CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS: Faith and the Millennium Development Goals -- Boston Theological Institute, Episcopal Divinity School (EDS) and Bread
for the World Institute have collaborated to present a series of lectures on Faith and the Millennium Development Goals. The series continues on December 8, 7-8:30 p.m. at Sherrill Hall, Episcopal Divinity School, with "Becoming Ambassadors of Hope" with Robert Seiple. The lectures conclude on December 15 with: "What Can a Person of Faith Do?" with Gloria White Hammond. For information visit http://www.bostontheological.org/; http://www.eds.edu/ or http://www.bread.org/

 
Coming December 9, 2005...
 
JACKSON, WYOMING: Pre-screening forum for the film "Brokeback Mountain" -- St. John's Episcopal Church will co-host a pre-screening forum on December 9, 7-9 p.m. for the film "Brokeback Mountain." Director Ang Lee, producer James Schamus, author Annie Proulx, and actor Heath Ledger are scheduled to attend. The forum will provide a time for people with ties to Wyoming to speak about their experiences. The Jackson Hole Film Institute will host the premiere of the film on December 10.

TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA: Alabama Choir Winter Concert -- Celebrate the holiday season at the Alabama Choir School's annual winter concert December 9 and 10 at 7 p.m. Under the leadership of Karen Nicolosi and Doff Procter, over 200 boys and girls will sing Christmas favorites, classical repertory, folk songs from other countries, and popular American pieces. Tickets may be purchased 45 minutes before the concert or by calling 205.758.0927.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Advent meditations -- The Arts at Saint Mark's Cathedral presents an evening of advent meditations on December 9 at 7:30 p.m. The event will feature Cathedral organist J. Melvin Butler, who will play Olivier Messiaen's Suite "La Nativité du Seigneur" while Joanne Snow-Smith, noted University of Washington art historian, will project art masterpieces depicting various scenes of Christ's birth. General admission is $18 and $12 for students and seniors. To purchase tickets visit http://www.ticketwindowonline.com/ or call 206.325.6500.

 
Coming December 10, 2005...
 
HOUSTON, TEXAS: Christmas at the Cathedral -- Christ Church Cathedral hosts this heart-warming annual event on December 10, 10 a.m., where dinner is served to approximately 800 members of the downtown Houston community. Attendees will be entertained by face-painting, story-telling, crafts and more as they await the beginning of dinner. For more information contact either Wick Rowland at wickr@houston.rr.com or Paul Mandell at pmandell@christchurchcathedral.org  or 713.590.3321.

NEW YORK CITY: A Greater Gift Sale -- All Saints Church is hosting a Greater Gift Sale that will feature fairly traded handcrafts from artisans in developing regions around the world. Visit the church December 10, and 17, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and December 11, and 18, 12-3 p.m.

 
Coming December 11, 2005...THIRD SUNDAY IN ADVENT
 
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: Art and Altars exhibit -- The Guadalupe Art Program presents "Serenade to Our Lady of Guadalupe", an art and altars exhibit, December 11, 5 p.m., at St. Paul's Cathedral. This event will include special performances by the star of the movie "Grease," Jamie Donnelly, and Commander in Chief Caitlin Wachs. For information call The Rev. Canon Mary Moreno Richardson at 619.298.7261 ext. 332.

WASHINGTON, DC: State Day honors Arizona -- The state of Arizona will be honored at the December 11, 11 a.m. service at Washington National Cathedral. As part of its national ministry, Washington National Cathedral has for many years individually honored each state in the union. During worship services, the government and people of that state are prayed for. Invited guests include: Bishop Kirk Stevan Smith of the Episcopal Diocese of Arizona; Elder Rick Ufford-Chase, current moderator for the Presbyterian Church USA, General Assembly; members of the Arizona State Society; and Arizona elected officials. Join the Cathedral Choral Society for the "Joy of Christmas Concert" at 4 p.m.

Coming December 13, 2005...
 
NEW YORK CITY: Narnia: A multimedia festival concludes – Trinity Church/St. Paul's Chapel multimedia festival exploring author C.S. Lewis and "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" concludes on December 13 at 6:30 p.m., with the Rev. Dr. Clair McPherson. For information visit http://www.trinitywallstreet.org/resources/?narnia 

Coming December 16, 2005...

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA: A Baroque holiday -- All Saints' Episcopal Church will present a Baroque Holiday with Musica angelica Baroque Orchestra on December 16 at 8 p.m. The All Saints' Choir, Parish Choir, Choristers and a host of soloists will feature the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and more. Suggested donation is $15 adults, $10 students/seniors, and free with a Music Guild donor season pass.

HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT: Holiday concert -- Trinity Episcopal Church's Music and Arts Series continues on December 16 at 7:30 p.m. with the Salvation Army Band and Trinity Choirs holiday concert. A free-will offering will be divided between the Salvation Army and Episcopal Relief and Development's hurricane relief fund. For complete information about the series visit http://www.trinityhartford.org/
 

Coming December 18, 2005...

NEW BRUNSWICK, NEW JERSEY: Handel's "Messiah" -- The choirs of Christ Church, First Reformed Church and Emanuel Lutheran Church join the New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra for this second annual event. Admission is $17 and $15 for students and seniors. For information visit http://www.newbrunswickchamberorchestra.org/

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Annual Christmas pageant -- The Washington National Cathedral's annual Christmas pageant will be held December 18 at 3:30 p.m. This service for children will include the reenactment of the story of Jesus' birth, including visits from the three magi, animals, and angels. It is free and open to the public.

OSSINING, NEW YORK: Trinity Church's Service of Lessons and Carols -- Trinity Church will once again offer the Anglican Service of Lessons and Carols on December 18 at 4 p.m. This retelling of the Advent and Christmas mysteries in Scripture, anthems, carols and hymns has been an Anglican tradition and a celebration for all Christians for generations. Trinity's Evensong Choir of over 20 voices is ecumenical; singers from many Christian denominations join the Chancel Choir to offer this special service. Bishop Catherine S. Roskam of New York will officiate. For more information and directions visit http://www.trinityossining.org/ or call 914.941.0806.