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Christmas Camp is returning this year in November and December! Christmas Camp incorporates the music, drama, crafts and fun of Vacation Bible School with the joy of our Children’s Christmas Pageant.
This year, we’re trying something new: The pageant will start at 10:30 am on Christmas Eve rather than the afternoon.
Christmas Camp will take place during Family Night on Wednesday evenings beginning November 20. Families are invited to enjoy Family Night dinner in Fellowship Hall from 6:00-6:45 pm before Christmas Camp from 6:45 to 8:00 pm.
Please note that Family Night and Christmas Camp will not be held on November 27 due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Christmas Camp will meet on Wednesday, November 20, December 4, December 11 and December 18. Friends are welcome—We hope you’ll join us!
Sunday, December 22, 4:00 pm
Join us for a truly unforgettable evening of music as the Northwest Symphony Orchestra, under the expert
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Sunday, December 22, 4:00 pm
Join us for a truly unforgettable evening of music as the Northwest Symphony Orchestra, under the expert direction of Timothy Semanik, and talented soloists present our beloved Annual Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along. This cherished holiday tradition invites YOU to be a part of the musi —becoming one with the orchestra and soloists as the audience serves as the chorus! Warm up those vocal cords and get ready to raise your voice in song as we fill the Sanctuary with the powerful and moving sounds of Handel’s masterpiece, including the iconic Hallelujah Chorus. It’s a beautiful way to honor the birth of our Savior and celebrate the true meaning of Christmas through the timeless joy of music. Whether you’ve sung Messiah before or this is your first time, the experience of singing together in such a majestic setting is sure to be a highlight of your holiday season. Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to lift your voice in unity and reverenc —we can’t wait to see you there!
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Sunday, December 22, 2024 4:00 pm 4:00pm(GMT-06:00)
This family Christmas Eve morning worship service is geared especially towards children and youth and as we retell the biblical story of Jesus’ birth through a child’s eye.
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This family Christmas Eve morning worship service is geared especially towards children and youth and as we retell the biblical story of Jesus’ birth through a child’s eye. The children of our congregation will re-enact the Christmas story in a Christmas pageant, accompanied by music from our Children’s Choir. The audience will join in to sing many familiar and beloved Christmas Carols. This special service ends with the candlelit singing of Silent Night.
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Tuesday, December 24, 2024 10:30 am 10:30am(GMT-06:00)
Join us for this Christmas Eve Worship service of Lessons and Carols that will be led by our youth and our Youth Handbell and Vocal
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Join us for this Christmas Eve Worship service of Lessons and Carols that will be led by our youth and our Youth Handbell and Vocal choirs. They will also be joined by returning college students. A beautiful service that retells the birth of Jesus through verse and song concluding with a candlelit singing of Silent Night.
Time
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 4:00 pm 4:00pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights - The Sanctuary
Join us for this beautiful Christmas Eve Worship service of Lessons and Carols led by our exceptional Chancel Choir. It will be a moving service that
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Join us for this beautiful Christmas Eve Worship service of Lessons and Carols led by our exceptional Chancel Choir. It will be a moving service that retells the Christmas story through the familiar biblical story and splendid music. Come early to hear the prelude that begins at 7:30 pm and will conclude with a candlelit singing of Silent Night.
Time
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 8:00 pm 8:00pm(GMT-06:00)
Location
First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights - The Sanctuary
We’ll gather at 7:00 pm to start the year off right with an evening of fun! We’ll go offsite by bus to places like
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We’ll gather at 7:00 pm to start the year off right with an evening of fun! We’ll go offsite by bus to places like Enchanted Castle, Sky Zone, Spunky Dunkers and enjoy fun at the church with games, food, movies and more. Students in grades 5 through 8 are invited to join from 7:00 pm to 12:00 am and students in grades 9 through 12 are invited to join us from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. The cost of this event is $55. We can’t wait to see you there!