Christmas Eve at Foothills

A Boise Area Tradition for 100 Years

Christmas Eve At Foothills

Kick off your Christmas celebration with joy, music, and the story that changed the world! Our Christmas Eve services are packed with festive worship, a meaningful message, and a candlelight moment your whole family will love. Whether you’re a longtime Foothills friend or joining us for the first time, this is the perfect way to start Christmas morning with hope and excitement.

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 24

2:00 PM, 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM

Christmas Eve Special Events

Cookies & Hot Cocoa

Enjoy our homemade cookies paired with rich hot chocolate and freshly brewed coffee. These treats add sweetness to our gatherings, whether sharing laughter or reflecting on the birth of Christ, providing a warm pick-me-up in the candlelight.

Candle Light Service

As the soft candlelight fills the sanctuary, we will reflect on the miracle of Christ's birth, embracing peace and hope. Experience this memorable occasion and let the flickering flames remind you of the light that entered the world.

Family Photo Opportunity

Our 16ft tree and beautiful atrium is a great opportunity to get that Christmas Eve photo with the whole family. We will take a photo and print it during service for you to pick up and take home with you at the end of service!

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE FAQs

How will we take Communion?

We will have a time set aside in the service for you to practice Communion in your home or on-campus.

For those on campus, we will have  communion elements on each seat.

For those participating at home, it doesn’t have to be grape juice or crackers. This time is more about the meaning of communion and experience together. If there are graham crackers and some apple juice, consider it good!

What About the Kids?

This year will have kids ministry participating in elements of the service. So we will have the whole family together in the Auditorium this year! If you do need some space or privacy, the nursery will be open with a live feed of the service. And our atrium is great if your kids need to get some wiggles out for a minute.

Are all the services the same?

Yes each online service will have the same content:
   • Worship
   • Message
• Communion
• Habit of Generosity

Christmas Eve Special Events

Advent Devotional

We want to keep your focus on the reason for the season, Jesus. So we have created a digital devotional series just for you. We are reading verses from the Bible each day in December, then you will have one video each day sent directly to your phone with a devotional from one of our staff members.

Our hope is you will grow closer to Jesus as we get closer to celebrating his birth on December 25th.

To sign up to receive the videos just text "fhadvent2024" to 97000. If you are getting started late you will jump in on the current study and have the option of watching the previous videos as well.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Sunday

If you know anything about Foothills, you’ll understand that we believe in embracing joy and laughter while celebrating life together, and what better way to do that than with a little holiday spirit?

So gather your friends and family and join us in wearing your most festive and delightfully ugly sweater on Sunday, December 22, as we come together for a fun-filled day of celebration and cheer.

Christ Birthday Offering 2024

Christmas at Foothills is a special time of the year. The music, the messages, Christmas Eve services, the toy drive, and much more. Our mission drives us to consistently present the gospel message of Jesus and be the best church we can be for our community and the world.

Each year, in honor of the Birth of Jesus, we have a special focus of giving that goes beyond our regular habit of generosity. It is designed to make a specific and immediate impact.

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