Advent

Music Events
December 1, 12pm
FRIDAYS@FIRST: An Advent Concert Series
Prayers and Alleluias: A Concert for World AIDS Day
 
December 8, 12pm
FRIDAYS@FIRST: An Advent Concert Series
My Soul Doth Magnify: Carols and Spirituals for the Christ Child
Teresa Moore-Mitchell, Soprano
Matthew Michael Brown, Pianist
 
December 15, 12pm
FRIDAYS@FIRST: An Advent Concert Series
Chamber Music for Viola and Piano
Christina Placilla, Viola
Gregory Thompson, Pianist
 
December 17, 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 gusts 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 
November 29, 5:30-7:00pm
ADVENT FESTIVAL AND TREE TRIMMING
Join us for Midweek at First, as we decorate the Fellowship Hall and offer meaningful opportunities for families with young children.  Contact Rev. Abby Hedgecock, Children's Ministries Consultant. 

December 6, 5:30-7:00pm
YOUTH CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION!
Join us for Midweek at First as our youth share a meaningful program featuring their varied skills and talents. Contact Jenni Fogt, Director of Youth Ministries if you would like to participate.
 
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 Rev. Abby Hedgecock, Children's Ministries Consultant. 
 
December 10, 5:30-7:30pm
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!


Adult Discipleship and Care
ADVENT BOOK STUDY
Join others in a weekly small group study, meeting at various times and locations throughout the week.  Sign up with Rev. Stacey Lundy.

December 20, 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 20 at 6:opm.  We gather in the Chapel to light candles, pray, and receive the gift of this Savior who comes to shine light in the darkness.

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 at 11:00pm
With Holy Communion