Christmas Services & Events 2026
Join us to celebrate the birth of the Christ child.
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. … The Lord is at hand” (Philippians 4:4–5).
Rejoice, The Lord is at Hand
Take a break from doomscrolling and join us in reflecting on the enormity of what it means that God sent His Son to earth — for us. We call the Gospel message of salvation in Jesus Christ the “Good News,” but it’s really the best news in the world, and it’s worth sharing with everyone.
We invite you to join us at Peace With Christ this Advent and Christmas. While here, you’ll hear the truth about God and His Son, Jesus Christ. You will also learn about why Christians can rejoice, even amid trial and hardship. “The Lord is at hand” for us today, tomorrow and always.
Christmas Church Services & Events
Midweek Advent Services (2026)
During the month of December, we have a soup supper at 5:30pm followed by an Advent Service at 6:30pm. All are welcome at both events!
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 | Soup Supper 5:30 pm | Service 6:30pm
Wednesday, December 9, 2026 | Soup Supper 5:30 pm | Service 6:30pm
Wednesday, December 16, 2026 | Soup Supper 5:30 pm | Service 6:30pm
Christmas Eve Service (2026)
Our Christmas Eve service is beautiful and reverent, filled with sacred Christmas songs and closes with a candlelit Silent Night. All children receive a Christmas treat bag.
Thursday, December 24, 2026 | 7pm
Christmas Day Divine Service (2026)
Keep Christ in Christmas by celebrating the Lord’s birth at Divine Service.
Friday, December 25, 2026 | 10am
What is Christmas About?
And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. (John 1:14, ESV)
Christmas is about the eternal Word of God, God’s Son, taking on human flesh for our salvation.
God the Father created the world through His Son. When the world fell into darkness on account of human sin, He sent that same Son to redeem the world. By the power of the Holy Spirit, He was born to a woman named Mary, 2000 years ago.
He lived a perfect life, the life we have not lived on account of our sins. Yet, he suffered the consequences of sin through His death. That suffering was in our stead.
All who believe in Him have eternal life. We share in the the merits of His righteous life because He shared with us in the consequences of our sin.
That’s the message we celebrate at Christmas.
What to Expect
You can expect a warm welcome, reverent and relevant worship, and Christ-focused, biblical teaching at Peace With Christ Lutheran Church.
You will arrive at Peace With Christ in our narthex – a room outside of our worship area (sanctuary). Our worship services are held in the sanctuary and our fellowship and education events are held in the fellowship hall.
If you are here for a worship service, an usher will hand you a bulletin, and you can find a seat in whatever pew you like. Our pastor will also often greet you before the service.
Our worship services are about an hour long. You will find them to be reverent but also relevant to our greatest struggles.
You can just show up! There is no need to make a reservation or to call beforehand. We have space for you, and we often have people just show up.
However, if you feel more comfortable if you talked with us before arriving, please reach out to our office at (970) 226-4721.
Even if you don’t talk with us before coming, you are welcome at Peace With Christ.
We have long, cushioned benches with backs on them called pews.
You are welcome to sit in any pew you prefer. On some Sundays, we may have a few pews in the front reserved for groups observing a special occasion like a baptism.
Worship consists of readings from our holy book called the Bible, an explanation of those readings (sermon), prayers, and singing. At most of our worship services, the congregation confesses its wrongdoings (sin) and receives forgiveness. We also observe a small, ritual meal called Holy Communion at most of our services. At some of our worship services, an individual may receive a ritual application of water called Holy Baptism.
Our worship services follow an ancient and set pattern. We call this the “Liturgy.” You will find that our worship services are reverent. We believe that God comes to us at worship – that’s a holy thing, so we treat it that way.
Even though our worship services are reverent, you will find that they are also not “stuffy” or irrelevant. Worship is heartfelt and can even be surprising.
Worship services are led by an organ.
You are welcome to participate in the worship service to the extent that you feel comfortable. You do not need to sing any hymns or speak the creed or any other responses.
In general, it is polite to stand when the rest of the congregation stands and to sit when they sit, if you are able. However, if you are unable to stand or feel uncomfortable standing for the portions of the worship service when we stand, you are free to remain seated.
If you are not a communicant member of a Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) congregation, we ask that you speak with the pastor before receiving communion at our altar. We make this request out of love for you and your spiritual well-being.
If you are unable to receive communion at our altar, simply remain seated during the communion distribution.
We will not call special attention to you as a visitor. You will not be asked to stand up or introduce yourself.
There is no cost to attend our worship services.
We have an offering box at the entrance into the narthex. If you wish to contribute to our ministry, you may leave a contribution there but this is not expected or required.
We welcome communicant members of sister congregations in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) to receive communion at our altar.
If you are not a communicant member of an LCMS congregation, we ask that you speak with the pastor before receiving communion. We make this request out of love for you and your spiritual well-being.
If you are unable to receive communion at our altar, simply remain seated during the communion distribution.
There’s no dress code at Peace With Christ. Some people prefer jeans and casual attire, while others choose to wear suits or dresses. We care about your presence, not your clothing.
Yes! Peace With Christ welcomes children. We have many child-focused programs like Sunday School, Catechism Class, and Youth Group.
Children are always welcome in worship at Peace With Christ. We want our children to worship with us, so they can hear the Word of God and learn the life of faith.
We understand that children can be restless and noisy. That’s okay! If you feel like you need to step outside to calm your child, however, you can take them into the area outside of our worship area or our nursery. You can still hear the service in both locations.
Peace With Christ has an onsite parking lot. Handicapped parking is available.
We have a men’s and women’s restroom (with changing tables in both) in the hallway between the kitchen and the fellowship hall.
How to Find us
Our Church Community Serves all of Northern Colorado
We are located at 1412 W Swallow Rd in Fort Collins, CO, just west of Rocky Mountain High School.
We have church members from Wellington to Johnstown and from Horsetooth Reservoir to Ault. Join us for Christmas services in Northern Colorado!
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