The Joy of Christmas (Sunday Morning Series)
Christmas is a season overflowing with joy. Not because of lights, gifts or traditions, but because of the good news that God has come near. Through the birth of Jesus, heaven’s joy pushed back earth’s sorrow. This four-week series explores four expressions of Christmas joy: the joy of anticipation, exaltation, invitation and revelation. From the ancient prophecies to the angels’ songs, from the genealogies to the manger, every part of the story points to this truth, true joy is found in Jesus. Join us on Sundays beginning November 30.
Advent Offering
Christian communities around the world celebrate Advent as a season of remembering and celebrating the arrival of Jesus on Earth. At Mt. Horeb, we choose to celebrate by taking a special offering to advance the kingdom of God. This year, our Advent offering will support a local and global church.
Globally, we will be helping to rebuild a church in India, led by our friend and former Pastoral Intern, Prasanth Bethu and his family. In the city where he lives, less than 5% of the population is Christian. By God’s grace, their church has grown to over 1500 people in worship. On May 31, their church was burned to the ground. We do not know who was behind it, but we feel confident that God has called us to help rebuild it.
Locally, we will bless Rehoboth Global Methodist Church in the Columbia area that is showing signs of growth and promise. By coming alongside this church, we can multiply mission and dramatically impact the vision and reach of this smaller church, expanding their capacity to reach people in the Columbia area. Acts 1:8 says, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
Please join us as we make an impact in Columbia, India and even to the ends of the earth. We will begin collecting the Advent Offering on November 30.
Christmas Musical
Join us at one of our four performances in the Auditorium:
Saturday, December 6 at 5:00 and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 7 at 9:00 and 10:45 AM
There will not be services in the Sanctuary as our worship teams are coming together to create a special experience to celebrate the Christmas season. You don’t want to miss this spectacular celebration. Mark your calendars now!
There will be nursery provided for children three years and under during the 5:00 PM, 9:00 AM and 10:45 AM services. Elementary aged kids are welcome to attend the Musical in the Auditorium.
High School Christmas Dance
Friday, December 12 | 6:00-8:00 PM
Lexington Chamber of Commerce | Cost: $20
Join us for a night of fun, food, music and Christmas joy! Bring your best dressed attire, friends and be prepared to dance the night away. The fun starts at 6 PM at the Lexington Chamber of Commerce. See you soon!
Classic Christmas Concert
Saturday, December 13 | 4:00 & 6:00 PM
Mt. Horeb Sanctuary
Mark your calendars! Mt. Horeb’s Traditional Worship team is hosting a Classic Christmas Concert on Saturday, December 13 at 4 & 6 PM. Your heart will be warmed and encouraged by familiar favorites presented by Mt. Horeb’s Choir, Orchestra, Handbells and kids! This free event does not require registration and is first come first served seating. Prepare to find yourself smiling, singing along, remembering Christmases gone by and worshipping the Child sent to save the world.
Middle School Christmas Party
Sunday, December 21 | 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Student Room
Middle Schoolers, join us for a Sunday School Christmas Party! All Middle School students are invited to celebrate the season with fun games, festive treats and a short Christmas devotion. It’s a great opportunity to build friendships and reflect on the joy of Christ’s birth.
Christmas Eve Services
Join us for one of our six services:
11:00 AM Traditional in the Sanctuary
2:00 PM Contemporary in the Auditorium
5:00 PM Contemporary in the Auditorium
7:00 PM Traditional in the Sanctuary
7:00 PM Contemporary in the Auditorium
9:00 PM Contemporary in the Auditorium
Communion will be served at the 11:00 AM service.
Childcare is provided for infants through 5 year olds, who are not yet attending kindergarten, during the 11:00, 2:00 and 5:00 PM services.
The 2:00, 5:00 and 7:00 PM services will also be available online for live viewing at mthorebchurch.org/live.