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.
Dr. Michael Bos preaching
November 29
The Courage of Advent: "The Courage to Wait"
December 6
The Courage of Advent: "The Courage to Trust"
December 13
The Courage of Advent: “The Courage to Sing”
December 20
The Courage of Advent: "The Courage to Welcome"
Children & Youth Christmas Pageant: “So There We Were...”
December 27
“Carols & Meditations "
Christmas Eve Worship
Thurssday, December 24, 6:30pm
"A Future Begins Here "
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 6 – 12:00-1:00pm, Sanctuary
Buddy the Elf is back and needs your help. Join us for opportunities to help Santa make Christmas morning wishes come true for children in need. Monetary donations also welcome or by check indicating “Santa Letter.” Thanks for your ongoing support.
Artists’ Boutique
Sunday, December 6 – 12:00-2:00pm, Labyrinth Room
Shop for unique gifts created by some of Marble’s talented artists. Past offerings have included jewelry, notecards, wood crafts, ceramics, books, photography, knitted items, ornaments, and more.
Merry, Merry Marble
Sunday, December 13 – 12:00-1:00pm, Labyrinth Room
All ages are invited to decorate trees and wreaths to be blessed and donated to our homebound members and those settling into more permanent housing. Craft materials provided. Refreshments served.
A Marble Christmas Concert: Star of Wonder
Sunday, December 13 – 2:00pm, Sanctuary
Director of Music Michael T. C. Hey invites you to our musical celebration of the season with The Marble Choir, Festival Choir and Marble Community Gospel Choir, featuring Simon Jones, narrator, and a newly-commissioned choral work by Nahre Sol. Invite your friends!
Admission: $20. Save $5 when you register online by December 11; pick up tickets at Will Call before the concert.
Online Christmas Tea Time
Wednesday, December 16 – 1:00-2:00pm
Grab your favorite Christmas sweater, a cup of cheer, and join Kim Sebastian-Ryan for a special gathering on Zoom.
Caroling on 5th
Sunday, December 20 – after Worship
All are welcome to share the Christmas spirit with the neighborhood as we sing Carols on 5th Avenue.
Christmas Day Coffee with the Bos Family
Friday, December 25 – 10:00-10:30am
Dr. Michael and Tena Bos invite you to join them on Zoom for a prayer and to wish your Marble Family a Merry Christmas.
Sundays Before Worship
10:00 O’Clock Hour
In Person & Online
Advent: Expecting the Unexpected
November 29: Dr. Michael Bos
December 13: Rev. Susanah Wade
December 20: Dr. Michael Bos
Prayer Circle at 10:00am
In Person & Online via 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 27 and January 3, 2027.
Advent Online
An Advent of Loving and Serving Others Annual Blog
November 29 - December 25
The Marble Women’s Ministry sows seeds of hope amidst the darkness of our world through stories to cultivate God’s presence and wait for the joy that will bring light this Christmas.
Online Advent Calendar — A Season of Gratitude
November 29 - December 25
Join us on social media for a daily moment of reflection. Each prompt invites you to notice God’s blessings, practice gratitude, and share kindness with others. Follow along and share what you’re grateful for this season.
Arts Ministry Exhibit — ‘Tis the Season!
Be inspired by the work of Marble Artists including visual art, poetry, and photography at MarbleChurch.org/Arts, as well as in person outside the Labyrinth Room from November 30 thru December 6.
Christmas Poinsettias
Poinsettias will be placed in the Sanctuary in honor or memory of loved ones whose names will be listed on Sunday, December 20, in the bulletin and onscreen at the end of the Worship live stream. To pay tribute to someone, please donate what you can to help offset the cost of poinsettias (suggested donation: $25 per poinsettia) by Sunday, December 6 at MarbleChurch.org/Poinsettias or contact Clay Hale, (212) 686-2770.
Please note: if you pay by check, it’s important to talk to Clay to make sure your names get added to the list.