We have a tendency of skipping over Biblical genealogies. They just seem long, boring, and filled with a dizzying number of begats. However, these genealogies are actually family trees with fascinating stories. They are filled with history, characters, and meaning. In this Advent season, we will read the genealogy in Matthew 1 and see the insights it offers us as to what Jesus was born to do.
Service of Hope & Light – December 7
A Service of Hope & Light is a service to help bring hope & light to those who are struggling at this time of year. Some come because they are lonely, estranged or far from home. Others come suffering from illness or addiction or abuse. Some come who are overwhelmed with worry for loved ones or our world, grief, conflict. We are not alone. Come and rest in Hope & Light on Sunday, December 7 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the sanctuary with refreshments afterward in Crossroads.
Christmas Cantata – December 14
On Sunday, December 14, the Chancel Choir and Chamber Orchestra will present “Once Upon a Night” by Pepper Choplin at 8:15am and 11:00am Traditional Services. Told from the perspective of Luke, this moving work uses seasonal carols and dramatic narrations, bringing to life the ultimate story of love in Christ’s incarnation and birth.
Christmas Eve – December 24
Join us to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ at one of our Christmas Eve services on Wednesday, December 24!
*Livestream Services on YouTube
Christmas Eve Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers are needed to help serve on Christmas Eve! Sign Up link coming soon!
Sunday After Christmas – December 28
On Sunday, December 28, we will offer 2 worship services: 9:35 a.m. Contemporary and 11:00 a.m. Traditional.
Both services will be live streamed on YouTube.
Advent Devotional – Roots of Grace: The Family Tree of Redemption
This Advent, we invite you to journey with us through Roots of Grace, a daily devotional written by Apex UMC members and staff. Together we will explore how God’s grace moves through generations, taking root in ordinary lives and blossoming into hope, peace, joy, and love. Beginning December 1, each reflection will draw us closer to the heart of God’s story, the story of a Savior who enters our human family to renew, redeem, and restore. Come read, pray, and discover how the family tree of Christ continues to grow in and through us today.
Geography of Salvation Advent Bible Study
This Advent, explore A Geography of Salvation, a four week Bible study that journeys through the landscapes of Isaiah as we move through mountains, rivers, deserts, and the place where heaven touches earth. Together, we will discover how God’s hope, peace, joy, and love take shape in the ordinary terrain of our lives. Join any of the the following small groups or Sunday School classes to participate in this Bible study:
College Christmas Reunion – December 15
College students are invited to a reunion night on December 14 at 6:00 p.m. Join us for dinner, fellowship, and a chance to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones! RSVP here.
Encore Christmas Party – December 19
Join Encore (55+) for a Ruckus lunch and festive Christmas party with a fun white elephant gift exchange game on December 18, 11:30 am–1:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. The cost for lunch is $15 per person. Please bring a wrapped gift of an item from your home for the gift exchange game – please don’t buy anything new, simply bring something useful, festive, or funny from your home that you are willing to part with. Register online by December 15.
Adventure Kids Extreme – December 19
Christmas Party is an evening of fun for children and their Youth leaders that will include a pizza dinner, games, and a variety of indoor inflatables. This special Christmas edition of Adventure Kids on Friday, December 19 is expanded! We are inviting preschoolers (must have turned 3 years by 08/31/2025) through 5th grade to play from 6:00 – 8:30 pm so parents can get some shopping done or have a dinner date! All are welcome, even if you have not been attending Sunday School. The cost to participate is $15 per child, $40 max per family, which covers the cost of dinner and all games. Register online by December 15.
Christmas Store
There are many families in southern Wake County who do not have adequate resources to purchase gifts for their children at Christmas time. They find themselves struggling just to make ends meet for the necessities of life. Additionally, there are many other people in this area who have abundant resources. They find themselves wanting to help their neighbors, but they do not know what the need is or how to help. The purpose of the Christmas Store is to bring these two groups together.
Beginning November 1st you can take a tag from one of the Christmas trees in Crossroads, the CLC and the Discipleship Center. You purchase new toys/gifts appropriate to the age and gender on the tag and place the gift under the tree with the tag attached by December 7. The Store will be held this year at United Church in Apex on December 12 and 13. Parents will have the opportunity to “shop” for gifts for their children from the donations we help provide. This is a great opportunity to involve your kids in a generosity lesson for the holidays. Contact Mary Morris at marymorris115@gmail.com with questions. Thank you for your generous support. https://christmasstorenc.com/
Feed the Children
1 in 5 children in the Triangle go hungry every day. Feed the Kids (FTK) takes action against childhood hunger in our community by providing weekend meals and snacks to food insecure kids through several local schools. Not only does FTK help individuals become healthier children, but it also enables them to be fully engaged students. FTK currently delivers shelf-stable food to eight schools feeding 178 kids each week. Our ministry is constantly in need of individually packaged breakfasts, snacks, ramen, and canned meat. Please leave donations in the bin marked Feed the Kids in the traffic circle at Apex UMC (near Crossroads). If you would like to volunteer with Feed the Kids or for more information, please visit the website: feedthekidsnc.org! Thanks so much for your continued support.
Christmas Poinsettia
Order poinsettias to be displayed in our worship spaces this Advent and Christmas season in honor or in memory of loved ones. Plants are $15 per dedication and will be placed in worship on Sunday, December 14. The deadline to place an order online is 10:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 7.
Poinsettias will be placed in worship on Sunday, December 14.
Poinsettias may be taken home on Christmas Eve, December 24.
Questions? Contact Todd Arant at todd.arant@apexumc.org
Apex Rotary Christmas Parade
Apex UMC will be participating in the The Apex Rotary Club Christmas Parade again this year!
It is being held this year on Saturday, December 6, 2025 starting at 5:00 p.m.
Come enjoy the warmth of the CLC Gym for hot cocoa, Christmas music, and plenty of Christmas cheer! Stop in on your way to or from the parade, or stay a while and enjoy fellowship with other community members.
We are looking for volunteers to help set up the space, serve hot chocolate and Christmas cheer to visitors, and clean up after. Please click here if you can help.
