Holiday Music & Arts Events at Plymouth
Sounds of the Season: Holiday Concerts & Events
Lessons & Carols
Sunday, Dec. 14 at 9 and 11 AM
Worship services take on a special significance as Plymouth choirs and instrumentalists lead the congregation in lessons and carols, telling the story of Christ’s birth. Plymouth’s K-12 choirs will lead worship at 9 AM and then Plymouth’s Chancel Choir will lead worship at 11 AM.
Longest Night Service
Monday, Dec. 15 at 6 PM
Join us in Waveland Hall for candle-lighting, healing prayers, quiet, scripture, communion, and music that acknowledge that God's presence is for you and that God's word comes to shine light into your life and our world. Reflections will be offered by the Stephen Ministers. This is a worship gathering for all ages. Everyone, regardless of church affiliation, is welcome.
Soul Singers Carol at Plymouth Place
Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 6:10 PM
Plymouth’s Soul Singers (6th-8th grade) will be visiting Plymouth Place to bring residents some holiday cheer.
“Bells of Winter” with the Des Moines Concert Handbells
Saturday, Dec. 20 at 3 PM
Des Moines’ premiere handbell ensemble, Des Moines Concert Handbells, presents an afternoon of Christmas and seasonal music that will brighten your spirits and reinvigorate your holiday cheer. Old favorites and a few new tunes are on the program, with maybe a surprise or two in store! This concert is free to all; donations will be accepted.
Christmas Pops Concert
Sunday, Dec. 21 at 7 PM
Get ready for a festive celebration like no other! Join us for an unforgettable evening where the joyful sounds of brass, vocal soloists, and the rich tones of organist Sohee Lee fill the air with holiday favorites, lively Christmas pop tunes, and beloved carols, all performed in a unique and engaging collage concert format. Perfect for the whole family, this free event promises to warm your heart and lift your spirits as we come together to share the magic of the season. While the concert is free, your generous donations are welcome to support our community’s musical traditions. Don’t miss out on this enchanting holiday experience!
Christmas Eve Services
Join Plymouth Church for Christmas Eve on Wednesday, Dec. 24!
Christmas Eve Morning | 11 AM
An abbreviated service in the Sanctuary for those seeking an earlier option. Communion is served and a meditation.
Family Christmas Eve | 5 PM
This is a child-friendly service of lessons and carols with glow sticks instead of candles in the Sanctuary. All ages are welcome.
Waveland Christmas Eve | 7 PM
A casual, Saturday Night-styled service with communion and a sermon in Waveland Hall.
Candlelight Services | 9 and 11 PM
Services will include carols by candlelight, choral anthems, and a sermon. The Chancel Choir will lead worship at 9 PM and the Matins Choir will lead worship at 11 PM.
Worship Services Dec. 27-28
There will be no 9 AM service this weekend. Only 5 PM and 11 AM.