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Traditional 8:30

Sanctuary

Contemporary 9:45

Temporarily in Sanctuary

Contemplative 9:45

Log Cabin

(3rd Sunday of each month)

Traditional 11:00

Sanctuary

WYD 11:00

Worship for Young Disciples

Fellowship Hall

Something new in the sacristy...

Quietly, unseen by most, a new addition has been made in the sacristy. The sacristy is a small area off of the chancel where the communion elements are prepared. It is where items that we might consider sacred are stored—altar cloths, communion chalices, and now. . . . .the oil of anointing.
Last Maundy Thursday, as is the ancient tradition of the church, a vial of oil was placed on the altar and blessed. As the church has needs for blessed oil throughout the year, it is taken from this supply. As the sick are visited and healing prayers are said, oil is frequently a part of the encounter. Oftentimes, at the time of death, a prayer of blessing is said and the healing oil is used. This holy oil, or blessed oil as we are likely to call it, is a symbol of the charism or gift of the Holy Spirit.
So, what is new in the sacristy? A beautiful cabinet has been made by two of our craftsmen at FUMC in order to reverently house and display our supply of oil. Dick England made the cabinet and polished it to perfection, and Larry Kennedy made the stained glass panel that covers the front. The glass depicts a dove taking flight over a Trinitarian knot, emphasizing the Holy Spirit’s part in bringing gifts to God’s people.

First United Methodist Church Pasadena

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