Advent and Christmas

Though we are living differently these days, what remains consistent is the Hope, Peace, Joy and Love celebrated during Advent and Christmas. Our Worship Committee and Board have worked diligently to provide meaningful ways to celebrate this significant season. Our mission and outreach efforts this year focus on serving the homeless population, prison ministry, Sunnyside Ministries and our annual Angel Tree gifts for the children of Cleveland Avenue Homes. Please respond as you are led to the following opportunities to love your neighbor, either in the form of financial donations and/or actual items for collection.  

  • First Sunday in Advent, November 30-Overview of opportunities
  • Second Sunday in Advent, December 6-Forsyth Jail and Prison Ministry Cookie Drive
  • Third Sunday in Advent, December 13-City with Dwellings Amazon Wish List
  • Fourth Sunday in Advent, December 20-Angel Tree Gifts Collection for children who reside in Cleveland Avenue Homes
  • Christmas Eve-Financial donations split between Sunnyside Ministries and Crisis Control Ministry.

Event Schedule (at Fries, safely social distanced or Virtual)

Sunday, Dec. 6, 10:30am to 11:30amCollection of Cookies for Prison
Sunday, Dec. 20, 10:30am to 11:30amCollection of Angel Tree Gifts
Wednesday, Dec. 23, 5:00pm to 7:00pm – Lovefeast Box Pick-Up
There will be music and a fire pit (while observing safe COVID practices)
Thursday, Dec. 24, 10:00am to 2:00pm – Lovefeast Box Pick-Up
The Lovefeast Christmas Eve Service will be available for streaming and can be accessed at anytime for a few days.