Advent/Christmas 2025
WHAT DO YOU FEAR?
What Do You Fear? Introducing the theme:
Luke’s Gospel begins the story of Jesus with this opening line: “In the time of Herod…” This detail may seem minor to modern readers, however, it reveals layers of information about the fearful world Jesus entered, one filled with rampant oppression, economic disparity, uncertainty, and instability. A world not so unlike our own. And yet, throughout the stories of Christ’s birth, we hear the whispers of angels delivering a surprising message: “Do not fear.”
In our own time, we might ask: is it even possible to be fearless in a fearful world? When Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the magi are each called into God’s redemptive story, they do not deny their fears—they move through them. They ask questions, hold fast to courage, trust in good news, and say, “Here I am, Lord.” When we find ourselves in fearful times, can we acknowledge our fears while also insisting on hope?
Christmas Eve Worship
In Christmas Eve worship at MCC we’ll sing familiar carols, hear an old story of God’s love being born in this world, and light candles to guide us through the night.
5:00 Service: This 45-50 Minute service features strings, a Christmas message for the whole family, and traditional candle lighting.
7:30 Service: This 60 minute service features strings, your favorite carols, our full Christmas Choir, a Christmas message of hope, and traditional candle lighting.
Youth Christmas Party
The middle school and high school youth groups are invited to gather together for a combined youth group Christmas Party, featuring a hot chocolate bar.
Longest Night Service
The season isn't always merry and bright. All are welcome to this quiet service of prayer and healing as we acknowledge our weariness and commit once again to holding light with and for one another. Bring your grief and your doubts and know you are not alone.
Christmas Pageant
The children and youth of MCC invite you to this year’s Christmas Pageant during worship on December 14.
Come here the traditional story of the season told in a new way.
Advent Connection Groups
Joining a Connection Group is a chance to go deeper in faith, practice, and community during a holy and hectic season. If you’ve been wanting a way to grow in your faith or connect with MCC folks in new ways, this is your chance!
There are seven groups this season, at various times on Sundays and Thursdays. Sign up at middletonucc.org/register