Advent & Christmas 2024
Hanging of the Greens
Dec. 1, 9:30 & 11am Sunday Services
Through scripture and song we celebrate the joy of anticipation of the coming of the Christ-child as we prepare our sanctuary for the Advent and Christmas season.
Together for Christmas explores and emphasizes the importance of the gathering of the family of God during the Christmas season, both emotionally and spiritually.
Using the simplest of musical means, all will be drawn into this welcoming presentation of the story of the nativity.
A blend of refreshing new music, beloved carols and traditional melodies, simply stated, yet profound narration and deeply felt texts all serve to nurture the congregation and to promote the predominate themes of the season: hope, peace, joy and love.
Christmas Cantata
Dec. 15, 11am Service
Drive- Thru
Living Nativity
Dec. 14, 15 6:30-8:00pm
See and feel the sights, sounds, and emotions felt at the time of Christ’s birth. Witness the journey as live people and animals walk The Road to Bethlehem. 800 luminaria light your way through ten scenes telling the Christmas Story. The route begins at Division and King St. There is no charge to attend but there will be a collection of nonperishable food for FISH for those who wish to donate.
All volunteers are welcome! Contact the office if you are interested in joining the cast/crew!
Christmas Eve Services
Christmas Contemporary/Family Service
4:30pm in-person only
Our contemporary service with music lead by our Joyful Noise Praise Band
Our Christmas Eve potluck will follow the 4:30 service. Families with children- RSVP to the office to ensure each child has a gift under the tree!
Christmas Candlelight Service
7pm in-person and online
A traditional candlellight service with music by our Chancel Choir and our Hosanna Handbells.
Ways to Give this Season
Angel Tree:
The Salvation Army Angel Tree will in the breezeway for the first weeks of Advent.
Mitten Tree:
Leave new warm accessories on our Mitten Tree. Children's items are distributed through the Carson City School District McKinney-Vento program. Adult Items are distributed through F.I.S.H.
Christmas Eve Offering
Our Christmas Eve Service offering will be split between UMCOR and our own Emergency Fund, which provides short-term support for people who come to the church for financial assistance.
Commemorate or honor a loved one by sponsoring a poinsettia for our Christmas Eve service. Dedications will appear in the bulletins for Christmas Eve services. Flowers may be taken home after service. Suggested donation: $10.
contact Jes Houk for more information
Sponsor a Poinsettia
