As Dean Gray sets out on his sabbatical, the congregation will spend the season of Advent considering the idea of rest as a way of returning to God. Click here to view our Christmas Eve services.
Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, Nov. 27 at 10 a.m.: Before Advent starts pause and give thanks for the blessings of God’s abundance! We will offer a simple Holy Eucharist at 10 a.m., and we warmly invite you and your family to join us. Come dressed casually; the service lasts less than an hour and will have you back in time to see the end of the Macy’s Parade and to put the sweet potato casserole in the oven!
Circle of Lights | Friday, Nov. 28: Come enjoy this time-honored holiday celebration to watch the Solders and Sailors Monument turn into the city’s largest Christmas tree! CCC youth will sell cookies and cocoa on the front lawn to raise funds to finance activities throughout the year.
Advent Wreath Making | Sunday, Nov. 30: Make an advent wreath to take home! Wreaths are made of fresh evergreens and come with the four candles to be lit each week during Advent symbolizing hope, love, joy, and peace. Bags will be available to take supplies home if desired. We also will have an ornament-making craft for children and the young at heart. St. Nicholas, whose feast day is Dec. 6, will visit to hand out candy canes and leave treats in children’s shoes.
Sundays in Advent | 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.: Our forum series will focus on the many theological layers of rest, from the sabbath to resting in God’s hope and everything in between. Come to be refreshed by the promises of God, and return to God’s presence in this holy season!
La Virgen de Guadalupe | Thursday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.: Christ Church Cathedral welcomes you as we remember with joy the five appearances of the Virgin Mary to Juan Diego, a Mexican farmer. Featuring a procession on Monument Circle, folkloric dancers and music from our phenomenal Coro Latinoamericano, this is a celebration not to be missed. A festive reception follows this Spanish-language service.
Las Posadas | Dec. 16-23 : Christ Church’s Posadas occur daily at 6 p.m. from Dec. 16 through Dec. 23. During the Posadas we re-enact Joseph and Mary’s journey seeking shelter for them and the New Born King. We will meet at different homes, where everybody is invited to join in. If you are interested in participating, please contact the Cathedral office or Verónica Godinez for location information. ALL ARE WELCOME!
Blue Christmas | Dec. 21 at 7 p.m.: CCC will join Roberts Park United Methodist Church for their Blue Christmas service. This service honors all those who may not feel happy or jolly during this season when others seem to be at their most festive. Address: 401 N. Delaware St.
See our full line-up of 2025 Christmas services and events at www.cccindy.org/christmas2025.
