Advent is one of the most beautiful seasons in the life of the church. In this time, we prepare our hearts to welcome the birth of the Christ Child. But it is more than that. For we know that this babe born in Bethlehem is also the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. So as the people awaited His birth, so do we await His return. We wait, full of Hope, Peace, Love, and Joy. We would welcome you to join us for Advent here at Starkville First.
Here is our schedule of services and special events for this Holy Season!
November 29, 2026
Schedule:
8:30 am – Gathering
9:00 am - Sunday School
10:00 am - Traditional Worship (Sanctuary)
10:00 am - Connection (CLC)
5:00 pm - Advent Fest - Our Advent Fest is a time for families and children to make crafts, enjoy Christmas snacks, and be together as a Church family to prepare fo the birth of Christ!
December 2 – 7
This is our yearly Exam Slam. During these days, our church opens its doors to local students as a place to study, relax, and enjoy three meals a day as they prepare for finals. If you’d like to learn more about Exam Slam or volunteer, contact our church office! You can also sign up here!
December 6, 2026
Schedule:
8:30 am – Gathering
9:00 am - Sunday School
10:00 am - Traditional Worship (Sanctuary) - Christmas Around the World - The Chancel Choir will present their Christmas music on Sunday, December 6, during the morning worship hour. “Christmas Around the World” includes anthems from Canada, New Zealand, Venezuela, the West Indies, Ghana, Poland, France, England, and the good old USA. The Brass Ensemble will also help lead us in worship.
10:00 am - Connection (CLC)
December 13, 2026
Schedule:
8:30 am – Gathering
9:00 am - Sunday School
10:00 am - Traditional Worship (Sanctuary) - Our Handbell and Children's Choir will be leading us in worship this Sunday!
10:00 am - Connection (CLC)
December 20, 2026
Schedule:
8:30 am – Gathering
9:00 am - Sunday School
10:00 am - Traditional Worship (Sanctuary)
10:00 am - Connection (CLC)
6:00 pm - Blue Christmas - As joyous as this season is for many of us, it is not as happy for others. Each year, we offer a Blue Christmas Service for those who are having their "first" or maybe their "twentieth" Christmas without a loved one. For those who find this season especially hard, we'd love for you to join us on December 20 at 6:00 pm.
December 24, 2026
5:00 pm - Christmas Eve Communion - Come join us for the Christmas story, candlelight communion, and the beauty of Silent Night. We can't wait to worship with you!
December 27, 2026
Schedule:
8:30 am – Gathering
9:00 am - Sunday School
10:00 am – Combined Worship Service (Sanctuary)