The Christmas season brings packed church pews and familiar carols, even for those who rarely darken a church’s doors. And Christmas Eve services – with their traditional and spiritual focus – draw growing numbers of churched and unchurched alike. As pastors and church leaders notice this yearly uptick in attendance, they are placing more emphasis on crafting meaningful Christmas Eve experiences.
Clear trends are emerging in how churches approach candlelit services. Thom Rainer has put together a list of these trends to help you take on the season. Christmas offers churches fresh opportunities to reach people seeking timeless truths, so make sure you’re prepared on how to best serve all those new faces in your pews.