Christmas By Candlelight
- Christmas Eve Worship Services by Candlelight at 5:00 and 7:00 pm
- NOTE: Our Services will be streamed LIVE for those exercising extra caution due to COVID-19. Find us on Facebook and YouTube.

There’s nothing more beautiful than the Candlelight Service at Immanuel on Christmas Eve Night! We invite you to join us in our yearly tradition. Bring friends and family and sing to the Christ Child with familiar Christmas hymns. Experience splendid melodies from our choirs and musicians. Take in the sights and smells of twinkling lights and evergreens.
COVID-19 Protocols Are In Place.
Immanuel is exercising extra caution during these times of elevated risk. Worshipers are required to wear a mask or face covering while inside our buildings. Capacity is limited to 50% and alternating pews are closed off to allow for proper social distancing. If you or someone in your home has not been feeling well, please stay at home. Our services are broadcast LIVE on YouTube and Facebook for those who cannot attend in person. Learn more about our COVID-19 response at immanueljoplin.com/COVID.
Hear the Christmas Gospel from the mouths of the angels, from the shepherds, and from Jesus’ mother Mary. Ponder Pastor Mech’s message, which is sure to bring focus, clarity and meaning to your Christmas Evening.
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger. (Luke 2:11-12 ESV)

The Christmas Eve Service concludes with the whole congregation holding candles and singing “Silent Night.” Whether you’re a member or a visitor, you won’t want to miss it. Come home to Immanuel Lutheran Church on Christmas Eve. There is a place for you here.
Questions? Please give us a call at the Church Office or stop by during business hours (417-624-0333) or you can click and send us an online Contact Card.
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- Advent and Christmas Schedule
Christmas Eve Services | Immanuel Lutheran Church LCMS
Come to Immanuel-Joplin's Christmas Eve Service with your family! Candlelight Worship Services at 5:00 and 7:00 pm. Celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior! Silent Night. Brass choir. Nativity. Joy to the World!
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