Christmas at First Church San Diego in Mission Valley

    10.28.24 | Articles, News

    Celebrate Christmas at First Church San Diego in Mission Valley

    Looking to get into the Christmas spirit? First United Methodist Church of San Diego has an entire line-up of music and events to help you experience the hope, wonder, and love of Christmas.


    Rediscover the Spirit

    Rekindle your wonder throughout the Advent season as you prepare your heart for Christmas.

    First Church Holiday Playlist

    Available on YouTube

    Listen to Music

    Enjoy the background music throughout the season, whether you’re at work, doing chores at home, or hosting a holiday gathering with friends and family.

    Pastor's Book Study for Advent

    Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11,18 | 11:30 AM 

    Join Book Study

    Walking in Wonder: Eternal Wisdom for a Modern World by John O’Donohue
    Minimum of 12 participants, maximum of 40


    Get Holiday Support

    We recognize that the holiday season can be difficult for many individuals. If this is a difficult time of year for you, we invite you to join others in a safe and supportive environment to help process your feelings.

    Blue Christmas

    Sun. Dec. 22 | 2-3 PM | Trotter Chapel | RSVP

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    Honor the loved ones that you have lost with this contemplative Christmas service. Come as you are, grief and all. Please feel free to bring a framed picture of your loved one to display on our altar.


    Join Festive Events

    Join us for fun celebrations throughout the month of December. These events are perfect for all ages and help to boost your Christmas spirit.

    Carols, Cookies & Crafts

    Sun. Dec. 8 | 12:15-2 PM | Linder Hall| RSVP

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    Celebrate the season by gathering with friends and family to enjoy special music, Christmas sing-alongs, ornament making, a catered lunch, and cookies! Children 12 and under are free, adults are $15. Be sure to RSVP!

    Advent Choral Concert (Free!)

    Sat. Dec. 14 | 4-6 PM | Sanctuary & Online

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    Enjoy a collection of Christmas carol favorites including Conrad Susa's Carols and Lullabies, Britten's Ceremony of Carols, and a medley by Mack Wilberg. This concert includes a special audience sing-along of holiday favorites.


    Experience Christmas Eve Worship – Online & In Mission Valley

    Gather your friends and family to experience Christmas Eve worship in our beautiful sanctuary. Each service ends with candlelit singing of Silent Night, a memorable experience for all ages.

    5 PM Children's Christmas Pageant

    Tue. Dec. 24 | 5 PM | Sanctuary & Online

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    Join the children and youth-led worship where you can experience the Christmas story through music, readings, and the nativity scene. End the service with candle lighting and singing of Silent Night.

    7 PM Carols, Lessons & Candle Lighting

    Tue. Dec. 24 | 7 PM | Sanctuary & Online

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    Experience the Christmas story through choral music by the Chancel Choir, congregational singing, and inspiring message. End the service with candle lighting and singing of Silent Night.

    9 PM Carols, Lessons & Candle Lighting

    Tue. Dec. 24 | 9 PM | Sanctuary & Online

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    Experience the Christmas story through choral music by the Chamber Choir, congregational singing, and inspiring message. End the service with candle lighting and singing of Silent Night.


    More About FUMCSD

    Want to learn more about our church? We invite you to visit our I’m New and About Us pages to learn more about our ministries, programming, and what we believe.

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