Advent and Christmas at St. Paul’s
A Journey Toward the Manger
November 30 - December 25, 2025
Christmas Eve Late Service with communion, candles, and special music: Dec. 24, 9:30 PM
Advent and Christmas invite us into a season of hope, expectation, and joyful celebration. In Advent, we enter a time of watching and waiting; of preparing our hearts for the coming of Christ and the promise of God’s light breaking into the world. Christmas brings the fulfillment of that promise in the birth of Jesus, a moment of wonder, mystery, and profound love.
At St. Paul’s, we welcome you to join us on this sacred journey, whether you’re continuing a cherished tradition or experiencing it anew.
All are welcome here.
Advent and Christmas Schedule (Asterisk indicates Livestream Available)
Service dates are in bold.
Sunday, November 30 — 10:00 AM* | Advent 1 Service
Sunday, December 7 — 10:00 AM* | Advent 2 Service
Messiah Sunday, featuring vocal soloists, harpsichord, and string quartet performing selections from Handel’s Messiah
Saturday, December 13 — 7:00 PM | Advent Lessons and Carols Service
The Missouri Choral Artists join the musicians of St. Paul’s for a service of Advent Lessons and Carols
Sunday, December 14 — 10:00 AM* | Advent 3 Service
Pantry Client Christmas set up during coffee hour after the service
Monday, December 15 — 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM | Pantry Client Christmas
Tuesday, December 16 — 6:30 PM | Light in the Darkness Service
A reflective worship service created for those seeking peace and comfort amidst the complexities of the holidays
Sunday, December 21 — 10:00 AM* | Advent 4 Service
Model trains & gingerbread house making after service during coffee hour
Christmas pageant rehearsal during coffee hour
Monday, December 22 — 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM | Greening of the Church
Help us beautify the church in preparation for our Christmas services, coming and going as you’re able
Wednesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) — 4:30 PM* & 9:30 PM* | Christmas Eve Services
4:30 PM: Christmas Pageant with Holy Communion (Sign up to help out with the pageant here!)
9:00 PM: Choral Prelude - Special music preceding and leading into our 9:30 PM service
9:30 PM: Christmas Eve service with Holy Communion and candles, featuring organ, choirs, string quartet, and trumpet
Thursday, December 25 (Christmas Day) — 10:00 AM | Christmas Day Service
Sunday, December 28 — 10:00 AM* | First Sunday after Christmas
Wednesday, December 31
Day of Fun and Service | 3rd-8th Graders | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM | Info and Sign Up | Volunteer
New Year’s Eve Lock-in | 5th-12th Graders | 4:00 PM to 8:00 AM | Info and Sign Up | Volunteer
Join us - All are Welcome
Whether you are a lifelong Episcopalian or simply curious about the traditions of Advent, we invite you to join us. Come as you are—in person or online—and encounter the profound hope of the season.