Sunday Services – 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. 
10:30 a.m. livestream
(Dec. 29 & Jan. 5 – One service only at 10:30 a.m.)

You're INVITED TO CHRISTMAS EVE AT FIRST PRES WHEATON

Tuesday, December 24  | 10:30 a.m.
Family Service
– A special service presented by the children of First Pres

Tuesday,  December 24 | 6:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m.
– Candlelight Services
(Childcare at 6:00 p.m.)
Services are also livestreamed

715 N. Carlton Avenue, Wheaton, IL 60187

You’re invited to celebrate the blessings of Christmas with us at First Pres Wheaton! This season is all about hope, joy, peace, and love — things we could all use a little more of. Join us for a warm, welcoming service filled with inspiring music and Pastor Kellen Smith's message of hope. Whether you’re a regular or a guest, we’d love to have you and your family with us this Christmas! 

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WHAT IS CHRISTMAS EVE AT FIRST PRES LIKE?

You’re invited to celebrate Christmas Eve at First Pres Wheaton! You’ll experience a welcoming atmosphere and a powerful message of hope. 
- Pastor Kellen

COUNTDOWN TO Christmas Eve

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WHY SHOULD I COME?

Christmas Eve at First Pres Wheaton

CHILD-LED FAMILY SERVICE

The 10:30 service is led by the children of First Pres. The children will be acting out the story of the first Christmas, and provide music with singing and the ringing of  bells, along with leading the liturgy.

FREE FAMILY PHOTOS

We will have a Christmas Eve photo area  set up in the Rotunda from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, with a professional photographer taking free photos for your family.

INSPIRING MESSAGE

Pastor Kellen Smith's Christmas Eve sermon is titled “Heavenly Forces” – (Luke 2:1-20), an inspiring message of hope during our candlelight services.

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We are located at 715 N. Carlton Avenue, Wheaton, IL 60187.
Our Christmas Eve Family Service time is 10:30 a.m.
Candlelight Services are held at 6:00 and 8:00 p.m.
Childcare is available at 6:00 p.m.
(Services are also livestreamed.) 

Regular Sunday services are at 9:00 and 10:30 a.m.
You can park in our main parking lot or along the street beside the church.
Your kids will especially enjoy the 10:30 Family Christmas Eve Service, which is led by children. Following the 10:30 service, hot chocolate will be served in the Rotunda.

Also, childcare is available at the 10:30 and 6:00 services.
Our services have a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere in our historic sanctuary, and are filled with various kinds of music and always an impactful, practical sermon. You will be welcome to come as you are and leave feeling encouraged.
We can help you get plugged into a growing or serving opportunity. We have small groups, and women's and men's groups, as well as study, support, and service opportunities. You can speak to any of our volunteers or email office@firstpreswheaton.org.

YOUR KIDS WILL HAVE FUN AT FIRST PRES!

Easter Egg Hunt
Starting at 10:00 in the courtyard
All children through 5th grade are invited to participate. Don't forget to bring your basket!
Fun, Food and Easter Lesson
Kids will receive a free Easter gift and enjoy delicious cinnamon rolls. During the service, there will be an engaging Easter lesson and activity in Kids Church. Your kids will want to come back!

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There will be one service only at 10:30 a.m. 
on Sunday, January 2. 
We will resume the 9:00 a.m. service on Sunday, January 9.
Sunday Worship Services: 
9:00 and 10:30 am Sanctuary / 10:30 a.m. Livestream

Adult Education and Sunday School for preschool through 5th grade
will not be held January 2, and will resume January 9.
Sunday School for ages 3 through 5th grade at 10:30
Childcare for 3 and under offered during the services

Christmas Eve Services on Tuesday, December 24:
Family Service at 10:30 a.m.
Candlelight Services at 6:00 and 8:00 p.m.

One service only at 10:30 on Sundays, Dec. 29 & Jan. 5

First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton
715 N. Carlton Ave.
Wheaton, IL 60187
630-668-5147
office@firstpreswheaton.org

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