Plans for Christmas Eve Worship:

  • 6:30 pm worship service broadcast from the sanctuary via Facebook live, with Carols, Scripture, Story and Special Music.
  • Christmas Eve Outdoor Candlelight Observance: 11:45 pm gathering in person and broadcasted via Facebook live
Hope Church 11:45pm Christmas Eve Outdoor Candlelight Observance

Thursday, December 24, 11:45pm-12midnight

The Consistory task force for coronavirus policy has developed a plan for a Christmas Eve outdoor gathering. A thoughtful effort has been made to follow effective practices to support safety, while experiencing together the spiritual nourishment of a shared Christmas observance.

  • Masks for all are REQUIRED, and masks must be kept on throughout the event including for singing.
  • Outdoor observance begins at 11:45pm. All must park in the Park Theater lot off of 10th Street (Hope Church lot entrances will be closed) or park along the street, and then walk as a household to the Hope Church parking lot.
  • People will be directed to stand in safely distanced household groups.
  • Bring your own candles and lighters!
  • The event will also be livestreamed on the Hope Church facebook page.
  • The outdoor observance will consist of candle lighting, singing Silent Night; a Christmas blessing; bells tolling; singing Joy to the World.
no restrooms will be available for this event