Events

A luncheon for all who find themselves in a tougher season in life during the holidays. It just can’t be the most wonderful time of the year when we are also in a particular life struggle. Maybe grief, illness, divorce, or other challenges have us wondering how to approach the holidays this year. Rev. Malcolm...
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The Birmingham-Southern Concert Choir, the Birmingham-Southern Alumni Choir and the Canterbury Chancel Choir will present Ralph Vaughan Williams Christmas musical Hodie. This cantata by Williams was composed between 1953-1954, and is a beautiful celebration of the season. All are invited to attend this special presentation in Canterbury’s Sanctuary.

Side by Side Community Chorus will present “Melodies of the Season” on Tuesday, December 5 at 2 PM in Canterbury Hall. The 90-voice chorus and band will bring you the most heartwarming tunes and a few song stories, too! Take a break from the hustle and bustle and leave with a holiday melody in your...
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Don’t miss Canterbury’s Annual Pictures with Santa event hosted by Kids@Canterbury. Photos will be taken on Wednesday, December 6. Reservations are required and picture groups will start at 4:30 PM in the Covenant Classroom. Dinner will begin at 5 PM, so plan to make an evening of...
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Join the Canterbury Staff for fellowship, lunch, and a fun Christmas carol singalong! Lunch $5. RSVP to valerie.boyd@canterburyumc.org.

Festival of Trees will be held on Wednesday, December 13 from 5-7 PM. We will be celebrating and highlighting the many wonderful groups who are connected to Canterbury including age level ministries, Sunday School classes, non-profits, etc. The evening will also include a beautiful live nativity - complete with animals and Baby Jesus - as...
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Bundle up and join the fun in the Chapel parking lot! We will enjoy some yummy hot chocolate, fire pits, and even better fellowship and Christmas music! Invite a friend and bring some chairs. See you there!

You are invited to a special worship service held on Winter Solstice - the longest night before Christmas. Join us at 6 PM in the Chapel, a sacred space, to reflect and accept where we really are, as we hold out for healing and hope this season. (This service will be livestreamed.)