
THE SEASON OF ADVENT

Luke begins the story of Jesus by reminding us that light first broke into a fearful and uncertain world, and the same is true today. Into darkness marked by oppression, division, and doubt came the angelic words, “Do not be afraid.” This Advent, we remember that God’s light still shines in places shadowed by fear—the birth of Christ revealing an insistence of hope, a courage that endures amid uncertainty. As we pause in the midst of our busy days, worship together, and prepare our hearts through prayer, music, and community, may this steady light kindle hope within us and guide us to love boldly in a world longing for illumination.
First Sunday of Advent
The Insistence of Hope
Sunday, November 30
8:00 AM Worship
Rev. Hanna Richards preaching
9:30 AM Worship
Rev. Hanna Richards preaching


Second Sunday of Advent
The Insistence of Peace
Sunday, December 7
8:00 AM Worship
Susan Whitlock preaching
9:30 AM Worship
Rev. David Prentice-Hyers preaching
Third Sunday of Advent
The Insistence of Joy
Sunday, December 14
8:00 AM Worship
Rev. Mark Mares preaching
9:30 AM Nativity Service
All children are invited to participate in the
no-rehearsal retelling of the Nativity story.


Fourth Sunday of Advent
The Insistence of Love
Sunday, December 21
8:00 AM Worship
Rev. Hanna Richards preaching
9:30 AM Worship
Rev. David Prentice-Hyers preaching
Christmas Eve
Candlelight Lessons & Carols
5:00 & 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
The 5:00 and 7:30 pm services are identical in format, each celebrating the wonder of Christmas with scripture, song, and candlelight. Music by the Chancel Choir, Brass Quintet and Percussion. Additional seating with a livestream feed will be available at 5:00 pm in Monteith Hall. Childcare is available.
Candlelight Communion
11:00 pm, Sanctuary
A serene, candlelit worship service with communion, celebrating the arrival of Christ.
Music by the Chancel Choir, Brass Quintet and Percussion.


- Advent TaizéTue, Dec 02
- Christmas PoinsettiasFri, Dec 05
- Advent HappeningSat, Dec 06
- Campus Ministry Pancake SupperTue, Dec 09




