December Worship Services and Activities
Jesus The King is Coming! Join us at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Joplin, Missouri as we prepare our hearts and remember the birth of the Lord of lords and King of kings, Jesus Christ at Christmas. Advent and Christmas 2023 and the whole month of December is full of opportunities for worship and reflection, including:
- Regular Weekend Services and Bible Classes
- Wednesday Worship Services
- Two Christmas Eve Candlelight Services
- Holy Communion Service on Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve
- Online Advent Devotions
- All Services Broadcast LIVE on Facebook and YouTube
We invite you to come and experience the beautiful decorations and candles, welcoming smiles and tasty meals. Hear the sounds of choirs, musicians, and children’s voices singing God’s praises. Know God’s love for you as Jesus reveals Himself to you through His Word. Remember the true meaning of Christmas — a child born long ago who is “Immanuel,” God With Us — an infant who would bring God’s mercy, hope and peace to our desperate world. Come and feel the comforting warmth of Good News at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Joplin this month.
Do you have questions? Give us a call at the Church Office anytime during the week at 417-624-0333. We hope to see you at Immanuel very soon.
December 2023 Advent and Christmas Schedule
Wednesday Advent Worship Services | December 6, 13, and 20 at 12:00 and 7:00 pm | In-Person or Online
Advent Family Meals served at 11:15 am and 5:30 pm
Sunday Worship Services | Weekly at 8:00 & 10:30 am | In-Person or Online
Youth & Adult Bible Classes | Sundays at 9:20 am
Christmas Eve Candlelight Services | Sunday Evening, December 24 at 5:00 & 7:00 pm
(There will be ONLY ONE Sunday Morning Service at 10:00 am on December 24 — no Sunday School or Bible Classes that day.)
Christmas Day Service with Holy Communion | Monday, December 25 at 10:00 am ONLY
New Year’s Eve with Holy Communion | Sunday Evening, December 31 at 7:00 pm, with family-friendly board games, snacks and more in the Fellowship Hall to follow.
(There will be ONLY ONE Sunday Morning Service at 10:00 am on December 31 — no Sunday School or Bible Classes that day.)
