Join us as we celebrate the seasons of Advent and Christmas this December!
Advent Midweek Services: Each Wednesday in December we gather for worship, prayer, and singing at 7 PM. We also enjoy a soup supper from 5:30-6:30 before the services, with a freewill offering to benefit groups within the church and community.
Sunday, December 14
8:30 AM – Sunday School Christmas Service: Join us as the children of Memorial Lutheran Church and Student Center in Ames, Iowa, retell the story of Christ’s birth.
11 AM – Student Christmas Service: Join us as we celebrate Christmas early with the students from Iowa State University before they leave for winter break.
Wednesday, December 24
5 PM – Family Christmas Eve Service – Join us for a family-focused Christmas Eve service with a children’s message!
7 PM – Traditional Christmas Eve Service – Join us for a traditional Christmas Eve service of lessons and carols as we hear again of the gift of Jesus.
December worship schedule
Wednesday, December 3, 7 PM Advent Midweek Service
Saturday, December 6 5 PM Informal Worship
Sunday, December 7 8:30 and 11 AM O Antiphons service
Wednesday, December 10, 7 PM Advent Midweek Service
Saturday, December 13 5 PM Informal Worship
Sunday, December 14 8:30 AM Sunday School Christmas Service: Join us as the children of Memorial Lutheran Church and Student Center in Ames, Iowa, retell the story of Christ’s birth.
Sunday, December 14 11 AM – Student Christmas Service: Join us as we celebrate Christmas early with the students from Iowa State University before they leave for winter break.
Wednesday, December 17, 7 PM Advent Midweek Service
Saturday, December 19 5 PM Informal Worship
Sunday, December 20 8:30 AM
Sunday, December 20 11 AM – Informal Worship
Wednesday, December 24, 5 PM Family Christmas Eve Service – Join us for a family-focused Christmas Eve service with a children’s message!
Wednesday, December 24, 7 PM Traditional Christmas Eve Service – join us for a traditional Christmas Eve service of lessons and carols as we hear again of the gift of Jesus.
Sunday, December 28 10 AM Carol Service. Join us as we come together at one service to continue the celebration of Christmas.
Story County Christmas Events
Memorial Lutheran Church and Student Center offers Christmas events that highlight the joy, music, and meaning of the season. From Advent devotions to festive gatherings and opportunities for community prayer, each event helps families and visitors prepare their hearts for Christmas. These simple, Christ-focused traditions provide a peaceful alternative to the rush of holiday activities. Join us in Story County for events that encourage reflection, fellowship, and the celebration of Jesus’ birth.
Ames Christmas Events
Memorial Lutheran Church and Student Center offers Christmas events that highlight the joy, music, and meaning of the season. From Advent devotions to festive gatherings and opportunities for community prayer, each event helps families and visitors prepare their hearts for Christmas. These simple, Christ-focused traditions provide a peaceful alternative to the rush of holiday activities. Join us in Ames for events that encourage reflection, fellowship, and the celebration of Jesus’ birth.
Iowa State University Christmas Events
Memorial Lutheran Church and Student Center offers Christmas events that highlight the joy, music, and meaning of the season. From Advent devotions to festive gatherings and opportunities for community prayer, each event helps families and visitors prepare their hearts for Christmas. These simple, Christ-focused traditions provide a peaceful alternative to the rush of holiday activities. Join us across the street from Iowa State University for events that encourage reflection, fellowship, and the celebration of Jesus’ birth.