ADVENT 2024
WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
THE BPC CHRISTMAS TAPESTRY CONCERT
On December 15, the BPC Chancel Choir presented “A Christmas Tapestry.”
Many thanks to Nancy Reeves, Music & Arts Director for her leadership, Praise Ringers Director Amy Brachmann, the BPC Chancel Choir, and the Tech Crew for a beautiful Christmas concert.
ADVENT SMALL GROUP
Sunday, December 22, 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
Be part of the BPC Christmas Pageant on Christmas Eve during the 4:00 PM Worship Service.
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!
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
This year’s Joy Offering local recipient goes to THE PEOPLE CONCERN in Santa Monica, specifically for the homeless at the Annenberg Access Center. Annenberg Access is a drop-in day center for people still living on the streets. Open seven days a week, it provides critical resources, including showers, restrooms, laundry, a clothing closet, counseling, and daily sack lunches.
50% of our Special Offering goes to help The People Concern reach their goal of funding the sack lunch program for another year and 50% goes to PCUSA Financial Assistance Program.
CLICK HERE to donate.
COOKIES, COOKIES, COOKIES!
We have two more opportunities for you to bake/buy/bring cookies to church for the following events:
– 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.