Advent at Marble

Worship on Sundays at 11:00am

Services are in person and live-streamed here.

The music this holiday season, including the Concert, generously given by Lynda Packard in loving memory of her parents, John and Lynn Packard, and for the enjoyment of all to capture the magic of Christmas.

December 3
The Story of Christmas: "When Something Is Missing"
Dr. Michael Bos preaching

December 10
The Story of Christmas: "Trusting in the Unknown"
Dr. Elise Brown preaching

December 17
The Story of Christmas: "The Heart of It All"
Children & Youth Christmas Pageant

December 24
The Story of Christmas: "Nothing Is Impossible"
Dr. Michael Bos preaching

December 31
"Moving Forward"
Rev. Susanah Wade preaching

Christmas Eve Worship

Sunday, December 24, 6:30pm
"News That Moves You"
Meditation by Dr. Michael Bos. Music prelude for Brass, Choir, and Organ begins at 6:10pm.

Special Events

Operation Santa Letters – Coffee Hour
Sunday, December 3, 12:00-1:00pm, Labyrinth Room
Buddy and the Elves are back and need your help. While you wait for the concert, join us for cookies, cocoa, and opportunities to help Santa make Christmas morning wishes come true for children in need.

A Caroling We Go Concert & Carol Sing*
Sunday, December 3, 2:00pm, Sanctuary
Come join our musical celebration of the season with The Marble Choir directed by Michael T. C. Hey. Invite your friends!
Tickets: Suggested Donation

Artists’ Boutique
Sunday, December 10, 1:00-2:00pm, Labyrinth Room
Shop for special gifts created by some of Marble’s talented artists. Our artwork, jewelry, notecards, knitted items, books, ornaments and many one-of-a-kind handmade items are sure to delight.

Merry, Merry Marble
Sunday, December 17, 12:00-1:00pm, Labyrinth Room
Share the Christmas spirit as we sing Carols on 5th Avenue immediately after Worship, then decorate trees and wreaths to donate to those in need. Craft materials provided. Refreshments served. Fun for all ages!

Online Tea Time with Kim & Siobhan - Virtual Christmas Walk
Wednesday, December 20, 1:00-2:00pm on Zoom
Pull up a comfy chair, grab a cup of something warm, and join us for our annual Christmas walk. Register online by December 19.

Sundays Before Worship

10:00 O’Clock Hour
In Person & Online
Waiting with Hope - Advent Reflections on the Power of Waiting
December 3: Rev. Susanah Wade
December 10: Dr. Michael Bos
December 17: Dr. Elise Brown

Christmas Presence with Dr. Julie Faith Parker
December 24: Magnificent Mary
December 31: Joseph and Jesus

Prayer Circle at 10:00am
In Person & on Zoom
Our weekly time of prayer and music. The Circle is always open – all you need is a willing heart. Please note, not meeting December 24 & 31.

Advent Online

Annual Advent Blog: A Season of Writing Letters
December 3 - December 24
Inspired by the book i hope you will know by Jaren Ahlmann, this year’s blog is an inter-generational letter-writing campaign offered during this season of hopeful expectation and features entries from the Marble community. MarbleWomen.com

Online Advent Calendar
December 3 - December 24
Opening the doors of an Advent Calendar each day and finding a surprise waiting makes the anticipation of Christmas a little easier to bear. In that spirit, we hope you join us on social media as we spread a little joy through our online version. The surprises will be sweet and will bless more than just ourselves.