Advent 2025
Advent is a sacred season starting four Sundays before Christmas, marking the Christian year and inviting us to await Christ's coming with hope, peace, joy, and love. United Methodists view it as a time for spiritual renewal and justice-seeking, preparing hearts and communities for Christ's presence. Through worship, prayer, scripture, and compassion, we acknowledge God's light entering darkness. Special events include the Hanging of the Greens Service with musician John Redmon on November 30th.
Women’s Christmas
Celebrate Women’s Christmas – Saturday, December 6, from 10 am – 2 pm. All women are invited to celebrate Women’s Christmas. This is a time for women to take a few hours near the beginning of the holiday season to refocus, relax, and renew. Feel free to invite a friend. Lunch will be provided.
The day will be led by Ashley Franks and Rev. Brenda Lear.
Sign up at the Welcome Center or by emailing Rev. Brenda at
Cookie Walk and Carol Sing
Cookie bakers and buyers are needed for the UWF on December 9 to be a success. Bring your cookies to the kitchen on or before 8:00 am, then stop by to purchase a tasty supply of cookies and a carol sing-along at 10 am following worship. See Phyllis Tumey or Laryce Nitsch for more information.
Blue Christmas Service
Join us for the Blue Christmas Service on Wednesday, December 17th, at 6:30 p.m. This intimate service offers comfort and healing for those facing challenges or grief during the holiday season, providing a space for reflection and renewal.
Tuesday Morning Bible Study will begin their Advent study on November 25th in the church library at 9:30 am. Materials for “Messages of Hope, Love, Joy, and Peace throughout the Bible” will be provided. Per usual, we will use our own various Bible translations in seeking understanding. Bring your Bible and join in our discussion.
Contemporary Advent Bible Study
Rev. Sarah’s Bible Study will be discussing What Do You Want for Christmas? by James W. Moore: Monday nights, December 1-22 in person and on Friday evenings, November 28 - December 19, 6:30-8:00 pm on Zoom.