ADVENT 2024
WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
SHOP AT THE ANGEL STORE & 10,000 VILLAGES
Saturday, December 7, 3:00 – 5:00 PM,
after the Music Mends Minds Holiday Concert,
The Gift Cards and 10,000 Villages in Fellowship Hall.
Sunday, December 8, 9:00 AM-12:30 PM
The Gift Cards and 10,000 Villages in Fellowship Hall.
MUSIC MENDS MINDS HOLIDAY CONCERT
COME TO ‘NIGHT IN BETHLEHEM’
A Christmas program where families wander through the bustling Bethlehem marketplace and discover what life was like when Jesus was born. Families will create unique keepsakes and interact with local shopkeepers who share the Christmas story. You’ll love talking to Mary and Joseph in the stable and hearing about the miracles of Jesus’ birth. Be sure to visit the Bethlehem bakery to sample delicious treats.
ENJOY THE BPC CHOIR CONCERT
An event not to be missed! Our Chancel Choir will present “A Christmas Tapestry”,
with a reception following.
There will be plenty of parking available in our lot, in the alley lot and across the street
in Comerica Bank’s upper lot.
ADVENT SOUND BATH
Tuesday, December 17 , 7:00 PM
Please join us for a contemplative Advent Sound Bath in the Sanctuary. Trained South Bath Healer Ruth Sie will create a “sound experience” using her ceremonial Tibetan Singing Bowls. The sound vibrations stimulate inner peace, focus and deep relaxation. The evening will include Scripture selections and other meditative reflections. Dress comfortably, and bring a mat if you’d like to lie down. Questions, please contact Mary Garbesi, Director of Congregational Care (mary.garbesi@bpcusa.org).
ADVENT SMALL GROUP
Sundays in December, 12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM, in the Chapel
The birth of Jesus in the manger is like a “living Gospel” rising up from the pages of sacred scripture. This Advent season, join a small group, led by Darrell Hallenbrook, , that invites us to set out on a spiritual journey, drawn by the humility of “the One” who became flesh in order to encounter every person. Our time together will feature spiritual practices to emphasize Jesus being born in our heart, representing the ultimate gift of personal transformation and spiritual renewal.
BECOME A PART OF BPC’S CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
We want you in the Christmas Pageant!
This adorable 15-minute narration of the birth of Jesus, featuring BPC children and a real Baby Jesus will warm your heart and lift your spirits!
We are now casting: Mary and Joseph, angels, Herod, the mighty Caesar, shepherds, innkeepers, Roman soldiers, sheep and even farm animals. All are welcome, from ages 2 and up!
Email Ellie if you are interested: elaita@bpcusa.org.
BUY CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS
Every year we decorate our Sanctuary with poinsettias at Christmas. The flowers are purchased by members and friends to remember special people in their lives. The poinsettias will be displayed during the Christmas Season. You may pick up the number of poinsettias you purchased after the Christmas Day service. The order forms will be available in the Sunday bulletins on December 1st, 8th, and 15th and in the Church office. You may also order online HERE. Deadline to submit the order form with your dedication is Wednesday, December 18.
GIVE TO THE CHRISTMAS JOY OFFERING
COOKIES, COOKIES, COOKIES!
We haveopportunities for you to bake/buy/bring cookies to church for the following events:
– Tree Trimming on December 1
– Christmas Choir Concert on December 15
– Christmas Eve services at 4 PM, 7 PM and 9 PM.
Bring cookies and put them in the Library before each event and service.