From the Pastor's corner

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 Advent and Christmas at CELC...
December 7, Advent 2 German Service at 10AM 
The service is followed by the German Adventsfeier at 11:30AM. Come all, join us for cookies, coffee, sandwiches, singing, Advent and Christmas poems, and candlelight. Sie sind alle herzlich eingeladen! 
December 10, Advent Holden Evening Prayer at 7PM 
This service is in collaboration with Faith Lutheran, and St Michael's Cathedral.
December 14, Advent 3 and Hanging of the Greens Service at 10AM
Through the centuries, Christians have observed Advent - a time of waiting and expectation before celebrating the birth of Christ. In this service we adorn the sanctuary in preparation, while listening to readings, sing hymns, and light the tree. Please note: there is no Communion on this Sunday.
December 18, A joint Blue Christmas Service at 7PM
For those who find this time of year difficult. The healing rite is offered. This service is in collaboration with Faith Lutheran.
December 21, Advent 4 at10AM

Christmas 2025 at CELC
December 24, Heiligabend Gottesdienst at 3PM
Mit Weihnachtsliedern und Kerzen
December 24, Christmas Eve Service at 5PM
With carols and candle lighting
December 25, Christmas Day Service at 10AM 
With Holy Communion. This is a combined English-German-Korean service.
December 28, Christmas Lessons and Carols at 10AM
January 4, 2026, Christmas 2A German Service at 10AM