Commissioned in honor of a parishioner's 100th birthday, this interactive Advent frontal celebrates the merger of two congregations as well. The Jesse Tree is depicted in appliqué, and boasts tiny, hidden hooks upon which stars may be added for each Sunday in a four or a seven week Advent. Silver and rose couching flow from the Tree, creating a wild, abundant mood. It is constructed in silk dupioni with appliqué and thread painting as well as hand couching and machine embroidered free-standing lace for the stars.