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Christmas at MDUMC

Advent Season Calendar

Join us in celebrating the birth of Christ through worship, concerts, and more!

 

Join the Christmas Eve Team

We rely on our amazing volunteers here at MDUMC, and we would love for you to be a part of our Christmas Eve services. Your support makes all the difference in helping us celebrate the birth of Christ in a spectacular way together. 

 

Livestream the Noel Christmas Concert

Can’t join in person? Tune in at 6:30 PM on Sunday, December 15 to watch the MDUMC Music Ministry’s Noel Christmas Concert. You don’t want to miss it!

 

Reflect With the Advent Devotional

Pick up a copy on Sunday mornings or view a digital version of the Advent Devotional here. This devotional complements our Advent series, Songs of the Season, guiding us in preparing our hearts to celebrate the birth of Christ.

 
 
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 What’s happening this advent?

We hope you’ll join us for these upcoming opportunities to celebrate the Christmas season.

Older Adult Ministry Advent Luncheon

A festive luncheon for the Older Adult Ministry with a delicious meal and special holiday music by Ken Ballard, Director of Contemporary Worship.
December 12 | 12 PM | Main Campus Wesley Hall

Christmas Concert

We are delighted to invite you and your family our annual Christmas Concert, celebrating the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. This concert will include the Chancel Choir, the MDUMC Orchestra, the Agape Singers Youth Choir, celebration ringers and the Journey Band.  Experience the joy and wonder of the Christmas spirit through beautiful music and heartfelt worship.
December 15 | 6:30 PM | Main Campus Sanctuary

Live Nativity

A retelling of the birth of Christ by the MDUMC youth ministry. Join us for this free live-action event.
December 16 | 5:30, 6, & 6:30 PM | Main Campus Gym

Travelers’ Eve Worship

A blended Christmas Eve Worship with contemporary and classic elements for those heading out of town.
December 18 | 6:30 PM | Main Campus Sanctuary

Service of the Longest Night

A quiet service of prayer for those who need healing during this season.
December 22 | 6:30 PM | Main Campus Sanctuary


Christmas Eve Worship

Services of Candle lighting and Communion
Children’s Service | 11 AM | West Campus Journey Worship Center
Contemporary Worship | 2, 4, & 6 PM | West Campus Journey Worship Center
Classic Worship | 3, 5, & 11 PM | Main Campus Sanctuary

 
 

Sunday, December 15 | 6:30 PM

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Join us in spreading the hope of the Christmas season!
Donations are requested back on Sunday, December 8.

 

Donate a new, unwrapped toy for Memorial Assistance Ministries’ Christmas Share program. Bring toys to either campus, or purchase directly from the Amazon wish list.

Adopt a Family and purchase needed and wanted items off their family wishlist. To participate, fill out the online form below, and you will be contacted with more information.

Purchase a $25 Target or Wal-Mart gift card for teachers at Thornwood and Hollibrook Elementary schools. Bring giftcards to either campus.

All Christmas donations are due to MDUMC by Sunday, December 8

Christmas Poinsettias

You’re invited to order a poinsettia in honor or memory of a loved one to help decorate for Advent. They will be in our worship spaces starting with Travelers' Eve Worship (December 18) through Christmas Eve. If you’re planning to attend Christmas Eve worship, you are welcome to take your poinsettia with you after the last service. Thank you!

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