Posts tagged 2026 Advent and Christmas
Blue Christmas Service Offers Comfort and Hope in Oro Valley

Resurrection Lutheran Church in Oro Valley invites all to a Blue Christmas service on Sunday, December 20, at 4:00 p.m. This quiet, meditative worship experience offers space for grief, remembrance, and reflection, reminding us that Christ meets us wherever we are—with comfort, acceptance, and hope. Learn more about the Blue Christmas service.

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Love Your Neighbor This Advent: A Devotional for Faith in Action

ELCA World Hunger's 2026 Advent devotional, Filled With Good Things, invites congregations and families to explore Scripture, generosity, advocacy, and caring for neighbors. Featuring weekly reflections, children's activities, and the hands-on "Stocking the Streets" project, this resource helps put faith into action throughout Advent, beginning November 29. Download the free devotional | Order printed copies

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ELCA World Hunger Advent Series Explores Faith and Justice

Join the Lutheran Office for Public Policy in Wisconsin and Pastor Ron Glusenkamp for Filled with Good Things, a four-session online Advent series exploring faith, hunger, belonging, advocacy, and community action. Sessions meet November 18 and December 2, 9, and 16, from 8–9 a.m. Arizona time / 7–8 a.m. Nevada Pacific time. All are invited to reflect, connect, and put faith into action. Learn more and register.

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Raise Your Voice at Lord of Life’s Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along

Celebrate the beginning of Advent with Lord of Life Lutheran Church’s Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along on Sunday, November 29, at 3 p.m. in Sun City West. Join the choirs and orchestra for beloved selections from Messiah, including the “Hallelujah Chorus.” Sing along or simply enjoy the music! Wednesday rehearsals are open to all, and a freewill offering will support the event.

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LSS-SW Seeks Towels and Toys for Christmas Wishes 2026

Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest is collecting new towel sets for older adults and new, unwrapped toys, games, sporting equipment, arts and crafts, and gift cards for children across Arizona. Gifts must be received by 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, 2026.

Shop the online wish list, give financially, volunteer, or organize a collection drive with your congregation through LSS-SW’s Christmas Wishes campaign.

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