Services of the Christmas Season
Christmas Services at Hope in 2023
In winter’s deepest night, we welcome the light of the Christ child. Isaiah declares that the light of the long-promised king will illumine the world and bring endless peace and justice. Paul reminds us that the grace of God through Jesus Christ brings salvation to all people. The angels declare that Jesus’ birth is good and joyful news for everyone, including lowly shepherds. Filled with the light that shines in our lives, we go forth to share the light of Christ with the whole world.
December 17
10:00 am - Service of Word and Sacrament
Worship includes the children and youth Advent pageant, "The Nativity Before the Nativity", with special guests country-gospel guests, The Range. Following worship stay for a potluck lunch!
December 21
7:00 pm - The Longest Night
The Longest Night service provides a time and place of solace during the often-frenetic days surrounding the celebration of Christmas. We come together seeking healing and room to share grief, sadness, loneliness, or confusion when these emotions often feel out of place during the holidays.
The Longest Night is celebrated with Holden Evening Prayer, and includes with Rites of Healing and Remembrance.
This service is livestreamed for those unable to attend in person.
December 24
10:00 am - Service of Word and Sacrament
On the fourth Sunday of Advent we gather in the morning and celebrate the angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary: "You will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you will name him Jesus."
4:30 pm - Christmas Eve Service of Readings and Carols
As evening falls we turn to the celebration of the Nativity of Our Lord. Service includes candlelight singing of "Silent Night".
This service is livestreamed for those unable to attend in person.
7:00 pm - Christmas Eve Service of Word and Sacrament
This service is in-person-only.
December 25 - Christmas Day
11:00 am - Service of Word and Sacrament
This service is in-person-only.
December 31 - First Sunday of Christmas
10:00 am - Service of Word and Sacrament
This service is livestreamed for those unable to attend in person.