Sanctuary/Ditzler Hall
🎄 Decorating the Giving Tree & Ditzler Hall Potluck
Sunday, November 30 • 11:30 a.m.
Kick off the holiday season! Our Giving Tree will be ready for decorating, with gift tags for local organizations. During Children, Youth and Family time, children will make decorations to add to the tree.
Bring a Post-Thanksgiving potluck dish to share as we enjoy community, food, and a little holiday sparkle together.
🎁 Crafting & Children’s Gift Shopping
Sunday, December 7 • 11:30 a.m.
Join us for simple holiday crafting and art activities that are fun for all ages! Children will also have a chance to shop (free) for small gifts to wrap and give to family and friends. After the kids are done, the shop will open to the rest of the congregation.
Please bring new or gently used unwrapped “giftable” items to the church on or before December 7.
🍪 Cookie Exchange & Neighbors in Need Gifting Project
Sunday, December 14 • 11:30 a.m.
Bring 1 or 2 dozen of your favorite holiday cookies for exchange, along with a list of main ingredients to help accommodate dietary needs.
We’ll also assemble care packages for neighbors in need in our local community. Watch your email for a list of requested items. While we pack, you’re invited to write holiday cards to include in the kits.
❄ All-Community Solstice Brunch
Sunday, December 21 • 11:30 a.m.
After the Sunday service, stay for a delicious pancake-and-eggs brunch sponsored by the Men’s Group. Vegan options available. Enjoy warm company as we celebrate the turning of the season.
After brunch, volunteers will be needed to help clear tables and chairs to prepare for the Solstice Labyrinth Walk the following evening.
❄ Solstice Labyrinth Walk
Monday, December 22 • 4:00–7:00 p.m.
The labyrinth is an ancient symbol used by many faith traditions for reflection and renewal. Walking its path is a spiritual journey through three phases:
1. The walk inward – releasing and quieting.
2. The center – resting in light and heart.
3. The return – integrating insight and renewal.
Come enter the darkness and walk toward the in-breaking of light. The path will be lined with glowing luminarias, adding beauty and reverence to our sanctuary.
🕯 Children, Youth & Families Christmas Gathering
Wednesday, December 24 • 2:30–3:25 p.m.
Children, youth, and families are invited to enjoy cookies, cocoa, and Christmas treats while Rev. Dan reads a beloved holiday classic.
🎵 Carol Singing for All Ages
Wednesday, December 24 • 3:30–4:15 p.m.
Lift your voice in joyful song! Join our choir director Matt Smith accompanied by Terry Levitt as they lead us in familiar holiday carols for all ages.
🕯 Christmas Eve Service for All Ages
Wednesday, December 24 • 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Our Christmas Eve service will be filled with music, storytelling, and reflection, concluding with our cherished tradition of candle lighting.
♨ Burning Bowl Service & Potluck
Sunday, December 28 • 10:00–11:00 a.m., followed by potluck
As the year turns, join us in a ritual of release and renewal.
• A burning bowl to release what no longer serves you.
• Water for symbolic cleansing.
• Stones to hold your intentions for the new year.
• Cloth strips to let go of grief or harm from the past.
Come “cleanse the chambers of the heart” and make space for what’s to come.
Please bring a potluck dish to share afterward.