Worship
Ain'a That Good News! The Voice of Spirituals
On Sunday, December 15, the Chancel Choir will present a program of most beloved spirituals at the 9:30 and 11am services. Hear soloists, chorus and congregation trace our spiritual journeys. Musical themes include Sanctuary, Freedom and Deliverance, Witness and The Coming of the Birth of Christ.
Please plan to make this special service a part of your Advent experience, and bring other music lovers!
9:00 Traditional Candlelight Christmas Eve Service
9:00 p.m. - Traditional Candlelight Service
A traditional Christmas Eve service featuring the Chancel Choir and a candlelight carol-sing. The message will be given by Pastor Greta.
7:00 Christmas Eve Service
7:00 - A Family Service of Lessons and Carols
A Family Service featuring the Connection Choir, we will share in Christmas Eve Communion as well as a candlelight carol-sing. The message will be given by Youth Minister JJ Mannschreck.
Christmas Eve Services
Tuesday, December 24, 2013
4:00 p.m. - Family Worship
A worship celebration especially geared for children, with music provided by the Angel, Cherub and Chorister Choirs.
4:00 Christmas Eve Family Worship Service
A worship celebration especially geared for children, with music provided by the Angel, Cherub and Chorister Choirs.
Get Messy!
It is sometimes difficult to have children attend church. They don’t like to sit still or be quiet or just listen. Frankly, I don’t blame them. I want children to be who they are…active, creative, and lively!
Get Messy is an opportunity for children along with their families do just that. It is on the second Sunday of each month from 11:00 a.m. to about 12:30 p.m. There is a time to make crafts as a family, a short (and lively) time of gathering, and a family friendly lunch. This time is about building community along with thinking about that greater power that is creator and love of all.
Don’t worry about getting messy, or being too loud, or squirming too much…just come and have fun with your family! Everyone is welcome at Get Messy!
There is no cost but we need a head count for food and supplies, so please register using the form below. Contact John Smoke for more information. Get Messy will be in the church gym at First United Methodist Church, 1032 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove, IL.
Ecumenical Thanksgiving Eve Worship Service
The Downers Grove Ministerium, of which DGFUMC is a member, invites you to share in an Ecumenical Thanksgiving Eve Worship Service Wednesday, November 27 at 7:30pm.
The service will be held at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4501 Main Street, Downers Grove. After the service, all are invited to enjoy a Pie Social in the Lounge.