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Celebrate the Holidays With Matthews United Methodist

By Matthews United Methodist November 14, 2024

Add a little Jingle to your Christmas memories, after all they’re only made once a year! Make the most of it and take in the wonder while petting live animals at a Christmas Eve Nativity, snuggling up during an outdoor movie, serving our neighbors in Western NC, roasting marshmallows for s'mores, dancing to music at Jingle Jam or experiencing the greatest story ever told led by children!

Magical Christmas experiences curated just for your kids and family will bring holiday joy!

Nov 23 - Arts & Crafts Extravaganza Select one-of-a-kind handmade gifts for the special people on your list...or shop for yourself! Event in partnership with Matthews Help Center—proceeds support local missions. Silent Auction with 100% going to Western NC Disaster Relief.

Dec 1 - Community Holiday Movie Night FREE drive-in movie, hot chocolate & popcorn.

Dec 6 - Parents Night Out Enjoy a date night or holiday shopping while kids have treats, dinner, games & crafts.

Dec 15 - Jingle JAM Family Worship A high-energy Christmas family service with games, skits, music & the Christmas story told in a way you have never seen before! Stay for snacks and a seasonal activity for the whole family to enjoy.

Dec 15 - "The Light of Christmas" Concert Inspiring holiday music for all ages led by the MUMC Sanctuary Choir & Orchestra.

Dec 22 - Nativity Services Children dressed as lambs, shepherds, and angels retell the story of Jesus' birth. Ages 3 yrs - 6th grade invited to participate. Register by 12/11

Dec 24 - Christmas Eve Kids & Family Services in the Gym 1:00 PM (followed by nativity with live animals), 2:30 & 4:30 PM (inspiring candlelight services), Evening Services 6 pm Contemporary, 9 & 11 pm Traditional (followed by midnight nativity with live animals in Courtyard)

 

Check out all Christmas at Matthews events for Adults, Kids, Youth & Young Adults!

Matthews United Methodist - 801 South Trade St., MatthewsUMC.org