What is Advent?

The word Advent is derived from the latin word “adventus” meaning coming. It is a season of both quiet reflection and preparation for the coming of Christ. German Theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer said “Life in a prison cell may well be compared to Advent; one waits, hopes, and does this, that, or the other- things that are of no real consequence- the door is shut, and can be opened only from the outside." (Letters from Prison, 21 November 1943) Most of us lead lives much more comfortable than prison, however we can still find ourselves waiting and hoping for Christ to open the door. We hope you will join us for Sunday worship this Advent.

A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols for Advent - December 10 - 5PM

For 53 years Saint Dunstan’s Tulsa has hosted Advent Lessons and Carols. Through the retelling of sacred Word and music the story of the coming of Christ unfolds. It is our hope that the words and music of this liturgy help you find the true joy of Christmas. Please join us for this special service at 5PM on December 10th. A reception follows in the Parish Hall.