This Holiday Season, gather with us, serve with us, and celebrate with us!
Saturday, December 1
Salvation Army Bell Ringing & Singing
Join Messiah members and friends singing and bell ringing at Cub Foods, 3550 Vicksburg Ln N, Plymouth, 11 am-1 pm to benefit the Salvation Army. Bring your neighbors, kids, pets & smiles – all ages welcome! Contact Joy Ann with questions.
City of Lakes Christmas Concert
City of Lakes Chorus presents Ringing in the Holidays at 3 pm in our sanctuary. Featuring festive and fun music a cappella style, the sounds of lush four-part harmony will warm your heart and prepare you for the Holiday season. With special guest Vocality Quartet. Admission: $18 Adults and $10 Children (12 and under).
Sunday, December 2
Advent Week 1 & Communion: “Hope: Into the Wilderness”
Recalling the message of Isaiah, John identifies himself as a “voice crying in the wilderness.” Jesus was sent from the waters of baptism into the wilderness. The Christmas story is a message for those who live in the wilderness. The wilderness is very much with us in 2018. But, we are not alone.
8:45 am — Traditions Worship Service*
10:30 am — Journey Worship Service*
Saturday, December 8
Feed My Starving Children
Join Messiah members and friends to pack food for starving children around the world at Feed My Starving Children, 18732 Lake Dr E, Chanhassen, 9-11 am or 11:30 am-1:30 pm. Ages 5 and up. Contact Melanie with questions.
Here We Come a-Caroling
Join your Messiah friends at 6 pm for caroling through Maple Grove neighborhoods. We’ll sing familiar carols and hand out invitations to the Living Nativity. Great for couples, families and friends. Email Joy Ann for more details.
Sunday, December 9
Advent Week 2: “Peace: Courage to Stand”
Jesus would come into the world to fulfill the proclamation made by the prophet Isaiah. His mission is as needed today as two thousand years ago. What would it mean for us to stand with Jesus. It is a stand for justice.
8:45 am — Traditions Worship Service*
10:30 am — Journey Worship Service*
Tuesday, December 11
Second Harvest Heartland
Two dates have been scheduled for Messiah members and friends to serve at Second Harvest Heartland, 7101 Winnetka Ave N, Brooklyn Park in December. Join us on Tuesday, December 11, 6-8 pm or Saturday, December 29, 12:30-2:30 pm to measure, label and pack produce or rice. Ages 8 and up. Contact Linda with questions.
Sunday, December 16
Advent Week 3: “Joy: Accept the Promise”
Mary was given a promise, and she accepted that promise. She would find herself in the wilderness as she welcome her child and watched him fulfill his calling. Does Christmas ask of us what it asked of Mary 2000 years ago?
8:45 am — Traditions Worship Service*
10:30 am — Journey Worship Service*
Outdoor Living Nativity°
From 5-6 pm, at your own pace, we welcome the community to experience the story of Jesus’ birth with costumed actors, live animals, a light dinner, entertainment, activities for kids, an opportunity to assemble a health kit, and more — all for FREE! Start in Messiah’s parking lot, then head inside to warm up. Invite a friend or neighbor to experience the story!
Pre-Christmas Eve Candlelight Pageant & Family Worship Service°
Following the Living Nativity, attend an early Christmas Eve Worship in the sanctuary at 6 pm. Celebrate the story of Jesus’ birth with carols and the Christmas story depicted by Messiah’s kids and a live baby Jesus! (Music begins at 5:30 pm).
Christmas Eve Worship Schedule
Wednesday, December 19
Jesus’ Birthday Party
Messiah Kids & friends are invited, 6:30-7:45 pm, to celebrate the arrival of Baby Jesus. Treats & games will be provided but please bring a small wrapped gift (no more than $5) appropriate for either a boy or girl to exchange.
Friday, December 21
A Service of Healing & Hope
The gaiety of the season has a way of emphasizing some of our own day-to-day struggles with grief, depression, anxiety, and fear. Join us at 7 pm for a candlelight service of comfort, hope and healing with music that lifts the soul, prayer that cheers, and solitude that soothes. Invite a friend or slip in alone. All are welcome.
Sunday, December 23
Advent Week 4: “Love: Belonging”
To belong is to discover who you truly are. When the shepherds found “Christ the Lord” they didn’t just see a baby, in the face of God they saw themselves as God meant them to be. Strangers no more. Hold hands. You belong.
8:45 am — Traditions Worship Service*
10:30 am — Journey Worship Service*
Christmas Eve Eve Service*°
A Traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight service at 7 pm with organ and choir celebrating the birth of Jesus. Carols you love and special music make this service complete. (Music begins at 6:45 pm).
Christmas Eve Worship Schedule
Monday, December 24
“A Love Story” – What is Christmas really about? It is Jesus’ birthday, but the gift was given for you. And it is the greatest love story ever.
4 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Pageant & Family Worship Service
Celebrate the story of the birth of Jesus with organ-led carols and the Christmas story depicted by Messiah’s kids and a live baby Jesus! (Music begins at 3:30 pm).
9 pm Christmas Eve Traditional Candlelight Service*
Choir and organ lead us in celebrating the birth of Jesus with candles and Silent Night. (Music begins at 8:45 pm).
Christmas Eve Worship Schedule
Saturday, December 29
Second Harvest Heartland
Serve at Second Harvest Heartland, 7101 Winnetka Ave N, Brooklyn Park. Join us from 12:30-2:30 pm to measure, label and pack produce or rice. Ages 8 and up. Contact Linda with questions.
Sunday, December 30
New Year’s Eve Services: “Honor”
A light in the night sky signaled the arrival of “the newborn king of the Jews.” Whenever we allow that light to shine in us and through us, we honor him.
8:45 am — Traditions Worship Service*
10:30 am — Journey Worship Service*
* Live Streamed Service
° American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreted.
An ASL Interpreter is available for any worship service or special event upon request. Please email Joy Ann or call our office at (763) 473-6968 ext 113 at least 5 days prior so that we may accommodate your needs.
