Christmas Cookie Decorating, Dec. 13

Join us for a beautiful start to the Christmas season! Lessons and Carols is a cherished Advent tradition that weaves the Scripture of our salvation history with anthems of "the lessons" sung by our adult and children's choirs. It invites us to reflect on the story of salvation while celebrating the coming of Christ through music and prayer. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies after the concert. Date: December 1 at 7:00 pm in church

Advent is much more than a countdown to Christmas. The Church invites us to prepare for all three comings of Christ: His coming in history at Bethlehem, His coming into our lives today, and His promised return in glory. As Scripture reminds us, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). In this talk by Bradley Barnes, we will explore practical ways to encounter Christ in each of these dimensions of Advent. Together, we will reflect on the mystery of His birth, learn to recognize His presence and action in our daily lives, and prepare our hearts with hope and vigilance for His return. Through prayer, reflection, and concrete spiritual practices, participants will discover how Advent can become a season of deeper faith, renewed expectation, and lasting transformation.