December 14
Hopeful Anticipation
Matthew 24:36-44
Children's Christmas Pageant
Rev. Rachael M. Dunlap preaching

Advent is a season of anticipation — a time to prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ Jesus.
Join us at Berkley First as Pastor Rachael Dunlap shares an inspiring message of Hope, and we experience the wonder of the Christmas story brought to life by the voices of our children and youth in this year’s Christmas Pageant.
Come celebrate the joy, the promise, and the true meaning of the season with us!

December 21
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Rev. Zack Dunlap preaching
Rooted and Established in Love
Ephesians 3:14-21
Love is the distinguishing mark of a true follower of Jesus Christ. On this fourth Sunday of Advent, Pastor Zack explores what it means for us to be rooted and established in love - this Christmas and on into the New Year. Prayerfully consider who God may be leading you to invite to Christmas Eve as you continue sharing the light and love of Jesus Christ!
 
CHRISTMAS EVE, December 24
2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. at Berkley
Rev. Zack Dunlap preaching
Proclaim, Ponder, and Praise
Luke 2:1-20  
All who encountered the newborn Jesus were shaped by his presence among us, yet each responded in their own way. Some proclaimed the message of Jesus' arrival, some praised the name of God, others pondered in their hearts the ways that this child would transform the world. Celebrate the joy of Christmas Eve this year at Berkley First! Nursery care is offered at the 2:00pm service, full children's programming at 4:00pm, and at 6:00pm, everyone will be in the Sanctuary together. All services will feature live music, communion, and a candlelit singing of Silent Night.

December 28
Rev. Zack Dunlap preaching
Good Things in Store
Matthew 2:1-12
On this first Sunday after Christmas, we invite you to wear your pajamas and bring your leftover Christmas cookies. It's a family worship service, with all ages together in the Sanctuary. After a short message, music, and communion, we invite you to enjoy a cup of cozy cocoa while watching A Charlie Brown Christmas on the big screen together.