This service is a time-honored tradition in the Christian faith, and it is a way for us to come together as a community to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and to remember the love and hope that he brings to the world. During the service, we will hear a series of readings from the Bible, known as "lessons," which tell the story of the birth of Jesus and the events leading up to it. These readi...

On this quiet night, we come together to celebrate the Light of the World. Jesus Christ, Emmanuel—God with us! His birth brings hope and joy to everyone. The light of Jesus shines in the darkness, and it will never go out. Tonight, we say with joy: Jesus is born!...

Bethlehem was called “little” by the prophet Micah who recognized that something of great worth would come from a humble place. As a champion of the “least of these,” Jesus’ ministry would shine light on the worth of humble people and places. Let us ask, how will we show this kind of humble love to others?...

Whoever you are, wherever you come from, we warmly welcome you to this Blue Christmas service. While the rest of the world seems to be celebrating the joyous occasion, we come to the manger realizing this not a time of joy for everyone. Our feelings of loneliness and loss can overwhelm while our hearts cry out: “Help us be strong; help us.” I invite each of you this evening not to hide or suppress...

Mary’s joy was not limited by the improbability that such a thing could happen in Nazareth. In this simple, tight-knit community of limited resources–a place where survival required interdependence with your neighbors–Jesus would be raised and grow into the teacher he became. This week, we wonder: what joy can we glean from the simplest of moments, the simplest of gifts, allowing ourselves to savo...