A Candlelight Service: Celebrating the Light of the World

Celebrate Christmas Eve with us as we embark on a heartfelt journey through the story of Jesus' birth.

When: Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Time: 2:30 PM & 4:30 PM

Where: Crosspoint SCV.

Address: 23415 Cinema Dr. Santa Clarita CA 91355

Here at Crosspoint, we believe Christmas is a time to celebrate Christ’s birth. Join us for a special candlelight service where you'll feel the heart of what makes Crosspoint a place for Christ, community, and care.

We will reflect on the angel Gabriel’s message to Mary (Luke 1:26-35, 38) and rejoice in the wonder of Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem (Luke 2:1-20).

Experience the Joy, Peace and Light of Christmas as You Discover Its True Beauty and Meaning

Step into the warmth of our church and let the glow of candlelight set the tone for a memorable Christmas Eve. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• A Peaceful Candlelit Atmosphere
  Discover the beauty and tranquility that represent the hope and light of Christ as the sanctuary is filled with the gentle flicker of lighting.

• New & Traditional Christmas Carols
  joining us in singing well-known carols that have been handed down through the ages, commemorating the wonder and delight of Jesus' birth.

• Scripture Readings to Inspire
  Hear the miraculous story of Christmas through readings from Luke 1:26-35; 38 and Luke 2:1-20, reminding us of God’s faithfulness and love.

• A Message of Hope
  Pastor Leaf will share a heartfelt message about the significance of Christ's birth and its timeless impact on our lives today.

• Moments of Quiet Reflection and Prayer
  Take time to pause, reflect, and feel the presence of God’s peace despite the hustle of the season.

This special service is designed to uplift your spirit and remind us all of the true meaning of Christmas. Let us celebrate the miraculous story of Jesus' birth.

Scriptures read at the Christmas Eve candlelight service 2024

26 In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27 to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28 The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.”

29 Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. 30 But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. 31 You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. 32 He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, 33 and he will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; his kingdom will never end.”

34 “How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?”

35 The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called[a] the Son of God.

38 “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her.

2 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2 (This was the first census that took place while[a] Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to their own town to register.

4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, 7 and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.

8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”

13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,

14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven,
    and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”

15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.”

16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, 18 and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. 19 But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. 20 The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you. Invite your loved ones and make this Christmas Eve unforgettable.

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