Advent and Christmas Programs and Events
ENGAGEMENT MINISTRY
CAROLS, CANDLES, AND CHEER: PREPARING THE WAY
Thursday, December 5, Doors open 6:15 p.m., Program begins 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary, Founders Hall
Join us for Carols, Candles, and Cheer on December 5 as we savor the sights, sounds, and tastes of the season with special music, storytelling by Rev. Lindy Purdy, and a dessert buffet. This all-church event will also feature a display of cherished Christmas ornaments, inviting us to share meaningful holiday memories together.
RSVP HERE. To share your ornament in the Cherished Ornaments Display, sign up HERE.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
MERRY MIXER & CHRISTMAS MOVIE NIGHT
Friday, December 13, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at RIma’s home
Wear your festive Christmas PJ’s and connect with women (ages 18-101) for Christmas treats, cocoa, and fellowship, followed by a Christmas movie; bring an appetizer or dessert to share if you’d like! Click HERE to register.
EARLY CHILDHOOD AND ELEMENTARY
ADVENT WORKSHOP
Sunday, December 8, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Graceland Gym
Join us for our annual Christmas craft extravaganza—a festive afternoon of faith-based ornament and gift-making, crafting with fresh greens, and enjoying cider and Christmas treats; $15 per crafter. Click HERE to register.
CHRISTMAS KIDS NIGHT OUT
Friday, December 13, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. in Graceland Gym
Kids ages 3 through 5th grade are invited to an evening of Christmas fun at church, with a pizza dinner, ornament-making, festive games, and a Christmas movie with popcorn on the big screen; $20 per person. Click HERE to register.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY
ADVENT WORKSHOP HELPER ELVES
Sunday, December 8, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. in the Graceland Gym
Come help serve and create at the Advent Workshop, where Middle School Helper Elves will assist children and adults in making Christmas crafts, offering a chance to connect with your church family. Click HERE to register.
HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY
HIGH SCHOOL TOY SHOP SHOPPING
Sunday, December 15, 10:15 a.m.
Join us for a morning of shopping for the Salvation Army Toy Shop, supporting families throughout the metro. Click HERE to register.
PARABLES DISABILITY MINISTRY
PARABLES PARENT/CAREGIVER CHRISTMAS PARTY
Friday, December 6, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the home of Autumn & Chris Toussaint
A festive evening socializing and celebrating the season! Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share. Click HERE to register.
PARABLES CHRISTMAS PARTY
Sunday, December 15, 11:15 a.m. in Mithun Hall
Join us for our annual Parables Family Christmas Party right after worship on December 15 in Mithun Hall, with holiday festivities including lunch, crafts, music, cookie decorating, and a visit from a special guest. Click HERE to register.
PARABLES PIZZA & MOVIE NIGHT
Friday, December 20, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. in The Corner
Join us for a movie and pizza night with a Christmas theme! Wear your ugly (festive) sweater! We will play games, have open gym and watch a Christmas movie! Click HERE to register.