Advent Worship and Events

A voice cries out: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.” Isaiah 40:3

Come join us and prepare for the birth of Christ! All are welcome to any and all events coming up this December.

Advent I-IV Worship

Sundays at 8am and 10am from November 30th to December 21st

Sunday, December 7th after the 10am service

Food pantry collection, farewell coffee hour, and Christmas Bag packing

Sunday, December 14th

Christmas Bag packing after the 10am service, Adult Christmas Open House*

Monday, December 15th

SFZ Presents: Christmas Brass!

Wednesday, December 17th - A Service of Hope

The season of Christmas can be difficult and wonderful at the same time. If you are dealing with any sorrow, grief, hardship, or disquiet, we invite you to St. Francis In-The-Fields for a contemplative service of healing. Join us for our Service of Hope on Wednesday, December 17th at 6:00 pm in person and online.

Friday, December 19th

Christmas Bag delivery. Details are TBA.

Sunday, December 21st after the 10am Service - Chili Cookoff and the Greening of the Church

Come and help clean and decorate the church for the birth of Christ! This will take place immediately following the 10 am service on Sunday, December 21. We’re excited for the return of our Chili Cookoff! There are signup sheets in the Narthex for people who intend to make chili, and for people who wish to bring the fixings.

Join us this Christmas as we celebrate the birth of our Lord

What has come into being in him was life, and the life was the light of all people. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it. John 1:3-5

Join us to celebrate this most wonderful time of year at St. Francis In-The-Fields Episcopal Church. All are invited to participate and attend as we all celebrate the gifts of joy and wonder in all God’s works.

Children’s Pageant, Wednesday, December 24th at 3:00 pm

This family-friendly worship service is perfect for kids of all ages and a wonderful way to connect with Christmas. Children act out the Nativity of Christ in a traditional pageant and we sing heartwarming carols and celebrate the Holy Eucharist on this most wonderful night.

All are welcome to join - cousins, nieces, nephews, friends or anyone else who might be visiting St. Francis families for Christmas. There is a short rehearsal at 1:00pm. If you or your child would like to participate please contact the Church Office at 317-873-4377 or e-mail info@stfranciszionsville.org.

Pageant Bulletin

Christmas Eve Festival Choral Eucharist, Wednesday, December 24th 8:00pm

Join us for a festive worship service that celebrates the arrival of Christmas. All are invited to join in worship as we come to adore our newborn King.

Christmas Eve Bulletin