CeLebrate the Hope of ChRistmAs
Christmas is a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus, worship together, and share the joy of His coming. Join us at First Baptist Opelika this Christmas season for special music, family celebrations, and opportunities to worship together as we remember the greatest gift of all.
There’s something for everyone this Christmas. We look forward to celebrating with you!
CeLebrate ChRistmAs WitH Us
From Christmas concerts to a live nativity and Christmas Eve worship, we invite you to make First Baptist Opelika part of your Christmas season.
The Sounds of Christmas
Celebrate the season through the sounds of Christmas as First Baptist Opelika handbells and musical ensembles share an evening of holiday music. Bring your family and friends for an evening of music that points our hearts toward the joy of Christmas.
He’s Here
Adult Choir and Orchestra Concert
Celebrate the birth of Jesus through an evening of worship featuring the First Baptist Opelika Adult Choir and Orchestra, along with student and college ensembles. Invite someone to join you for this special Christmas concert as we celebrate the good news that Jesus has come.
Childcare is available for children ages 3 and under.
Live Nativity
Experience the Christmas story come to life! Gather the family for an evening celebrating the birth of Jesus, complete with live animals, kids’ choirs, dinner, and more. Bring the kids, invite your neighbors, and enjoy a special evening together as we remember the story at the heart of Christmas.
Christmas Eve Services
- 1:00 p.m. | The 3:16 Center (downstairs)
- 3:00 p.m. | Both The 3:16 Center and Worship Center
- 5:00 p.m. | The Worship Center (Upstairs)
Make time to pause, worship, and celebrate the birth of our Savior. Join us at First Baptist Opelika for Christmas Eve services as we reflect on the hope and promise of Jesus. Childcare is available for children ages 3 and under at the 3:00 p.m. service.
We look forward to celebrating Christmas with you!
Plan Ahead for the Holidays
As we celebrate Christmas and welcome a new year, please take note of these changes to our regular worship schedule and church office hours.
Sunday, December 20
Combined Worship Service
David Brickner will preach in The Worship Center. No downstairs or overflow service. Normal age-graded activities, childcare, and Sunday School will be available.
Sunday, December 27
Together Sunday
8:30, 9:45, & 11:00 a.m.
Join us for combined worship in The Worship Center. There will be no downstairs or overflow service, age-graded activities, childcare, or Sunday School.
Sunday, January 3, 2027
Combined Worship Service
8:30, 9:45, & 11:00 a.m.
We will gather together in The Worship Center. No downstairs or overflow service. Normal age-graded activities, childcare, and Sunday School will be available.
Additional Holiday Schedule Changes
No Sunday Evening Activities:
- December 20
- December 27
- January 3
- January 10
- January 17
No Wednesday evening activities or services:
- December 23
- December 30
Church office closures:
- December 21-25
- December 31 (closing at noon)
- January 1
Keep thE ChRistmAs CeLebratioN Going
This Christmas season gives us opportunities to worship together, spend time with people we love, and remember the hope we have in Jesus. We’re grateful to celebrate with you.
We hope you’ll join us for Christmas at First Baptist Opelika and continue worshiping with us throughout the new year.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!