CHRISTMAS SEASON EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

The Christmas season at Mt. Carmel brings opportunities to celebrate, reflect, and share with others. From the music of our choir and the joy of children's celebrations to holiday gatherings, giving to our neighbors, and quiet moments of worship, there are many ways to experience the spirit of Christmas. We invite you to join us for any of the celebrations described here.

Angel Tree

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm
Room: Fellowship Hall
Coordinator: Marianne Thompson
Coordinator Email: mmedlock17@gmail.com

Help make Christmas a little merrier for local children! Stop by the Angel Tree in the Fellowship Hall starting on November 15, choose a gift to purchase, and help share the joy of the season with families in our community. Please return all gifts by December 2.

Choir Christmas Program

Sunday, December 13, 2026, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Room: Church Sanctuary
Coordinator: Keith Phillips
Coordinator Email: keith.music1@icloud.com

Join us for a special Christmas celebration as our wonderful Mt. Carmel choir presents a program of seasonal music. Our choir enriches our worship throughout the year, and we look forward to an especially meaningful and memorable musical celebration of Christmas.

Down Home Holiday

Sunday, December 20, 2026, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Room: Fellowship Hall

Join us for Mt. Carmel's Down Home Holiday, a festive Christmas celebration filled with music, fellowship, and holiday cheer! Enjoy a covered-dish lunch, a visit from Santa, and games and activities for the kids. Bring a favorite dish to share and celebrate the season with friends, family, and neighbors. All are welcome!

Christmas Eve Service

Thursday, December 24, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Room: Church Sanctuary

Join us at Mt. Carmel for our Christmas Eve Service on Thursday, December 24, from 5:00–6:00 p.m. Gather with family, friends, and neighbors for a special evening of worship, Christmas music, and reflection as we celebrate the birth of Christ. Together, we'll share in the warmth, peace, and light of this holy night. All are welcome!

Christmas Wreath Making

Sunday, November 22, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Room: Youth Hall
Coordinator: Emily Thompson
Coordinator Email: emily.mtcarmel@gmail.com

Get into the holiday spirit with a little Christmas creativity! Join us for a festive wreath-making activity and enjoy time together as we prepare for the season. Come share in the fun and create something special to celebrate Christmas!

Children's Christmas Pageant

Sunday, December 20, 2026, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Room: Church Sanctuary

Join us at Mt. Carmel for our Children's Christmas Pageant on Sunday, December 20, from 10:00–11:00 a.m.! Celebrate the joy and wonder of Christmas as our children share the story of Christ's birth through this special holiday tradition. Bring the whole family and stay afterward for our Down Home Holiday celebration, featuring music, a covered-dish lunch, Santa, and games for the kids!

Longest Night Service

Monday, December 21, 2026, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Room: Church Sanctuary

While the Christmas season is often filled with joy and celebration, it can also be a time of quiet reflection and mixed emotions. On the longest night of the year, as the darkness begins to give way to returning light, we invite you to join us for a peaceful, contemplative service offering a moment of stillness, comfort, and hope amid the holiday season.