Join The Crossing for Christmas Eve

Join us for a time of meaningful worship and prayer. Services will be at 1:00, 2:30, 4:00, and 5:30 p.m. on December 24.

All ages are welcome. Crossing Kids will be available for infants through preschool. 

 
Can't join in person? Tune in online!

We will livestream each of the four Christmas Eve services at thecrossingchurch.com/livestream.

Did you know The Crossing app is available on Apple TV, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV devices? Stream our Christmas Eve service directly to your home with one of these apps!

Please note: The Crossing Christmas services are only on Christmas Eve (Dec. 24). We will not have church on Christmas Day (Dec. 25).

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The Magic Tree

 

LIT DAILY FROM 5 TO 10 PM 

 

 

What is the Magic Tree?


Nearly 200,000 colorful lights (that's 38 miles worth!) illuminate The Crossing's 85-foot sycamore tree, reminding us that all 200,000 members of Boone county matter to God.

Stop by to admire The Magic Tree and take photos anytime. Plus, you won't want to miss our special Friday night experiences. 

Find more details about what to expect at the Magic Tree in 2022 here: 

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Looking for more encouragement this Christmas?

 

 

Check out Light in the Night: An Online Christmas Experience.

This full service from Christmas 2020 was a way to worship together online when we couldn't be together in person. We hope it continues to encourage you this year.