AvE Reflections
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Resurrection: The Holy Defiance
Explore Deacon Matthew Simpson's powerful reflection on Easter's true triumph—how Christ's Resurrection defies all oppressive powers and offers eternal hope beyond mere life after death.

Celebrating and Honoring Loved Ones: The Altar Flower Fund
Learn how you can honor loved ones and celebrate special moments through the Altar Flower Fund. Join us in filling our sanctuary with love, gratitude, and fresh flowers.

Ashes, Ashes…We All Fall Down
Explore the profound spiritual meaning of Ash Wednesday and the Lenten season in this reflection on humility, mortality, and repentance. A must-read for anyone seeking to grow in their spiritual journey.

Lent: a clean heart and a renewed Spirit
Lent is a sacred season of reflection, repentance, and renewal. Explore the rich traditions of Lenten liturgy and music, and learn how this season prepares our hearts for the joy of Easter.

Rooted in Faith: Standing Tall Through Life’s Storms
In this heartfelt reflection, The Rev. Jane Milliken Hague draws inspiration from the resilience of trees and the storms of life. Discover how the strength of nature and the support of a faith community can guide us through turbulent times, reminding us that we are never alone.

Christ the King: A Different Kind of Kingdom
Explore Deacon Matthew’s reflection on Christ the King Sunday and the transformative power of God’s love.

Finding Peace in Anxious Times: A Call to Prayer and Action
Join Rev. Jane Milliken Hague in reflecting on prayer, peace, and the Election Day prayer vigil at Saint Mary’s.
Be Still: Finding Freedom in Quiet Reflection
Join us for Be Still, a time of quiet reflection and shared poetry, as we explore the theme of freedom this summer.
Fall Series: Contemplating Community with The Rule of Benedict
Join Deacon Matthew this fall for a reflective exploration of communal and individual spirituality through The Rule of Benedict.
Be Still: Finding Freedom in Simplicity
Join us for Be Still, a quiet time of meditation and reflection on the theme of freedom.