Join Us in Worship
First Sunday of Advent: Sacrament of Communion
November 26 at 8:30 AM in the Chapel and 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary & online | Rev. Olivia Patterson, preaching
Begin the season with the lighting of the Advent candles and the celebration of Communion.
Second Sunday of Advent: A Service of Advent Lessons & Carols
December 3 at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary & online (Prelude begins at 10:45 AM)
We anticipate the celebration of Christ’s coming into the world with a service of Advent Lessons & Carols, led by choirs of adults, youth, children, and handbells. The 8:30 AM service in the Chapel is the traditional service at that time with Rev. Dr. Jacob Bolton, preaching.
Third Sunday of Advent: Welcoming New Members & Christmas Pageant
December 11 at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary & online | Rev. Dr. Larry Hayward, preaching
At the conclusion of the service, our children will tell the Christmas story. Elementary schoolers may sign up here to participate in the pageant. The 8:30 AM service in the Chapel is the traditional service at that time.
Fourth Sunday of Advent: Festival Sunday
December 18 at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary & online | Rev. Dr. Larry Hayward, preaching
Prelude with congregational singing begins 15 minutes prior to the service.
The Westminster Choir, Choristers, Ringers & Brass lead us in joyful celebration with Robert Shaw and Robert Russel Bennet’s suites of Christmas carols. The 8:30 AM service in the Chapel is the traditional service at that time.
Longest Night Service
Thursday, December 21 at 6:00 PM in Fellowship Hall | Led by Rev. Patrick Hunnicutt
On this longest night of the calendar year, we continue our Advent tradition of acknowledging that all is not merry and bright. Grief, pain and despair shroud our world in darkness, and yet, Christ’s light shall shine within and among us. Set in our newly refurbished Fellowship Hall, this service will honor that darkness and bear witness to that light, as we journey through the candlelit greenery of the Advent Spiral, a contemplative tradition that is better experienced than explained.
Christmas Eve Services
Sunday, December 24
At each of our services, proclaim the joy of our Savior’s birth by hearing the story of Christmas and singing familiar Christmas hymns, including “Silent Night” and “Joy to the World.” Children are welcome at all our services; the 4:00 PM service is our “family-friendliest” service.
8:30 AM in the Chapel
Rev. Larry Hayward, preaching
A traditional service featuring congregational singing and preaching.
11:00 AM in the Sanctuary & online
Rev. Patrick Hunnicutt, preaching
A traditional service featuring congregational singing and preaching. Childcare available in the nursery.
4:00 PM in the Sanctuary & online
Led by Rev. Jacob Bolton
A candlelight service with children and youth liturgists, interactive storytelling, and congregational singing.
8:00 PM in the Sanctuary & online
Rev. Larry Hayward, preaching
A candlelight service of Christmas Lessons & Carols with choir, string quartet and organ. A prelude will begin 15 minutes prior to the service.
11:00 PM in the Chapel
Rev. Olivia Patterson, preaching
A simple, quiet, and intimate candlelight service.
First Sunday after Christmas
Sunday, December 31 at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary & online | No 8:30 AM service
Rev. Patrick Hunnicutt, preaching
Join Us in Fellowship
Advent Devotional
Sundays in Advent at wpcadvent.com or pick up a paper copy at the church
Use this weekly devotional to prepare for the celebration of Christ’s coming into the world. Written by the staff and members of Westminster, experience Advent through scripture, art, and prayer.
Boxwood Workshop
Tuesday, November 28 & Wednesday, November 29 | 9:30 AM or 7:30 PM in Fellowship Hall
Come to one session or all four to make boxwood wreaths, centerpieces, tabletop trees, candlestick arrangements, kissing balls, and more. Extra materials, bows made to order. Email Madeline Ramsey at crafts@wpc-alex.org to reserve a place or with questions.
Join Us in Mission
Alternative Giving Bazaar
Sundays December 3 & 10 in Fellowship Hall following the 11:00 AM service
Share gifts with loved ones that help those in need and donate to the agencies and projects supported by our local, national and international missions committees, including the United Orphanage and Academy in Kenya. Make donations or purchase fair trade coffees, teas, and chocolate, items from Africa to support the UOA, and goods from many organizations including Together We Bake, Just Neighbors, and Community Coalition for Haiti. If you cannot attend in person, you may also participate online.
Christmas Flowers Mission Project
Make your dedication by Sunday, December 10
Honor or memorialize loved ones with a dedication to the Christmas Flowers Mission Project. In addition to providing flowers in the Sanctuary, donations will support the United Orphanage & Academy in Moi's Bridge, Kenya. No minimum/maximum donation required. Please mark your gift for “Christmas Flowers.”
Christmas Joy Offering
This PC(USA) Offering is shared by the Assistance Program of the Board of Pensions, which provides critical assistance to Presbyterian church workers and their families; and Presbyterian-affiliated racial ethnic schools and colleges, which enable students to develop their gifts and find their calling. Remember our support to these two vital services as we seek to honor every child of God this Christmas season. Please mark your gift for “Christmas Joy Offering.”
