Advent, Christmas, Epiphany Schedule 2023-24


Children’s Advent Festival, Saturday, December 2, 1:00 p.m. (Fellowship Hall)                          

A special event for children to welcome in the Advent season and make crafts.

Advent 1, Sunday, December 3, 10:50 a.m.  (In Person & Zoom)

Risking Presence—Repentance Hanging of the Greens 

Advent 2, Sunday, December 10, 10:50 a.m.  (In Person & Zoom)

Risking Presence—Hope

Advent 3, Sunday, December 17, 10:50 a.m. (In Person & Zoom) 

Risking Presence—Love

Moravian Love Feast, December 17, 6:00 p.m. (In Person Only) 

An Oakhurst tradition since 1979, this simple service includes carols, music offerings, candle lighting and  baked love buns. The service is designed to include children. 

Longest Night/ Blue Christmas Service, Thursday, December 21, 6:00 p.m. (In Person Only) 

For some, this is a season that brings grief, loneliness, and darkness that cannot find light. Blue Christmas is a service of comfort. Those seeking comfort as well as those wanting to be a supportive presence are welcome. 

Advent 4, Sunday, December 24, 10:50 a.m. (In Person & Zoom)

Risking Presence—Peace Lessons and Carols 

Candlelight Christmas Eve Service, December 24, 6:00 p.m. (In Person & Zoom) 

Risking Presence —Joy : A quiet service of scripture, carols, and communion, concluding with a circle of candlelight. The service is  designed to include children. 

Christmas 1, Sunday, December 31, 10:50 a.m. (In Person & Zoom) 

Epiphany, Sunday, January 7, 10:50 a.m. (In Person & Zoom) — Breaking up Christmas