Advent Sermon Series
From Generation to Generation: This Advent, we’ll reflect on how God’s story continues to unfold through every generation—past, present, and future. The word generation comes from gen, meaning “birth” or “origin,” reminding us that God is always bringing new life into being. As we honor the faith and witness that shaped us, we also look ahead to the seeds of hope and love we are planting for those yet to come. Together, we belong to one great story of grace that keeps growing through time.
Christmas Poinsettias
Poinsettias can be ordered by completing the order form on the back and visiting one of the tables in the Welcome Center or on the bridge after services on Sunday, November 30 and Sunday, December 7, or mailing it to the church.
Christmas Festival Choir
Christmas Festival Choir Opportunity! Do you like to sing but can't commit to singing for rehearsals and worship every week? YOU are all welcome to join the Festival Choir!
Christmas Pop-Up Shop
Stop by Holy Grounds on Sunday, December 7 to find some great Christmas gifts and goodies at our Holiday Pop-up Shop. Open extended hours from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. There will be special treats and drinks too!
A Celtic Christmas with Emmet Cahill
Monday, December 8, 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary
World acclaimed Irish Tenor, Emmet Cahill, hails from Mullingar, Ireland, and is the lead singer with PBS phenomenon Celtic Thunder. He will be accompanied by Pianist Seamus Brett with featured performances by the First United Methodist Church of Marietta’s Chancel Choir and the new Glatter-Götz Pipe Organ. This Christmas concert will include stunning renditions of your favorite Christmas carols and sing-a-longs for the entire audience.
Nursery Staff will provide childcare for children ages 8 weeks to 5 years old. Please pre-register your child(ren) here.
Young Adult Christmas Dinner
Join us on Friday, December 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the Lower Room (Building C) for a dinner party for returning college students and young adults to fellowship, eat, and hear the vision for the young adult ministry moving forward.
SAM Christmas Luncheon
Join us for a festive Senior Adult Ministry Christmas Luncheon on Wednesday, December 17 at 12:00 p.m. at the home of Jane Cooley. Enjoy a delicious meal, warm fellowship, and plenty of holiday cheer in a welcoming setting. Guests are invited to bring a dessert to share—a perfect chance to show off your favorite holiday recipe!
REGISTER HERE by December 15.
Christmas Angels
Be a Christmas Angel This Holiday Season! Help bring joy and warmth to families in your community this Christmas! There are three meaningful ways you can make a difference:Your kindness can create lasting memories and brighten the holiday season for those who need it most. Get involved today — whether by sponsoring, donating, or volunteering, your support will make this Christmas truly special.
Ways to Help:
1. Sponsor a Child
2. Make a Financial Donation
3. Volunteer on Delivery Day
Lessons and Carols
Join us December 14 at the 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. worship services for a service of scripture and song led by members of all ages from the Music Ministry. Each service tells the story of the Nativity through a series of scripture readings from the Old and New Testaments, interspersed with beloved carols and anthems.
Power 45 Christmas Party
We hope all of our 4th and 5th graders can join us on Sunday, December 14 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. for our Christmas Progressive Dinner! We will be meeting at the Welcome Center and then taking buses to different houses for our various courses.
Birthday Party for Jesus
Join us in the Fuse Box during the Sunday services on December 21 for Jesus' birthday celebration!! We'll sing Happy Birthday, enjoy some cake, and play some festive Christmas games and activities.
No registration required.
The Longest Night: A Service of Reflection
You are warmly invited to gather with us on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. for a gentle, contemplative service for those among us who are carrying the silent burdens of the heart during the holiday season. Come as you are and rest in the healing presence of Christ, who meets us even in our darkest nights.
2025 Jingle Jammies
Join us for Jingle Jammies on Monday, December 22 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.! Whether you’re looking for a little time to holiday shop, prepare for Christmas, or just want to have a moment to yourself during this busy season, this will give you a few hours away while the kiddos start break.
REGISTER HERE by December 17.
Christmas Eve Services
Christmas Eve services will be Wednesday, December 24: Children’s Nativity Service at 3:00 p.m. and Candlelight Communion Services at 4:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., & 11:00 p.m. We can’t wait to see you there!
Nursery will be available for the 3:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. services.
One Worship Service: December 28
We will have one worship service 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary! Join us as we continue with the Christmas spirit, singing and proclaiming the good news of Jesus’ birth.