Christmas Eve
Worship Services
Wednesday, December 24
2:00 p.m. Traditional Candlelight Service, Sanctuary
4:00 p.m. Family Service, Sanctuary
5:00 p.m. Contemporary Service, FE200 & Online
8:30 p.m. Traditional Candlelight Service, Sanctuary & Online
Advent Events &
Worship Services
Hanging of the Green
Worship Service | Sunday, november 30
9:30 a.m., Sanctuary
11:00 a.m., FE200
Welcome the beginning of Advent as the Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall are transformed with greenery and beautiful seasonal décor. This cherished tradition invites us to prepare our hearts and space for the coming of Christ.
Kids Advent Wreath Making Event
Kids | Sunday, November 30
4:00 p.m., Covenant FE200
Covenant Kids’ Ministry invites your family to an afternoon of creativity and connection. All materials will be provided as we guide you through making a live Advent wreath. Enjoy sweet treats and festive fellowship as we kick off the season together. Register your family at the link below.
Poems of Incarnation
Adults | sunday, december 7
9:30 a.m., FE107
The miracle that God became flesh and came to dwell among us is the subject of numerous beautiful poems of the Advent season. Join us for a morning of exploring poems of incarnation with Stephen Murray.
Kids Very Merry Advent Dinner
Kids | sunday, december 7
5:00 p.m., Sanctuary & FE200
Join us for the fourth annual Very Merry Advent Dinner, a joyful evening for all ages. We’ll begin with carols in the Sanctuary, followed by a buffet dinner with options for every palate. The evening concludes with a hot chocolate bar, crafts, a snack mix station, and a brief tree-lighting liturgy. Please register each attendee at the link below.
Youth Thanksmas Celebration
youth | wednesday, december 10
Middle School at 6:00 p.m., FE400
High School at 6:45 p.m., FE400
It’s time for our favorite holiday mash-up! Join the youth group for dinner, games, and a White Elephant gift exchange (limit $20). Celebrate friendship, gratitude, and the joy of the season together.
Advent Silent Retreat
adults | Saturday, december 13
9:00 a.m., FE400
Amid the busyness of December, take time to rest, pray, and reflect. This guided morning retreat offers sacred quiet and space to prepare your heart for Christ’s coming. Prayer guides will be available.
Birthday Party for Jesus
Kids | Sunday, december 14
9:30 a.m., FE300
Children are invited to celebrate the birth of Jesus with cupcakes, crafts, and songs that share the joy of the season. Pajamas are encouraged.
Lessons & Carols
Worship Service | sunday, december 14
8:15 & 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary
11:00 a.m., FE200
Join us for our annual Services of Lessons and Carols, where Scripture and song tell the story of Christ’s birth.
Christmas Concert
All Ages | sunday, december 14
2:30 pm., Covenant Campus
Experience the wonder of Christmas through music performed by the GraceNotes Vocal Ensemble and Pro Musica Handbell Choir. This concert of sacred and seasonal works is one of Covenant’s most beloved holiday traditions.
Young Adult Christmas Brunch
Young Adults | sunday, december 21
12:15 pm., Home of Pansy and Elliott Flick
Young adults in their 20s and 30s are invited to enjoy good food and festive fellowship. Come for an afternoon of laughter, conversation, and Christmas cheer. Register at the link below.
Christmas Eve
Worship Service | Wednesday, december 24
2:00 p.m. Traditional Candlelight Service, Sanctuary
4:00 p.m. Family Service, Sanctuary
5:00 p.m. Contemporary Service, FE200 & Online
8:30 p.m. Traditional Candlelight Service, Sanctuary & Online
FAQs
Parking
We anticipate parking availability to be limited. Please make a plan to arrive early and utilize our Shuttle service located at Texan Eye (5717 Balcones Dr.) when possible.
Nursery Care
Nursery care for children ages 4 and under will be available at the 2:00 & 5:00 p.m. services.
Online Services
The 5:00 & 8:30 p.m. services will be livestreamed on our YouTube page.
Advent Initiatives
Tamale Sales
Through December 1
Add flavor to your holiday celebrations while supporting our mission partner, Manos de Cristo. Proceeds from tamale sales fund essential programs including the food pantry, ESL classes, and dental clinic. Place your order at manosdecristo.org/tamales and select Covenant at checkout for convenient on-campus pickup on December 5.
Poinsettia Donations
through December 14
Help beautify our worship spaces by donating a poinsettia in honor or memory of a loved one. Plants are $15 and can be ordered at covenant.org/poinsettia through December 14.
Christmas Giving Tree
Through December 21
Share the spirit of generosity this season by selecting an ornament from the Giving Trees in Covenant Hall or FEB. Each ornament represents a wish-list item for one of our mission partners. Please return gifts by December 21.
Advent Devotional
The Advent devotional contains four weeks of scripture and guidance to carry you through the Advent season. Click below to download a digital version.