The advent season, a time for preparation and anticipation as we await the birth of the Christ Child, begins on Sunday, November 26, and ends on Christmas Day when we celebrate and rejoice the birth of the baby Jesus.
First United Methodist Church of Allen offers an extensive list of activities for the entire family, ranging from worship, concerts, crafts, and even a field trip. Our Holiday Challenge is in full-swing with many ways you can give back to others in need.
Adam Hamilton’s book about John the Baptist, Prepare the Way for the Lord, is available for purchase in Missions Cafe. If you are interested in reading along as we continue this Advent series, you can pick up a copy ($15) on Sunday morning. If you cannot be here on Sunday to get a copy, contact Adam Lubbers, AdamL@fumcallen.org.
Our full Advent/Christmas calendar below. Each event includes a link to our website where you can get all of the details as you plan and prep for this holiday season.
SUN Nov 26
First Sunday of Advent
Preparing The Way: A People Prepared For The Lord
Malachi 3:1, Luke 1:5-17
SUN NOV 26-SUN DEC 17
ADVENT STUDY
THE REDEMPTION OF SCROOGE
9:45AM
UPPER ROOM CHAPEL
FRI DEC 1
PJS & PIZZA
5:00pm-7:00PM
Children’s Wing
SUN DEC 3
SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
COMMUNION SUNDAY
PREPARING THE WAY: GOD IS GRACIOUS
Luke 1:57-66
8:30am & 11:00am
Sanctuary
SUN DEC 3
HOLIDAY AT THE ARBORETUM
6:00pm
DALLAS ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL GARDENS
Sun Dec 10
Third Sunday of Advent
PREPARING THE WAY: The Fruit of REpentance
Luke 1:80, 3:1-4, 7-8, 10-14
8:30am & 11:00am
Sanctuary
Sun Dec 10
CHRISTMAS Bake Sale
8:00am-12:30pm
Atrium
Sun Dec 10
MUSIC MINISTRY
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
4:30pm
Sanctuary
Wed Dec 13
aDVENT Craft Night: Gingerbread House
5:30pm-7:00PM
Atrium
Sun Dec 17
Fourth Sunday of Advent
PREPARING THE WAY: WITNESSES TESTIFYING TO THE LIGHT
John 1:1-14 Selected Verses
8:30am & 11:00am
Sanctuary
SUN DEC 17
CAROLS, COOKIES, AND COCOA
4:00PM
Fellowship Hall
SUN Dec 24
a FAMILY Christmas Eve
11:00Am
Sanctuary
Sunday School Classes Will Not Meet
SUN Dec 24
A TRADITIONAL Christmas Eve
6:00pm
Sanctuary
