Advent and Christmas at Parkwood United Methodist Church
Sunday, November 29th 11:00 am – Hanging of the Greens
On The first Sunday in Advent the sanctuary is decorated during the Hanging of the Greens ceremony. The lighting of the altar and Advent candles, hanging wreaths and garlands, placing holly and cedar branches and poinsettias, placing the Nativity and the meaning and lighting of the Chrismon tree are explained while members of the congregation perform the activities. The ceremony is followed with a communion service.
Sunday, December 6th 11:00 am Moravian Love Feast
On the second Sunday we incorporate a Moravian Love Feast in our morning worship. A Love Feast is a service of song during which a simple meal of buns and coffee are served. The buns and coffee are carried in baskets and trays by “Dieners”, or servers, while the choir, congregation and other musicians sing and perform hymns and carols. This is a simple, devout service that has great significance in the Moravian church and has been adopted by churches of other denominations.
Sunday, December 13th 11:00 am – Choir Cantata
The third Sunday of Advent is our Choral Cantata Sunday, during which our choir performs.
Saturday, December 19th 5:00 pm – Los Posadas Service
Join us for a simple service remembering the Holy Family’s search for shelter and a celebration of the Nativity. The service will begin outside as we join Mary and Joseph, Weary from travel, as they seek a place to stay from the innkeeper. Once invited inside, we will hear and see the story of the Nativity and celebrate the birth of Christ with cakes, snacks, and music. Children are especially welcome and will participate as magi and angels.
Sunday, December 20st 11:00 am – Ceremony of Lessons and Carols
We celebrate the Festival of Lessons and Carols on the fourth Sunday of Advent. This service includes congregational participation in reading of the lessons and the singing of the hymns and carols.
Thursday, December 24th 7:00 pm – Christmas Eve Service
Join us for a candlelight communion service.
