Those Who Missed Christmas

Christmas—it’s the most wonderful time of the year. But, let’s be honest, as the season gets more commercialized and crowded with activities, it’s easy to miss what this holiday is all about and what it means for our lives today. Join us for this three-week series as we explore the characters who missed the very first Christmas and what their stories can teach us today.

November 30
The King Who Missed Christmas
Sameed Osman
Imagine missing Christmas, not because you lacked the opportunity or the resources, but simply because your heart was in the wrong place. That’s exactly what happened to King Herod on that first Christmas. Join us as we explore his story and uncover some lessons that will help us to avoid making the same mistakes.

December 7
The Innkeeper Who Missed Christmas
Jon Rychener
That first Christmas, the town of Bethlehem was filled with the hustle and bustle of people registering for a Roman Census. But in all the commotion, Joseph and Mary were turned away from being given a guest room. What can we learn from the innkeeper who missed the arrival of the Savior? And how can we ensure we make room for Jesus this Christmas? Join us as we seek to answer these important questions.

December 14
The Town That Missed Christmas
Jon Rychener
How would you feel if the most important moment in history took place right in your hometown and you missed it? That’s what happened in the small town of Bethlehem when Jesus was born. If that could happen on the first Christmas, what’s to say something similar couldn’t happen this Christmas? Join us as we discover how to avoid missing the incredible things God is doing in our lives today.