Grace Lutheran Church at Carrollwood has some exciting events happening in December that are free and everyone is welcome to join us.
Saturday, December 2 from 5-8pm come join us for “A Night In Bethlehem.” Be transported back in time to Bethlehem on the night when Jesus was born. Experience village life as you wander through the shops in the marketplace—bakery, leather working, scribe, pottery shop and more. Participate in the Nativity story with live animals. The event will take place rain or shine.
Sunday, December 10 at 4:00pm “The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols” will be presented by the Chancel Choir and Chamber Orchestra. The concert features Scripture foretelling Christ’s birth and music by G.F. Handel, John Rutter, Bob Chilcott, and others. A reception will be held following the concert. The concert is free but a free will offering will be collected for our Homeless In the Community Ministry.
Sunday, December 17th at 9:45am come celebrate Jesus’ birth with us! Children will be treated to a birthday party with cake, punch, stories, crafts, and games. Adults are invited to enjoy coffee, cake, and fellowship. Everyone is welcome and the event is free.
December 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th join us on Sunday morning during the Advent season as we prepare for the celebration of Jesus’ birth. Our traditional service begins at 8:30am and our celebration service begins at 11:00am. There will be one Advent service on December 24th led by our contemporary group “Spirits on Fire”. We will light the Advent candle and offer communion at every service.
Sunday, December 24th a join us as we celebrate Jesus’ birth on Christmas Eve.
• Family Service at 5:00p. in the Sanctuary
• Quiet Christmas Service at 6:30pm in Grace Memoria Chapel (Communion offered)
• Carols and Candlelight Services will be at 8:00pm and 10:30pm in the Sanctuary (Communion offered)
Grace Lutheran Church at Carrollwood is located at 3714 West Linebaugh Avenue off Dale Mabry Highway. If you have questions, contact the church office at 813-961-8747 or visit our website at www gracetampa.org.