Advent and Christmas

Advent Songs

While January 1 marks the beginning of a new year, the Church’s calendar is organized by a different story. It begins with the season of Advent - the four weeks prior to Christmas Day. Latin for “coming,” Advent is a season of waiting when we both remember Jesus’ first coming and expectantly wait for his second coming.

This Advent, join us as we joyfully celebrate the Christmas season with Advent Songs - the songs of trust, faith, peace, hope, and humility.

With familiar carols and the nativity story, our special services during the seasons of Advent and Christmas make for a great opportunity to invite a friend or neighbor who may not attend church regularly or at all. Find all details below for this year’s special Lessons & Carols and Christmas Eve services.

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Worship Service Schedule 2024

Sunday, December 1

The Song of Trust
Regular worship service
In-person and online
Service time: 10:30am at Temple Israel

Sunday, December 8

The Song of Faith
Regular worship service
In-person and online
Service time: 10:30am at Temple Israel

Sunday, December 15

The Song of Peace
Lessons & Carols service
In-person and online
Service time: 10:30am* at Temple Israel
Hear the Christmas story with scripture readings and classical music featuring an orchestra conducted by Music Director Miriam Burns.
*Nursery and Pre-K classes as usual. No Elementary classes offered. Elementary children are welcome to worship with their families in the sanctuary.

Sunday, December 22

The Song of Hope
Regular worship services
In-person and online
Service times at our new building:
10:30am - classical
5pm - contemporary

Tuesday, December 24

Christmas Homily
Christmas Eve service
In-person and online
Service time: 5pm* at our new building
Join us for the Christmas story and contemporary Christmas songs with our praise team led by Music Director Rozz Morehead-Strebe.
*Limited nursery and preschool classes. No Elementary classes offered. Children are welcome to worship with their families in the sanctuary.

Sunday, December 29

The Song of Humility
Regular worship services
In-person and online
Service times at our new building:
10:30am* - classical
5pm* - contemporary
*Limited nursery and preschool classes. No Elementary classes offered. Children are welcome to worship with their families in the sanctuary.

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