Advent

Music Events
December 7, 12pm
FRIDAYS@FIRST: An Advent Concert Series
Dr. Joseph Causby, concert organist
 
December 14, 12pm
FRIDAYS@FIRST: An Advent Concert Series
Chamber Music from Myers Park UMC
 
December 21, 12pm
FRIDAYS@FIRST: An Advent Concert Series
Lee Street Theater Cabaret Singers

December 16, 5pm
A FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS
Join us for this annual tradition which welcomes the community each year.  The choirs of First Church are joined by guests from various non-profit agencies to share glad tidings through Scripture and music.  A prelude of music begins at 4:30pm.  Early arrival is encouraged.

Children and Youth 
December 10, 9:45am
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS JOY CELEBRATION!
We begin with a service led by our children in the Sanctuary and then conclude with the creation of Gingerbread Houses in the fellowship hall.  Contact Bailee Weisensel, Director of Children's Ministries. 
 
December 16, 6:30 pm
SALISBURY YOUTH & CLUB 45 CHRISTMAS PARTIES
All students 4-12 grade are invited join us for a fun-filled evening of laughter and great fellowship! Salisbury Youth and Club 45 will both be hosting Christmas parties on this night, We will begin with dinner together then divide into groups for Christmas fun. Expect holiday treats and reindeer games!
Contact Jenni Fogt, Director of Youth Ministries.


Adult Discipleship and Care
December 2, 10:00-2:00pm, FELLOWSHIP HALL
SIGNS OF THE SEASON
Join us for an intergenerational Advent Day Apart on Saturday, December 2 from 10-2!
Sign up with Rev. Stacey Lundy.

December 19, 6:00-7:00pm, CHAPEL
SERVICE OF WHOLENESS AND HEALING
Advent and Christmas are seasons of “joy to the world,” but when we are experiencing grief and struggle or dealing with other losses in our lives, this time of year can be difficult, or even lonely.  If this describes you or someone you know, we invite you to come to this special worship service on Wednesday, December 19 at 6:o0pm.  We gather in the Chapel to light candles, pray, and receive the gift of this Savior who comes to shine light in the darkness.
Please enter from Bank Street or Church Street by the playground.

Christmas Eve

Paper Bag Pageant  |  4:00pm
A walk through the Christmas Story told through the witnesses of God's Creation

Candlelight Services |  7:00pm and 11:00pm
With Holy Communion