This Christmas Season at King's Community Church
WRITTEN BY chris johnston
Christmas is always such a special time at King’s Community Church. It’s a season of joy, family, celebration, and remembering the good news of Jesus — and this year, we’re believing for something truly significant.
We’re seeing this Christmas not just as a series of events, but as a huge opportunity for people to come to know Jesus. Thousands across the Solent are open to an invitation at this time of year. Friends, neighbours, colleagues, and family members are often more willing to step into church in December than at any other time.
These are opportunities for us to come together as a church family and share responsibility — whether through inviting people, serving at our events, or simply sitting next to someone new. You have the chance to be part of someone’s story this Christmas.
Here’s what’s coming up:
Sunday 14 December – Christmas at King’s Community Church
9:15am & 11:15am
We’re thrilled to welcome back J. John again and as our guest preacher for this year’s big Christmas celebration! Known around the world for his clear, engaging, and often hilarious way of communicating the gospel, J. John’s message is perfect for bringing someone who doesn’t usually attend church.
When J. John joined us on Easter Sunday, 1,580 people attended — so we’re believing for many more to join us this December as we gather for worship, Christmas carols, and a powerful gospel message. It’s going to take all of us to make it happen, and we can’t wait to see our whole church family come together for this incredible day.
While adults gather in the auditorium, kids will be having their own Christmas parties — a fun, faith-filled space where we believe many children will also come to know Jesus.
Start thinking now about who you could invite — a friend, neighbour, colleague, or parent at the school gate. This could be the moment that changes everything for them.
Sunday 21 December – Family Carol Service
9:15am & 11:00am
Our Family Carol Service is one of the most joy-filled Sundays of the year! Expect children singing, creative storytelling, familiar carols, and a short, engaging Christmas message. It’s going to be full of life, laughter, and probably a bit of Christmas chaos too!
During both meetings, adults, children, and young people will all be together in the auditorium. (For pre-school children, a parent/carer-led space will be available in the Acacia room.)
It’s the perfect morning for families, friends, and anyone who loves the warmth and wonder of Christmas. Don’t underestimate the impact of inviting someone — another amazing opportunity to see people come to know Jesus.
Thursday 25 December – Christmas Day at King’s Community Church
10:00am
A one-hour, family-style gathering to celebrate the birth of Jesus together — the perfect way to spend your Christmas morning! Come as you are — kids in Christmas jumpers, grandparents in town, maybe even with a few mince pies to share. We’ll sing, celebrate, and remember what it’s really all about before heading home to our Christmas dinners.
Sunday 28 December – No Sunday Meeting
A moment to rest and reset — especially for our amazing teams and volunteers who will have given so much throughout the Christmas season. Take this opportunity to pause, reflect, and thank God for all He’s done this year.
Wednesday 31 December – New Year’s Crossover Celebration
10:00pm
We’ll finish the year together in worship, thanksgiving, and prayer as we step into 2026. These nights are powerful — a time to look back with gratitude and forward in faith. There will be a celebratory party atmosphere as the clock strikes midnight — let’s come together and believe God for greater things in 2026!
This Christmas, let’s believe together for more than great events — let’s believe for transformed lives.
We’re seeing this Christmas not just as a series of events, but as a huge opportunity for people to come to know Jesus. Thousands across the Solent are open to an invitation at this time of year. Friends, neighbours, colleagues, and family members are often more willing to step into church in December than at any other time.
These are opportunities for us to come together as a church family and share responsibility — whether through inviting people, serving at our events, or simply sitting next to someone new. You have the chance to be part of someone’s story this Christmas.
Here’s what’s coming up:
Sunday 14 December – Christmas at King’s Community Church
9:15am & 11:15am
We’re thrilled to welcome back J. John again and as our guest preacher for this year’s big Christmas celebration! Known around the world for his clear, engaging, and often hilarious way of communicating the gospel, J. John’s message is perfect for bringing someone who doesn’t usually attend church.
When J. John joined us on Easter Sunday, 1,580 people attended — so we’re believing for many more to join us this December as we gather for worship, Christmas carols, and a powerful gospel message. It’s going to take all of us to make it happen, and we can’t wait to see our whole church family come together for this incredible day.
While adults gather in the auditorium, kids will be having their own Christmas parties — a fun, faith-filled space where we believe many children will also come to know Jesus.
Start thinking now about who you could invite — a friend, neighbour, colleague, or parent at the school gate. This could be the moment that changes everything for them.
Sunday 21 December – Family Carol Service
9:15am & 11:00am
Our Family Carol Service is one of the most joy-filled Sundays of the year! Expect children singing, creative storytelling, familiar carols, and a short, engaging Christmas message. It’s going to be full of life, laughter, and probably a bit of Christmas chaos too!
During both meetings, adults, children, and young people will all be together in the auditorium. (For pre-school children, a parent/carer-led space will be available in the Acacia room.)
It’s the perfect morning for families, friends, and anyone who loves the warmth and wonder of Christmas. Don’t underestimate the impact of inviting someone — another amazing opportunity to see people come to know Jesus.
Thursday 25 December – Christmas Day at King’s Community Church
10:00am
A one-hour, family-style gathering to celebrate the birth of Jesus together — the perfect way to spend your Christmas morning! Come as you are — kids in Christmas jumpers, grandparents in town, maybe even with a few mince pies to share. We’ll sing, celebrate, and remember what it’s really all about before heading home to our Christmas dinners.
Sunday 28 December – No Sunday Meeting
A moment to rest and reset — especially for our amazing teams and volunteers who will have given so much throughout the Christmas season. Take this opportunity to pause, reflect, and thank God for all He’s done this year.
Wednesday 31 December – New Year’s Crossover Celebration
10:00pm
We’ll finish the year together in worship, thanksgiving, and prayer as we step into 2026. These nights are powerful — a time to look back with gratitude and forward in faith. There will be a celebratory party atmosphere as the clock strikes midnight — let’s come together and believe God for greater things in 2026!
This Christmas, let’s believe together for more than great events — let’s believe for transformed lives.
- Who might God be putting on your heart to invite?
- Who could you reach out to with a simple message, a card, or a coffee and conversation?