Christmas Eve Service

Take a deep breath and pause this Christmas Eve. Pilgrim’s Christmas Eve service is at 10:00 pm. Music by the Pilgrim Choir, Bellissimo, soloists and traditional carols sung by the congregation.
Fellowship and social hour at 9:00 pm.

Broadcast of Interfaith Thanksgiving Service

This weekend PACT television is broadcasting the Interfaith Thanksgiving Service hosted by Pilgrim. The service was held the Tuesday before Thanksgiving and included music, readings, and reflections on giving thanks from many different religious traditions. The broadcast will be Saturday, December 18 at 2:00 pm and again at 6:30 p.m and Sunday, December 19 at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Carolling Party December 19 4:00-6:00

Remember all those Christmas carols you love to sing? Bring your children, your neighbors and anyone else who might enjoy the simple pleasure of singing carols. We'll visit a few homes where Pilgrim members live and will gather back at the church for pizza afterwards. Don't worry about whether you can carry a tune--just come and join the fun!

We've Got Good News--a Multi Generational Retelling of the Christmas Story

There's no story quite like the Christmas story, and there's something poignant and beautiful about a community retelling it together. On Sunday, December 19, Pilgrim children, youth and adults will retell the story, complete with angels wearing gold tinsel halos, young shepherds, Mary, Joseph, the inkeeper, the magi, and Herod. The Pilgrim Percussion ensemble will drum, the choir will sing, and young musicians will share their talents. Come for a festive, fun, nostalgic, wonderful retelling of the Christmas story, 10:00 a.m.

Pilgirm e news December 10 2010

Winter storm watch for tonight! Here's hoping we're all plowed out by Sunday.

The Achterhoff/Grant household is hosting a gathering for Pilgrim families late Saturday afternoon before a visit to Bentleyville. Bundle up those little ones!

Warm your heart Sunday-- come to Pilgrim for a wonderful service of Advent and Christmas music, 10:00 Sunday. Bellissimo will play music they have prepared for the season and the Pilgrim Choir will sing Buxtehude's Advent Cantata, Rejoice, Beloved Christians.

Have you checked us out on Facebook? Yes, we have a page--search for Pilgrim Congregational Church, Duluth. Become a fan and get event notices from us.

During the 2nd hour this Sunday. Jim Drake will be teaching how to use social networks like Facebook as a communication tool. If you have grandchildren, you might enjoy surprising them with a newly acquired skill!

Women's book group meets Monday evening at 6:30 p.m.

This Season of Rejoicing

Sunday's worship at Pilgrim will be led by the Pilgrim Choir and Bellissimo, our handbell choir. Bring a friend and enjoy this hour of Advent/Christmas music, Sunday morning, 10:00 a.m.

from Pilgrim e news December 4 2010

Jackie Falk is preaching December 5--her text is Matthew 1:1-17. Ever wonder why Matthew begins with the long list of Jesus' ancestors? In Matthew's gospel, Joseph takes center stage as Jesus' earthly parent. Jackie is a member of Pilgrim and student at United Theological Seminary in the Twin Cities.

Following worship, we'll be gathering downstairs for a traditional winter lunch of tomato soup and toasted cheese sandwiches--and the opportunity to make wreaths, evergreen swags, Christmas ornaments, wrapping paper, and other such preparations for the Christmas season.

Children and youth are beginning their preparations for worship on December 19th. Parents: Please note that Sunday school classes will be in session until 11:30 both this Sunday and next. Enjoy a cup of coffee and time to take a breath while waiting to pick up your kids!