Join us this Christmas Season at Anaheim United Methodist Church to celebrate the birth of Christ. Our hope is that these Sunday services and special events fill your life with His hope, peace, joy, and love.
Weekly Experiences
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For our Advent all church study this year we will be reading On Love by Paul Chilcote which talks about bringing love into action one small step at a time.
On Love reveals how everyday moments can become transformative acts of love. Drawing from their rich life experiences, Paul and Janet Chilcote offer twenty essential practices that anyone can begin immediately―no special training required. Each chapter shares relatable stories and simple practices that fit naturally into your daily routines, from making meaningful eye contact to creating beauty in ordinary spaces.
We will start this study the end of November (see options below). The Advent study will be offered during Pastor Jessica's Wednesday morning Bible Study and a Wednesday evening Zoom session will be offered along with the Explorer's class studying it on Sunday mornings at 11:15.
Sundays at 11:15 in Library: November 23,30, December 7, 14
Wednesdays at 10:30am in the Library: November 19, December 3,10, 17
Wednesdays 7:00pm Zoom: November 19, December 3,10, 17
Please purchase the book (One option is https://www.cokesbury.com/On-Love). An additional booklet will be provided to help you reflect on these practices daily.
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Feeling ready for a fresh start? 🛤️
Join us for Advent as we dive into a powerful sermon series called Beginning Again. It's a chance to reset, refocus, and prepare your heart for the joy of Christmas.
Sundays at 10:00 AM!
This series will guide us through themes like finding your worth, doing good, taking risks on hope, and embracing the journey—even when it's not straight!
Christmas Experiences
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🎶 You’re Invited to AUMC’s Advent Sing-Along of Messiah! 🎶
Join us for a powerful and joy-filled musical celebration as we present the Advent portion of Handel’s Messiah!
On December 13, 2025 at 4 PM, experience this treasured masterpiece at AUMC — and be part of the music! This is a sing-along, and all audience members are warmly encouraged to join in during the chorus sections, led by our talented choir.
There is a suggested donation of $10 per ticket, supporting the music ministry and future concerts.
Bring family, friends, and your singing voice as we prepare our hearts for the Birth of Christ through this timeless music.
Let’s lift our voices and welcome the Advent season together!
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🎄 You’re Invited to Our Family Christmas Service! 🎄
Join us for a joyful and engaging celebration of the Christmas story—perfect for the whole family! This festive service will include a lively Christmas pageant ✨, candlelighting 🕯️, carols 🎶, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus 🎅, cookie decorating 🍪, Christmas craf s 🎨, and a cozy hot cocoa bar ☕. Wear your Christmas best and bring the whole family for a heartwarming evening filled with joy, wonder, and holiday cheer!
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🌌 You’re Invited to Our Longest Night Service 🌌
This year, we will hold a Longest Night service as part of our Advent and Christmas season—a gentle, reflective space for those who may find this time of year difficult. In these long nights before Christmas, we honor that not everyone feels festive. Grief after the death of a loved one, navigating life after divorce or separation, coping with illness, job loss, or any season of uncertainty can make celebration feel heavy.
This meaningful service offers a space of comfort and compassion through quiet reflection ✨, prayerful music 🎶, candlelighting 🕯️, and the hope of Emmanuel—God with us. All are welcome to come as they are and find light in the midst of darkness.
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✨ You're Invited! ✨Join us this Christmas Eve for our Candlelight Services filled with warmth, joy, and the beautiful sounds of the season, presented by our choir.
7 PM // AUMC Chancel Choir & Celebratory Music
Illuminate your Christmas Eve with the glow of candles at our 7 PM Candlelight Service, featuring the harmonies of the AUMC Chancel Choir, joyous celebratory music, and a retelling of the nativity story accompanied by timeless Christmas carols. Join us for an evening of inspiration and festive spirit.
11 PM // AUMC Chancel Choir & Communion & Contemplative Music
Experience the serenity of Christmas Eve at our 11 PM Candlelight Service, enhanced by the AUMC Chancel Choir and offering contemplative music. We will celebrate communion together, which is open to everyone. At midnight we will sing Silent Night by candlelight creating a sacred and meaningful end to this special night.