Dec 11

Dec 11 Swarthmore Christmas Worship and Events Calendar

990 Fairview Road

12 Whittier Place

Christmas Eve Online “Meeting for Prayer and Healing”
December 24, 7:15 - 8:15 pm
Marcelle Martin will lead a guided meditation/prayer on Zoom.
Co-sponsored by the Swarthmore and Chester Friends Meetings.

727 Harvard Avenue

Stations of the Nativity
December 19, 4 - 6 pm
An outdoor drive-through (or walk-through) Nativity experience open to the whole community. Four tableaus of costumed characters will greet guests through rolled-down car windows or on foot. A recording of the entire narrative (including music) will play as you slowly walk or drive through. Those driving are asked to make a reservation here.
Service for the Longest Night
December 21, 7 pm
A safe and sacred space to share anguish and pray for justice and restoration. On Zoom. RSVP here. With questions or for more information: dorrie.mcgrath@swarthmorepres.org.
Christmas Eve Service
December 24, 4 pm
We proclaim with joy the story of Christ’s birth, using scripture readings, story-telling hymns and carols, and candlelight. Have a candle ready if you can. On Zoom. More information and the link: 610-543-4712 or dorrie.mcgrath@swarthmorepres.org.

129 Park Avenue

Once Upon a Time in Bethlehem
December 20, 11 am
Outdoor live Nativity and pageant. People are invited to come in costume (shepherds, stars, or angels) and participate in this retelling of the Christmas story. With live animals. Open to the community.
Concert: The Longest Night
December 21, 7 pm
A night of music, poetry, and remembering. Connect with the livestream or by visit the church’s Facebook page or YouTube channel.
Outdoor Candlelight Christmas Eve Service December 24, 4 pm
Carols, candlelight, and bells.

Masks and social distancing are required at all outdoor events. More information: officeswarthmore@gmail.com.

Trinity Church, Swarthmore
301 North Chester Road

Outdoor Tree Lighting and Decorating
Anytime
The public is invited to stop by the church at any time to enjoy the lights on our Christmas tree. Bring an ornament or two to hang. Please wear masks and observe social distancing.
Lessons and Carols With Bethlehem, Palestine
December 19, 10 am
More information
Children’s Christmas Pageant and Evening Prayer
December 24, 5 pm
A virtual, family-friendly interpretation of the Christmas story, with images and short recordings from parishioners’ homes.
Christmas Mini-Concert and Choral Eucharist
December 24, 7:30 pm
A performance of sacred music, followed at 8 pm by an online celebration of the Holy Eucharist, featuring Trinity’s choir.
“Hope Is Born Anew”
December 25, All Day
A special message for Christmas Day, recorded by the Rev. Dr. Edward “Ted” Thompson, will be available beginning at 8 am.

For more information and to get Zoom links: 610-544-2297 or Office@Trinity-Swarthmore.org. Most events will be held remotely on Zoom.

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