Advent Worship Series: Out of Time — Sundays, 11:00 a.m.
Advent this year will look a little different! Our theme is Out of Time from Barn Geese Worship, and we are observing an expanded Advent, which for us began on November 12. The longer-than-usual Advent supports the lectionary texts and themes and helps us to fully embrace the preparation and anticipation of the season.
Choral Cantata — Sunday, December 3, 6:00 p.m.
The UCC Chancel Choir and chamber orchestra will be performing Taylor Scott Davis' Magnificat during worship. This 5-movement piece narrates the story of the Virgin Mary with energetic movements exclaiming gladness and honor as well as reflective movements focusing on both the joy and uncertainty Mary felt. All are welcome, so invite your loved ones to join us for this very special event!
Blue Christmas Service — Sunday, December 3, 6:00 p.m.
This will be similar to our Longest Night services from years past. In collaboration with Labyrinth, we will come together for a contemplative worship service where we will acknowledge our griefs and hopes and find God's comfort in silence, song, scripture, and candlelight. A soup supper will follow in the courtyard.
Fellowship Outing to Community First! Village of Lights, 5:30-9 p.m.
Join in on an all-church trip to Community First! Village of Lights and Christmas Market. The event is free, but tickets must be reserved ahead of time. After you get your ticket, please email the office to let us know you're attending; we will be coordinating carpools for anyone interested and also letting everyone know where our UCC meeting place will be at the event itself.
Micah 6 Volunteering & Donations
This Christmas season we will focus our seasonal generosity on Micah 6. In addition to weekly food donation collections, we will also volunteer at the Food Pantry together on Thursday, 12/14 from 4-8 p.m. and on Saturday, 12/30 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. If you’d like to volunteer, talk with Pastor Megan.
Christmas Brunch — Sunday, December 17, 9:30 a.m.
Join in for a potluck brunch! To sign up to bring a dish, contact the office.
Christmas Eve Worship — Sunday, December 24
Lessons & Carols Service, 11 a.m., Sanctuary
Christmas Eve Concert, 4 p.m., Sanctuary
Cookie Reception, 4:30 p.m., Narthex (refreshments & photos with the tree!)
Christmas Eve Worship, 5 p.m., Sanctuary
Advent Devotionals
Sign up for Advent devotionals that complement our seasonal worship theme, Out of Time. Email admin@ucc-austin.org to opt-in to receive these weekly devotionals.