Advent is a period of spiritual preparation in which we make ourselves ready for the coming, or birth of the Lord, Jesus Christ. Celebrating Advent involves prayer, repentance, and followed by anticipation, hope, and joy.

Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas Day. First day of Advent this year (2026) is Sunday, November 29th.

Lighting an Advent wreath is a custom that began with Lutherans and Catholics in 16th-century Germany. The Advent wreath is a circle of branches or garland with five candles arranged on the wreath. During the season of Advent, one candle on the wreath is lit each Sunday.

Families enjoy making their own Advent Wreath as part of celebrating the season at home as well. See photos below of our congregation making theirs.

Join us on November 29th to make your wreath for 2026.

November 29 - 10am: Advent Wreath Making

December 5 - 6:30pm - Mt. Airy Christmas Parade. Come see our Float!

December 6 - 11:00am: Christmas Cantata

December 13 - 4:00pm: Christmas Program

December 17 - 7:00pm: Blue Christmas

December 19 - 3pm: German Christmas Service

December 20 - 4:00pm: Caroling at the homes of Calvary’s Seniors