Sunday, December 21st - 10:00 a.m. - A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols for Christmas

In the tradition of the English collegiate choirs, this special service pairs nine readings that tell of the birth of the Messiah with musical responses ranging from mediaeval carols to congregational hymns to contemporary pop music and instrumental pieces.  Always a congregational favourite, join us as we hear the story of the Messiah in word and song.

Sunday, December 21st - 4:00 p.m. - Blue Christmas Contemplative Eucharist and Potluck Dinner

On the third Sunday of each month, we gather in the Guild Hall for worship that rich with the music of the Taizé community, contemplative prayers, and reflective silence, culminating with Holy Communion. After worship, we sit down together for conversation and enjoy food that people have brought for the potluck dinner. In December, the Contemplative Eucharist focuses on the theme of "Blue Christmas", allowing us to name sadness, grief, and longing that may rise to the surface in a time when we may feel the pressure to only be joyful and celebratory. All are welcome to these services and dinners.

Wednesday, December 24th - 4:00 p.m. - Christmas Eve Family Celebration of the Birth of Jesus

The family celebration is early enough that kids and seniors who don't want to be out past suppertime can come to worship on the night that Jesus was born.  Featuring everyone's favourite Christmas carols and the building of the creche as the Christmas story is told, this popular service is a great way to usher in the Christmas season in your family. Holy Eucharist/Communion is celebrated.

Wednesday, December 24th - 10:00 p.m. - Christmas Eve Traditional Candlelight Celebration of the Birth of Jesus

The traditional candlelight celebration begins and ends in the darkened church, with only candles to illuminate our worship.  This choral service features favourite Christmas carols, including Silent Night by candlelight. Holy Eucharist/Communion is celebrated.

Thursday, December 25th - 10:00 a.m. - Christmas Day Traditional Celebration of the Birth of Jesus

The traditional Christmas morning celebration is a little quieter than those of Christmas Eve.  In the stillness of a December morning, we gather to hear the story of Jesus' birth and sing Christmas carols.  Holy Eucharist/Communion is celebrated.

Sunday, December 28th - 10:00 a.m. - The First Sunday after Christmas

The week between Christmas Day and New Year's Day is always a little quieter around the church. On this Sunday, the 10:00 service in the church will feature a Christmas Carol sing starting at 9:45 and an adapted liturgy. The Open Circle Contemporary Service will worship as usual in the Guild Hall at 10:00. Holy Eucharist/Communion is celebrated.