Join us Christmas Eve at 5 pm or 8 pm

Rev. Marci Auld Glass • December 22, 2021

Join us for Christmas Eve at Calvary! We are live and in-person with masks and vaccination required for all.


Our Advent journey has led us to this moment when the light shining through the closed doors of life becomes an open door to new possibilities and new relationships. Welcome! On this Christmas Eve, we declare that The Inn is open to house the holy with room enough for all!

 

Friday, December 24 at 5 pm will be our family-friendly Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with a homily by Rev. Marci Glass, followed by carols on the front steps.

 

At 8 pm will be our traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, homily by Rev. Marci Glass, followed by carols on the front steps.

 

Childcare will be available at both services.

 

 

Please note: Proof of vaccination must be shown at the door for these services of worship.
The worship services will be livestreamed on our Facebook page and YouTube channel.

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