Christmas

You are welcome at Herndon UMC for Christmas! From the Family Advent Celebration to celebrating Epiphany with the music of “Amahl and the Night Visitors” and especially for worship on Christmas Eve, join us in exploring the hope, peace, joy, love and light of the season.

The Longest Night | Dec 21

The Longest Night | Dec 21

A Christmas Service of Grief, Remembrance & Grace — Wednesday, 12/21 at 7:30 pm. This service acknowledges the space that grief leaves in our heart while simultaneously remembering that we worship a God who is with us in the darkest of times. In person and on YouTube.

Christmas Morning Worship (Online) | Dec 25

Christmas Morning Worship (Online) | Dec 25

Worship from home or from wherever you find yourself on Christmas morning. This video only worship service will premiere at 10 am and be available anytime thereafter on youtube.com/herndonumc.

Poinsettia Dedications | Due Dec 21

Poinsettia Dedications | Due Dec 21

Share in the poinsettia celebration this Advent season by making a contribution in memory or in honor of a loved one of friend. A special listing of donors will be available on Christmas Eve.

Amahl and the Night Visitors | Jan 7 & 8

Amahl and the Night Visitors | Jan 7 & 8

Save the dates 1/7 & 1/8 to celebrate Epiphany with Herndon UMC! There will be three presentations of “Amahl and the Night Visitors” with Epiphany activities for all ages. Admission is free (donations gladly accepted)! Learn more here!

Christmas Benefit Concert | Dec 10

Christmas Benefit Concert | Dec 10

HHS Madrigals and students from HHS and HMS instrumental groups will perform a benefit concert in the Herndon UMC Sanctuary. The concert is free. Donations to support a Rise Against Hunger food packing event at Herndon High School in the Spring of 2023 will be gratefully accepted.

Christmas Orchestra | Dec 18

Christmas Orchestra | Dec 18

It’s not too late to sign up! Music is now available. Middle and high school instrumentalists along with adults from the community provide Christmas music for the 10am worship service. Click to learn more. Donations for Rise Against Hunger will be collected during the service, as well.

Make Your Own Advent Wreath | Nov 20

Make Your Own Advent Wreath | Nov 20

Stay after 10 am worship to make an Advent Wreath for your home or for a friend or neighbor! There will be hot chocolate, Christmas music, and warm company while crafting. Bring greens to share and drop them off in the Fellowship Hall before worship. Helpers wanted for set-up too!