The East Tennessee Episcopalian   Sept. 1999

“Unplug the Christmas Machine” workshop offered

Rosie Abrams, an experienced educator, who served for many years as Director of Adult Ministries at Church of the Ascension, Knoxville is the leader for a workshop that offers the opportunity to learn how to simplify and enrich your Advent and Christmas season by putting Christ at the center of the holiday celebrations.

Workshop Highlights:

  • Develop your own plans for a simplified Christ-centered celebration that fits your family traditions.
  • Learn ways to weave your faith into the liturgical seasons
  • Take home books and resources to help implement your ideas for making the holidays holy days.

This workshops will be held in 2 locations. The first is at St. Peter’s Church, 848 Ashland Terrace, Chattanooga on Saturday, Nov. 6, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. The second is at Church of the Ascension, 800 Northshore Dr., Knoxville on Saturday, Nov. 13, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Registration is required for both locations and must be delivered to Diocesan House by Oct. 29.
The registration cost of $20 includes two books, workshop materials, and lunch. Scholarships are available, contact Lynn Lazlo (423-521-2900) for more information. Child care will not be provided at either location.

Sponsored by the Diocesan Spiritual Life Resource Team.