Are you ready to experience the wonder of Christmas?

This Christmas season, slow down and truly experience what it’s all about. Take time to live in the moment—with faith, family, and friends—and discover the joy that comes from celebrating the true meaning of Christmas. It’s not just about what’s around us, but Who’s among us.

 Four Campuses

 Family Focused

 In-Person or Online

Christmas is stressful.

- It's difficult to find quality time

- It's hard to focus on what matters

- Kids are running around everywhere!

- Family is popping in unexpectedly!

This CHRISTMAS, let's do things differently.

Let's LIVE IN THE MOMENT!

FAITH

Living in the moment with FAITH means trusting God right where you are—finding peace and purpose in His presence today, not just in what’s ahead.

FAMILY

Living in the moment with FAMILY means cherishing the people closest to you—sharing laughter, love, and gratitude in the everyday moments that matter most.

FRIENDS

Living in the moment with FRIENDS means slowing down to connect, encourage, and create memories that remind us we’re never meant to walk this journey alone.

EXPERIENCE CHRISTMAS WEEEKLY FOCUS

WEEK 1

NOVEMBER 9 - NOVEMBER 15

LIVING IN THE MOMENT

Slowing down and truly experiencing the presence of God this Christmas Season.

 

This season isn't about rushing through the days of checking off a list - it's about slowing down and living in the moment. Let's take time to notice God's presence, to breathe, and to experience the wonder of Christmas all over again.

WEEK 2

NOVEMBER 16 - NOVEMBER 22

MAKING AN IMPACT THROUGH GENEROSITY

Living out the heart of Christmas by giving of ourselves and making an impact in our community.  This week we're focusing on generosity - not giving gifts, but giving ourselves. Every act of generosity tells the story of Jesus, who gave us everything. Join us as we make an impact through our ingathering offering, the Angel Tree, and our goal of 2,000 Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes!

WEEK 3

NOVEMBER 23 - NOVEMBER 29

SERVING OTHERS IN OUR COMMUNITY

Experiencing the heart of Christmas by serving others and spreading joy in our community.  When we serve others, we experience the heart of Christmas.  Whether it's providing meals, distributing food, or ringing the Salvation Army Bell - every moment of serving shines His light into our community.

WEEK 4

NOVEMBER 30 - DECEMBER 6

GROW IN YOUR FAITH

Taking intentional steps to deepen faith and connect with God and others this Christmas season.  This Christmas, let's take time to grow deeper - in prayer, in hope, and in faith. Invite someone to join you for Christmas Eve Services, gather your family for a time of devotions, and pray for those who are hurting.  Growth happens when we open our hearts to Him.

WEEK 5

DECEMBER 7 - DECEMBER 13

CONNECTING WITH OTHERS

Celebrating the joy of Christmas through relationships with friends, family and our church community.  The best memories are made together. This week is all about connection - laughing, celebrating, and experiencing Christmas with friends, family and our church community.

WEEK 6

DECEMBER 14 - DECEMBER 20

LIVING IN THE MOMENT WITH GRATITUDE

Slowing down, noticing God's blessings, and truly experienceing the season through gratitude.  To truly experience Christmas, we must have a thankful heart. It's easy to get caught up in the rush - the shopping lists, the parties, the planning - but if we pause and reflect on what God has done for us, we can experience the joy, peace, and wonder of the season like never before.  Let's slow down, take notice, and live fully in the moments He gives us the Christmas.

WEEK 7

DECEMBER 21 - DECEMBER 25

EXPERIENCE CHRISTMAS

Celebrating the culmination of the season - the joy, hope, and wonder of Christ's birth through meaningful moments.  The anticipation is building! Christmas Eve is almost here - the night we gather in the glow of candlelight to celebrate the hope and joy of Jesus' birth. Let's prepare our hearts for this night of peach and rejoice together on Christmas morning! As we've learned over the past six weeks, Christmas isn't just one day - it's a season full of moments to notice God's presence, share HIS love, and celebrate HIS gift to us.

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Location and Times

GAYLORD CAMPUS

1649 E-M-32 | Gaylord, MI

Sunday Morning | 9 & 10:30 AM

ALPENA CAMPUS

500 N 2nd Street | Alpena, MI

Sunday Morning | 10:30 AM

SAULT CAMPUS

1901 John Street | Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Sunday Morning | 10:30 AM

CHRISTMAS isn’t one day—

it’s a season full of MOMENTS

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN EXPERIENCE CHRISTMAS

LIVE IN THE MOMENTS THAT MATTER

1. Attend a Service

Join us for our Christmas teaching series called, "Backstage at Bethleham." In this series we will take a look at the Old Testament prophecies about the coming Messiah and how Jesus fulfilled them all.

2. Serve Others in our Community

Christmas is a season to give back and show God’s love to those around us. There are so many ways to serve your community this holiday season: participate in Bountiful Harvest by providing meals to those in need, volunteer with our Food Truck distribution, or help ring the bells for the Salvation Army. Every act of service spreads hope, joy, and the spirit of Christmas.

3. Grow in Your Faith

This Christmas season, take steps to deepen your faith and share the hope of Jesus with others. Invite someone to a Christmas Eve service, engage your family with our weekly Christmas devotional, join in the fun with our social media challenges, and pray for those who are hurting. Every moment spent in faith helps you experience the true joy of the season.

4. Make an Impact Through Generosity

Your generosity can change lives this Christmas. Participate in our Ingathering Offering, bring joy to families through the Angel Tree, and help us reach our goal of donating over 2,000 boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Every gift, big or small, spreads hope, love, and the true spirit of Christmas.

5. Connect with Others

Christmas is a season to be together and share the joy of the season. Come to our Christmas Open House, attend a Sunday morning service or Christmas Eve service, and engage with us on social media through fun Christmas challenges. Don’t forget to spend meaningful time with friends and loved ones—every connection is a chance to celebrate faith, family, and community.

SURVIVING GRIEF 

The holidays are often painted as joyful, filled with family gatherings, laughter, and cherished traditions. But when you’ve experienced the death of a loved one the season can feel completely different. The lights, the music, the familiar scents and scenes—they can all trigger waves of grief, sadness, and even guilt for not being in the “holiday spirit.”

 

At E-FREE Church, we understand how overwhelming this time can be. You’re not just facing a holiday; you’re facing it without someone who shaped your world—without the person who likely made this time of year so special. That weight is real, and your feelings are valid.

 

Click the button below for resources that are available to you, as well as a the grief service by Pastor Scott Distler.

 CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE TIMES

GAYLORD CAMPUS

December 24th @ 2pm | 4pm

 

JOIN US UNDER THE DOWNTOWN PAVILLON FOR A SPECIAL COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE @ 6PM. CHRISTMAS CAROLS, HOT COCOA & MUCH MORE!

ONLINE CAMPUS

December 24th @ 2pm | 4pm

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ALPENA CAMPUS

December 21st @ 6 pm

 

500 N. 2nd Street

Alpena, MI

 

SAULT CAMPUS

December 24th @ 5:30pm

 

1901 John Street

Sault Ste. Marie, MI

 

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