Coming up this Christmas

As we move through Advent and prepare to celebrate Christmas, we also look ahead to what’s coming up.

The territorial theme Love Came Down reminds us of God’s incredible gift to the world – his Son, Jesus Christ. Salvationist is here to support you with inspiring content and practical resources online – don’t miss out!

Explore our Advent and Christmas hub packed with articles, videos, worship opportunities, and downloadable resources to empower you to explore and share the love this season.

1. Listen: Advent Sunday Worship

From 30 November, join Major Gordon Cotterill (Secretary for Spiritual Life Development) on Salvationist Radio each Sunday at 11am and 6pm for inspiring Advent messages to prepare your heart and mind for Christmas. Missed the show? Catch up later on podcast. 

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Advent Sunday Worship

2. Share the Good News: Christmas Articles

Keep up with stories, Bible studies and reflections for the festive season in Salvationist, Kids Alive! and War Cry.

The Christmas issues are missional resources that can be used throughout December – find out how they can help.

3. Celebrating Christmas with The Salvation Army

Join us for a joyful evening of celebration and worship on 3 December as we share live updates on the territorial Christmas carol concert at the Royal Albert Hall.

Mark your diaries for the YouTube release on 10 December! Subscribe to the Salvation Army YouTube account to be alerted when the video is released.

4. Top 10 Christmas Carols with Salvationist Radio

What is your favourite Christmas carol? From 1 December, vote in this year’s Salvationist Top 10 Christmas carol competition as we form a list of the best-loved songs of the season. Voting is open until 15 December.

Tune into Salvationist Radio to enjoy our Christmas playlists, played from 30 November.

5. Explore faith this Christmas

Who is Jesus? What is Advent? Who's who in the Nativity?

A dedicated webpage will be available soon for those curious about the Christian faith, including explainers to help you share the gospel and invite others to experience Christ’s love this Christmas.

6. Prepare for Christmas: Advent Resources

Download Love Came Down-themed materials to support your church during Advent and Christmas. Perfect for gathered worship, outreach and small groups.

7. Listen: Reflect on the meaning of Christmas carols

Ever wondered what your favourite Christmas carol means? Join Salvationist Radio for O Come, O Come Emmanuel – the show that provides helpful reflections on the nation’s best-loved carols.

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8. Advent and Christmas Messages from Salvation Army leaders

Christmas is a time to share greetings and connect with those we have journeyed with over the past year.

This Advent, territorial leaders Commissioners Paul and Jenine Main explore how we can measure Christmas in love, rather than presents or parties.

As we draw nearer to Christmas Day, International Headquarters will publish a message from international leader General Lyndon Buckingham.

Stay Connected

There’s so much more to explore!

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