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Christmas SeasonBlue Christmas Service - December 21st 7pm
Many people wonder what a Blue Christmas Service is. Some think that it is a memorial service for those who grieve the loss of loved ones at Christmas time. Others think that this is a service to reflect on the current state of the world and why we need the Prince of Peace to come and offer us hope. Still others think it is a service to pause and take a break from the over-marketed “Christmas Joy” because in fact, we aren’t always filled with that joy. I believe the reality is that it is all of these things and more. Our Blue Christmas Service attempts to condense the purpose of Advent into our busy December lives. Advent is a long, uncomfortable look in the mirror. In Advent we voice the truth: we live in dark, cold times; we long for light and warmth; we cry out, desperate to know God among us. Sometimes this truth is harder when we are also grieving. Other times we need a moment to acknowledge that we are lacking peace, hope, joy, and love. We need to ready our lives by stating what we need and being comforted by the promise of scripture. If we don’t know that we are broken and desperate, we won’t be able to receive the healing and fullness of life that Jesus offers us. Our Blue Christmas service attempts all of this. Christmas Eve in Alplaus Yes - 2 services! At 9am we will celebrate the 4th Sunday of Advent, and at 7:30pm we will celebrate Christmas with scripture, carols, and candles. This year our Christmas Eve will still be filled with story and song, our service will follow more like a “typical” Sunday service with prayer, scripture, hymns, and a Christmas Message, finishing off with candlelight and “Silent Night.” |
Latest NewsOur cleaning contractor, David Kenyon, is running a collection to benefit Operation Adopt a Soldier. For the month of November, we will be collecting items for this worthy cause, which benefits troops stationed overseas. David will be dropping off a collection box at the church this week, and any donations are greatly appreciated.
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Game Night!
Thursday at 6:30. 12/14/2023
Thursday at 6:30. 12/14/2023
United Women in Faith
The United Women in Faith would like to thank everyone who supported the Mayan Hands sale. It was very successful; we sold $1603. The UWF would like to invite anyone who would like to join us for our Christmas luncheon, and we encourage you to bring your significant other and/or a friend. It is on Thursday, December 14th at 12:30 pm. UWF is open to all women of our church community, please join us.
The United Women in Faith would like to thank everyone who supported the Mayan Hands sale. It was very successful; we sold $1603. The UWF would like to invite anyone who would like to join us for our Christmas luncheon, and we encourage you to bring your significant other and/or a friend. It is on Thursday, December 14th at 12:30 pm. UWF is open to all women of our church community, please join us.