart Birmingham Weekend: A Heart for Our City
We are so excited about our first ever A Heart for Our City Weekend with Advent Youth Senior High. All students ages 9-12th grade are invited to join us from 9am-6pm on Saturday, January 25th for a day of exploring and learning about new parts of our city. We will visit Brother Bryan Mission, do […]
Inquirers’ Class | New Session
The next Inquirers’ Class series will run through March 15 from 10:10-10:50 am (no meeting on February 16). The eight-week series meets in the Diocesan Conference Room (entrance in the garden area). The Inquirers’ Class is an adult education course that will give you an idea of what the Advent believes and why we believe it. […]
Parish-Wide Prayer Meeting | January 6
All parishioners are invited to a prayer gathering on Monday, January 6, 7:15 p.m. at Cranmer House (2814 Linden Avenue, 35209). Typically held the first Monday of every month, this hour-long meeting is set aside to pray for the Advent. As Dean Pearson wrote about these gatherings, “If we are not on our knees, we are trying to do […]
Christmas Closings
The church office will be closed Tuesday-Thursday, December 24-26, in observance of Christmas. It will reopen on Friday, December 27. The Advent Bookstore will be open Sunday and Monday, December 22 and 23, and then close for the holiday period on Tuesday, December 24. The store will reopen on Sunday, January 5.
Lenten Preaching Schedule & Lunch Menu
For the 113th consecutive year, Lent at the Advent will include gospel-centered sermons delivered by guest preachers, warm meals provided by loving volunteers, and gracious fellowship with friends around tables. Since 1908, thousands have gathered to hear the Word preached in a way that enlivens, confronts, encourages, and clarifies. The emphasis we place at the Advent […]
Christmas Services
Please join us for Christmas Eve Services which will be held on Tuesday, December 24: 3:00 p.m. Family Service (Nursery available for children ages 6 weeks through five years old. Children younger and older are welcome to worship with their parents.) 5:00 p.m. Holy Communion (Nursery available for children ages 6 weeks through five years old. Children younger […]
DEAN’S BULLETIN BOARD 12.20.2019
Born this day in 1899, Martyn Lloyd-Jones was born. His preaching ministry had few equals in the 20th century and his impact continues today. I give thanks to God for him and can attest to God’s using him in my ministry. If you’ve not heard ’The Dr.’ preach, you can find his sermons here: mljtrust.org. […]