Use this as a resource to guide you through the Classic Christmas Eve Service.

If you are joining us online near the end of the classic service, we will sing Silent Night. To welcome the baby Jesus, the Light of the World, you might want to have your own candles ready to light.

Welcome

Welcome! We are honored that you have chosen to join us for Christmas Eve here at First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn!

If you are looking for a vibrant, family-friendly community of believers, consider visiting again, in-person or online. Through mission, small groups, education, a family focus, and inspiring worship, we love to bring the work of Christ alive locally and around the world. Learn more about First Pres here. By clicking the connect card icon, you can connect with us online. We would love to hear from you!

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Download the order of service here

Poinsettias decorating the Sanctuary were given by the following people. Thank you.

Cleveland Holmes in memory of Bobbye Holmes

Llyod and Polly Berry in honor of Dru, Brody and Jackson

Pattie Murray in memory of Jim and Mary Vercillo, Mark Kowalczyk and Billy Storto

Don and Kerri Andersen in memory of Emily Andersen Wilson

Bob and Anne Jorgensen in memory of our parents

Roger and Beverly Cheairs in memory of sisters Elaine Litten (mother of Bev) and Lois Johansen (aunt of Bev)

Barb and Ken Wittenberg in memory of family members that have passed away

Nancy Wharton in memory of Carol Schumann

Merril Tlusty in memory of Thomas Tlusty

Nancy Cavanaugh and Chaylee Wenn in memory of Ron Wenn, Susan Suwyn and Marilyn Cavanaugh

Robert and Caroline Meggenberg in memory of our parents: Emmett and Dorothy Meggenberg and George and Bernice Goetz

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