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Holiday Schedule

Lessons & Carols

December 22nd, Music Starts at 10:30 a.m. and Service Starts at 10:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary

Experience the magic of the season at our Lessons and Carols service on December 22nd in the Sanctuary! Enjoy a beautiful time of caroling beginning at 10:30 a.m., followed by our traditional service at 10:45 a.m. Come and let the sounds of the carolers fill your heart with joy as we celebrate the story of Christmas together.

Christmas Eve Services

December 24th
3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. in The Vine and Sanctuary
11:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary

Celebrate Christmas Eve with us at First-Centenary! Join us on December 24th for a time of worship and reflection as we celebrate the birth of Christ. Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. in both The Vine and the Sanctuary, and at 11:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Each service will offer inspiring music, meaningful messages, and a warm atmosphere to share with loved ones. All are welcome to experience the joy and hope of the season with our church family. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Ways to Give this Season

Share Your Christmas with The Centenary's After School Program

Angel Tree Ornaments
Would you like to share your Christmas with a child in The Centenary? Angel Tree ornaments will be located in the Lobby of The Vine, the Narthex, and the First Floor Lobby at the base of the stairs on November 3. Each ornament gives the name of a child and full instructions for sharing your Christmas.

Sponsor a Family in Need
Contact Mary Grey Moses at mgmoses@fistcentenary.com or Monique Strickland at mstrickland@firstcentenary.com or call 423-266-3345 to select the size of family you or your group would like to shop for or sponsor.

Donate to The Centenary
• Centenary Discretionary Fund – Goes to the greatest need.
• Student Need Fund – Provides clothes, shoes, books, and other needed items directly to students.
• Student Launch Fund – Prepares students for college and life after graduation.
• Summer Camp Program Fund – provides Scholarships to Camp Lookout and a 7-week summer program which includes daily academic enrichment, physical education, field trips, and summer reading.

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