Advent at St. Matthew's in Sterling, VA
Advent is a season of preparation and hope, and you’re invited to journey with St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Sterling, VA. Each week we pause to reflect, pray, and prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ.
Whether you join us in person or online, you’ll find sermons, family activities, and devotionals to help make this Advent meaningful for you and your loved ones.
Advent Sermon Series: All I want for Christmas...
Christmas comes with a lot of expectations. More gifts, more gatherings, more spending, and more stress. But what are we really longing for?
This Advent, join us as we explore our hopes and worries, from financial pressures and family relationships to finding peace in the chaos.
Together, we'll discover how God's greatest gift meets our deepest needs in ways we might not expect.
Advent Worship Opportunities at St. Matthew's
Morning Prayer: Monday - Saturday at 8:30 AM, in person only.
Sunday Morning Worship: 8 AM, 9:30 AM, and 11 AM, in person and online.
Advent Evening Worship: 6 PM on Nov. 29, and Dec. 6, 13, and 20, in person only.
What is Advent?
Advent is the first season of the church year. It begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas and continues through the day before Christmas. The name is derived from a Latin word for “coming.” The season is a time of preparation and expectation for the coming celebration of our Lord's nativity, and for the final coming of Christ “in power and glory.” This article from anglicancompass.com provides a great explanation and additional resources.
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church is located at 201 E. Frederick Dr., Sterling, VA 20164, just minutes from Ashburn, Reston, and Leesburg. We’d love for you to journey with us through Advent and Christmas.