Unwrapped: The Surprising  Gifts of Advent

Unwrapped: The Surprising  Gifts of Advent

This Advent season we will focus on some surprising gifts that come to us if we are able to be patient, still, and pay attention. 

Traditionally, when we think of Advent, we immediately call to mind Mary, Joseph, and the angel Gabriel.  But in the Gospel of Luke, Zechariah and Elizabeth are the first two people we meet in the Advent narrative.  They’ll be our guides in this journey through Advent and will teach us about the living in the pain of unanswered prayers, the power of silence and simplicity, the blessing of life-giving relationships, and the promise of God to make a way, even when it seems no way is to be found. 

Midweek Advent Reflection
6:30 pm | in the Chapel

For three Wednesdays during Advent, we will gather in the Chapel of the Good Shepherd to reflect on scripture and beloved Advent hymns. The Chapel will be available at 6:15 for a time of quiet meditation and the service will begin at 6:30. Preschool childcare is available.
Contact Rev. Shannon Moore for more information.

Contact Rev. Shannon Moore 

Christmas Concert “Gloria in Excelsis Deo!”

December 14 | 7 pm | in the Sanctuary

Join the Chancel Choir, all three handbell choirs, pipe organ, and trumpets in our beautifully decorated Sanctuary for this joyous concert. Led by our choirmasters and organists, familiar carols and new festive music will provide the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit. In addition, TCU’s new Director of Jazz Studies, Allen Cordingley, will add some gospel flare on the alto saxophone. Admission is free. Gloria in excelsis Deo!

CHRISTMAS EVE OFFERING

Since 1915, ACH Child & Family Services has been protecting children and preserving families in Fort Worth. Their programs are designed to prevent child abuse, neglect, and family separate and help heal and treat children already impacted by these tragedies. University Christian Church is proud to partner with ACH and dedicate our 2023 Christmas Eve Offering to this outstanding organization.