Words for the Beginning
Advent and Christmas Events, 2024
Words to accompany us as we step into the unknown – reaching for hope, longing for peace, yearning for joy, risking for love – staying together all the way to Christmas.
Charlie Brown Christmas Movie Night
Friday, December 6
6:30 p.m. on the Patio
Explore the Nativity
through Film
Sunday, December 8
11:30 am in the Fireside Room
Our Children Share in Worship
Sunday, December 15
10:00 am in the Sanctuary (Zoom livestream)
Christmas Tea
Sunday, December 15
11:00 a.m. in Ray Hall
Christmas Market
Sunday, December 15
11:00 a.m. in Ray Hall
Wee Read
Sunday, December 15
11:15 a.m. on the Patio
Sunday After Christmas
Sunday, December 29
10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary (Zoom livestream)
Christmas movie night is here! Join us on the patio to enjoy Christmas favorites, roast hot dogs, & make s’mores. After Charlie Brown, we’ll be screening a short film, called The Shepherd, telling the nativity story.
The Education board sponsors a light lunch and discussion of the 20-minute film "The Shepherd," an adaptation of the Gospel of Luke Chapter 2. We will screen the film during Christmas Movie Night. Or you may find the film online at: The Shepherd: A Story of the First Christmas | The Chosen
Our kids & youth will offer a creative expression of the season and participate in leading the worship service. See and feel this time through their eyes!
Our annual Christmas celebration follows the Children’s program. We’ll enjoy food, fun, and fellowship together. Join us for a cup of Christmas cheer!
The Stewardship Board will sponsor a Christmas Market! Artists and craftspersons from our congregation will offer their art for sale, with proceeds going to the church
We focus on International Human Rights Day. Anita Porter will read Small Places, Close to Home and Every Child a Song. Kids of all ages are invited!
Many are feeling the weight of so many changes and losses in recent years. We will gather online to make space for the sorrow we feel this season, as well as the joy.
With carols, candles, and communion, we’ll welcome Christmas! Bring your loved ones to join us as we turn toward Christ in our midst.
Erin McConahey will be preaching for us this morning, as we keep the Christmas celebration going!