Advent is a season of longing and anticipation that precedes Christmas. For the four Sundays leading up to Christmas we reflect on the need for hope, peace, joy, and love in the midst of the harsh realities that our world faces.

It is a time to embrace the tension of the kingdom of God. Though God is faithful, and promises have been given, we live waiting for the fullness of the kingdom to appear. Just as the Israelites were in bondage to Egypt, waiting for freedom, and just how the shepherds, outcasts, and oppressed of Israel waited for deliverance from Roman oppression; we wait for God to bring the fullness of His kingdom of peace, justice, and healing to our broken world. We mourn because so much of humanity experiences injustice, and because all creation groans for its redemption. But we have joyful expectation because the greatest victory for the kingdom has already been won, and we are equipped by the Spirit to spread the light of Christ, bringing reconciliation and healing to all we encounter. 

What to Expect:

Expect a time of prayer, contemplation, and reflection. Take some time to slow down and focus on what is important.  There will be scripture readings, poetry, a few songs, and the lighting of the Advent candles. The whole service will last about 90 minutes.   These services will be a great time to bring friends.  

Services start at 10 AM.

Week 1 November 29th  -  Hope

Week 2 December 6  -  Peace

Week 3 December 13  -  Joy
Aptos Christian Childcare Center children will be preforming at 11:00.  Please stay after the service to support our preschool.  Refreshments will be provided afterward. 

Week 4 December 20  -  Love
ACF Choir Ensemble will be performing.