Birmingham Christian Family Magazine

Beeson Divinity School Community Worship with Piotr Malysz
2019-11-05 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Hodges Chapel: Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35229, United States
11 a.m. free worship event held at Samford University’s Hodges Chapel. Piotr Malysz will preach a sermon on Philippians 2:5-11, “Name Above All Names.”

Briarwood Christmas Shop
2019-11-07 12:00 - 2019-11-08 16:00 | Briarwood Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 2200 Briarwood Way, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Visit Briarwood Presbyterian Church’s Fellowship Hall on November 7-8, 2019 and find great gifts and keepsakes from unique merchants to give this holiday season! Read more here.

Birmingham Bulls vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers
2019-11-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Pelham Civic Complex, 500 Amphitheater Rd, Pelham, AL, 35124, United States
Cheer for the Birmingham Bulls as they compete against the Pensacola Ice Flyers starting at 7:30 p.m. It’s military night! Free admission for active and retired military with ID. Learn more and purchase tickets at www.bullshockey.net or call 205-620-6870.

Church Bazaar
2019-11-09 09:00 - 12:00 | St. James Episcopal Church, Alexander City AL, 347 SOUTH CENTRAL AVENUE, ALEXANDER CITY, AL, 35010, United States
Make your holiday shopping fun and easy! St. James Episcopal Church in Alexander City is holding its annual bazaar on Saturday, November 9th from 9am to noon. The church members will be selling an assortment of items to raise money for the church’s many community outreach programs. Proceeds benefiting the following community outreach programs: Habitat for Humanity, TallaCoosa Aid to People, Meals on Wheels, Tallapoosa Christian Crisis Center, Boys & Girls Club, East Alabama Food Bank, The Salvation Army, Kairos of Alabama, Episcopal Relief and Development, Cub Scouts/Boy Scouts Troup 67 and Alabama Sheriffs Girls Ranch.
There will be a variety of fresh-baked goods from frozen casseroles, to scrumptious cakes and other sweet treats. There will also be a large selection of handmade arts and crafts to include pottery, Christmas ornaments, crosses, stuff animals, woodwork items and so much more! Looking for unique gifts and yummy treats? Come out and support St. James Episcopal Church, and get there early because items goes fast! Learn more at www.stjamesalexcity.com.

Alabama Designer Craftsmen 47th Annual Fine Crafts Show
2019-11-09 10:00 - 2019-11-10 16:00 | Birmingham Botancial Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, AL, 35223, United States
The 47th annual Alabama Designer Craftsmen Fine Crafts Show will be held Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. The show will feature over 50 of Alabama’s most talented artisans under one roof. The event features fine craft demonstrations, providing the opportunity for attendees to learn crafting techniques and art history from exhibiting artists. The event also includes a children’s area, in which professional craftsmen assist young attendees in craft projects. Works for sale include functional pottery, clay sculpture, wearable fiber, fine jewelry and more. Guests are encouraged to donate $5 upon entry to support the Alabama Designer Craftsmen and Garden Club of Alabama District III.
Since its inception in 1972, Alabama Designer Craftsmen has hosted the fine crafts show at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. The organization is dedicated to their mission of enriching the community through sharing their crafts and encouraging the appreciation of both traditional and contemporary artwork. Donations fund the Garden Club of Alabama District III scholarship program which is awarded yearly. The Garden Club of Alabama will provide light food and drinks. Proceeds will benefit its college horticultural scholarship program.

Veterans Day Service of Thanksgiving & Remembrance
2019-11-11 11:00 - 12:00 | American Village, 3727 Alabama 119, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
Join American Village in remembering and honoring U.S. Veterans during a special wreath laying service at the National Veterans Shrine. Service begins at 11 a.m. and is free and open to the public. Learn more at www.veteransregisterofhonor.com.

Beeson Divinity School Community Worship with Reginald Calvert
2019-11-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Hodges Chapel: Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35229, United States
11 a.m. free worship event held at Samford University’s Hodges Chapel. Reginald Calvert will preach on “The Preeminence of Jesus Christ” from Colossians 1:15-20. Reginald Calvert serves as pastor of the New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church in Bessemer, Ala., where he has served since 1999. Calvert is also a graduate of Beeson Divinity School, where he earned a Master of Divinity and a Doctor of Ministry.

Mark Edwards, harpsichord
2019-11-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Cathedral Church of the Advent, 2017 Sixth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
The 2019-2020 Cathedral Concert Series presents Mark Edwards in concert, performing on the Cathedral’s newly-acquired harpsichord.
First prize winner in the 2012 Musica Antiqua Bruges International Harpsichord Competition, Canadian harpsichordist and organist Mark Edwards is recognized for his captivating performances, bringing the listener “to new and unpredictable regions, using all of the resources of his instrument, […] of his virtuosity, and of his imagination” (La Libre Belgique). Since 2016, he is Assistant Professor of Harpsichord at Oberlin Conservatory. He has given solo recitals at a number of prominent festival and concert series, and has had concerto performances with a number of award-winning ensembles.
“…Mark Edwards presented a program that traced the evolution of Bach’s music from youth to maturity. Edwards handled Bach’s lavish flourishes and showy runs with confidence […]. He especially dazzled with his own florid transcription of the famous chaconne from the D-minor violin partita.” -Early Music America

Magical Marketplace
2019-11-15 09:00 - 16:00
Join us on Friday, November 15, 2019 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church to view goods from over 80 vendors! Find items like: art, pottery, jewelry, baked goods, stationary, baby gifts, children’s clothing, holiday goodies, and much more. Come stock up on Christmas gifts or treat yourself! Proceeds benefit Unless U.

Snow Mountain
2019-11-16 08:00 - 2020-02-23 17:00 | Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA, 30083, United States
Snow tubing in Georgia? Experience a winter wonderland of real snow outside of Atlanta, 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd, 30083. Enjoy a 400-foot snow-covered tubing hill, snowy play area, Dare Devil Plunge, and more! November 16-February 23, hours vary by day, check calendar at www.stonemountainpark.com/Events/Snow-Mountian to plan your visit or call 770-498-5690.

Beeson Divinity School Community Worship
2019-11-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Hodges Chapel: Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35229, United States
11 a.m. free worship event held at Samford University’s Hodges Chapel. The student winner of the James Earl Massey Preaching Award will preach a sermon on Revelation 7:9-17.

Christmas Eve Family Candlelight Services
2019-11-21 17:00 - 23:00 | Briarwood Presbyterian, 2200 Briarwood Way, Vestavia , AL, 35243, United States
Briarwood invites the community to their Family Candlelight Services at 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. Music of the season and the Christmas story as related in the Scriptures hallmark this service, concluding with the entire Worship Center lit only by candlelight. A memorable way to help your family focus your Christmas celebration on the One whose birthday we celebrate! A more intimate Candlelight Communion service is observed at 11:00 p.m., www.briarwood.org/events.

Choral Evensong
2019-11-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Cathedral Church of the Advent, 2017 Sixth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
The Cathedral Choir, under the leadership of Frederick Teardo, Director of Music and Organist, and Charles Kennedy, Associate Director of Music and Organist, sings monthly Choral Evensong services throughout the program year. The service of Choral Evensong uses the Order for Evening Prayer, taken from the 1662 edition of the Book of Common Prayer. Each service includes an Introit, the Canticles, and an Anthem, and is framed by hymns sung at the opening and close of the service. The Canticles sung are the Magnificat (Song of Mary) and Nunc Dimittis (Song of Simeon). In addition to two lessons read from the Bible, a brief sermon is given reflecting on the readings of the day.

Midday Music: The Alabama School of Fine Arts Orchestra
2019-11-22 12:30 - 13:00 | Cathedral Church of the Advent, 2017 Sixth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
The Alabama School of Fine Arts Orchestra will perform a free, 30-minute concert at the Cathedral Church of the Advent. The Alabama School of Fine Arts, located in Birmingham, is a partially residential public school authorized and funded by the Alabama Legislature to provide tuition-free instruction for impassioned students, grades 7-12. The school provides focused specialty instruction in Creative Writing, Dance, Mathematics and Science, Music, Theatre Arts and Visual Arts. Core academic courses necessary to earn an Alabama high school diploma are also a part of the curriculum.

Aspire
2019-11-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Clearbranch Methodist, 8051 Glenn Rd, Trussville, AL, 35173, United States
An evening full of laughter, learning, stories and more just for women. Hear from speakers Lisa Whelchel, Kristin Weber, Melissa Spoelstra and worship with Mia Koehne. Event begins at 7pm at Clearbranch Church, 8501 Glenn Rd, 35173. Purchase tickets at www.aspirewomensevents.com or call 480-812-1100.

Kampfire for the King
2019-11-23 08:30 - 14:30 | King’s Home Chelsea Campus, 221 Kings Home Drive, Chelsea, AL, 35043, United States
Kick-off your Thanksgiving with fun for the whole family at Kampfire for the King at King’s Home main campus in Chelsea, Alabama! The day with a First Annual Cornhole Tournament, followed by a fishing rodeo in the King’s Home pond with Bass Pro Tour angler and 2014 Bassmaster Classic Champion, Randy Howell and area fishing teams! Plus, enjoy free activities for the kids all while the smell of delicious food and great music fills the air. At the end of the day, celebrate Randy Howell’s Boat Giveaway! Don’t miss this fun day with your family while giving hope to King’s Home youth, women, and moms with kids! Visit www.kingshome.com or call 205-678-8331 for more information.

Handel's Messiah
2019-11-24 15:00 - 16:30 | Riverchase United Methodist, 1953 Old Montgomery Highway, Birmingham , AL, 35244, United States
The Alabama Civic Chorale will present their 72nd annual performance of Handel’s Messiah with soloists and orchestra on Sunday, November 24 at 3:00p.m. The program will take place at Riverchase United Methodist Church in Hoover. The chorus is comprised of approximately 100 people from churches in our area and throughout the state. The program is free. Please make plans to attend and arrive early for seating. This is a wonderful, spiritual way to begin your holiday. Visit www.alabamacivicchorale.com for more information.

I Cared Enough
2019-11-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Bill Harris Park Arena Crossplex, 2337 Bessemer Road, Birmingham, AL, 35208, United States
Annual citywide Thanksgiving Outreach hosted by Daniel Cason Ministries at Bill Harris Park Arena Crossplex. Read about this ministry and event here. Call 205-365-1800 to find out how you can volunteer with this event to help those in need in Birmingham.

Brookdale's Annual Holiday Open House
2019-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Brookdale University Park, 400 University Park Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35209, United States
Brookdale invites you to join them on December 5 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. for their Annual Holiday Open House! Celebrate the season and enjoy entertainment, carriage rides, Santa and refreshments! Read more about Brookdale here.

Beeson Divinity School Commencement and Consecration
2019-12-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Hodges Chapel: Samford University, 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35229, United States
Russell Moore will deliver an address at Beeson Divinity School’s service of commencement and consecration. Russell Moore is president of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention.

Celebrate Christmas with Samford Arts
2019-12-06 19:30 - 21:00 | Samford University Wright Center, United States
Enjoy a holiday celebration featuring the combined talents of the School of the Arts through music and dance in this celebration of the Christmas season and the birth of Christ child. This event features the Samford University Orchestra, A Cappella Choir, Gracenotes, University Chorale, and Worship Arts Ensemble alongside Samford faculty and the Samford Dance Company. There will be Christmas cookies, hot cider and music in the Wright Center lobby and patio at 6:30 p.m. before the show.

83rd Annual Birmingham-Southern Choirs Service of Lessons & Carols
2019-12-06 19:30 - 21:00 | Canterbury United Methodist Church, 350 Overbrook Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35213, United States
Usher in the Christmas season with Birmingham Southern’s Choir! Guests will enjoy a Service of Lessons and Carols beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Canterbury United Methodist, 350 Overbrook Rd, 35213. Read more about this special service here.

Light Has Come, A Christmas Worship Celebration
2019-12-08 08:30 - 12:00 | CrossPoint Church, 8000 Liles Lane, Trussville, AL, 35173, United States
Join CrossPoint Church, 800 Liles Lane, Trussville, for Light Has Come, A Christmas Worship Celebration on December 8 at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m, www.crosspointchurch.info. Come celebrate the King!

83rd Annual Birmingham-Southern Choirs Service of Lessons & Carols
2019-12-08 16:30 - 18:00 | Canterbury United Methodist Church, 350 Overbrook Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35213, United States
Usher in the Christmas season with Birmingham Southern’s Choir! Guests will enjoy a Service of Lessons and Carols beginning at 4:30 p.m. at Canterbury United Methodist, 350 Overbrook Rd, 35213.

Briarwood Ballet Presents The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
2019-12-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Briarwood Presbyterian, 2200 Briarwood Way, Vestavia , AL, 35243, United States
Come with Briarwood Ballet through the wardrobe into the enchanted land of Narnia, where it is always winter, but never Christmas until the deepest magic reverses the curse of death! This special show, happening at Briarwood Presbyterian Church, is free and begins at 7 p.m., www.briarwood.org/balletevents

Colonial Christmas
2019-12-09 11:30 - 2019-12-13 13:30 | American Village, 3727 Alabama 119, Montevallo, AL, 35115, United States
Join American Village in Montevallo for lunch and a tour, to celebrate a Colonial Christmas! $30 per person. Learn more at www.americanvillage.org and reserve your seat by calling 205-665-3535 ext.1031.

Walk Through Nativity
2019-12-11 06:45 - 2019-12-13 20:45 | Briarwood Presbyterian, 2200 Briarwood Way, Vestavia , AL, 35243, United States
Make plans to visit Briarwood Presbyterian Church’s Walk Through Nativity from 6:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., with free admission. Over 900 church members participate in this three-night event, featuring fourteen scenes depicting the birth, life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Several scenes utilize live animals, including a camel. Refreshments are offered at the conclusion of the walk. It is an easy walk for the entire family, including children in strollers and those in wheelchairs. Learn more at www.briarwood.org/wtn.

Christmas Home Tour
2019-12-12 10:00 - 20:00
Tour five homes, taste seasonal fare and shop the holiday gift market at Samford Legacy League’s event. This is the ninth year the event has raised funds for scholarships for students with financial need. Read more about this community event here. Homes on tour: Christine & Mike Denniston, 505 Pine Ridge Trail, Mountain Brook; Meredith & Jeffrey Lees, 2113 Vestavia Drive, Vestavia Hills; Angel & Jared Lewis, 11 Richmar Drive, Mountain Brook; Rushton & Derek Waltchack, 2445 Chestnut Road, Vestavia Hills; Jeanna & Andy Westmoreland, Samford President’s Home, 1994 Shades Crest Road, Vestavia Hill. Advanced tickets ($30) will be available in early November. Learn more at www.samford.edu/legacyleague/christmas-home-tour or call 205-726-2247.

Midday Music: The Cathedral Ringers
2019-12-13 12:30 - 13:00 | Cathedral Church of the Advent, 2017 Sixth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
The Cathedral Ringers Handbell Ensemble, under the direction of Charles Kennedy, will perform a free, 30-minute concert of seasonal music at the Cathedral Church of the Advent.

Hallelujah! A Briarwood Christmas in Living Portraits
2019-12-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Briarwood Presbyterian, 2200 Briarwood Way, Vestavia , AL, 35243, United States
The Briarwood Music and Drama Ministries present, “Hallelujah! A Briarwood Christmas in Living Portraits.” The Briarwood Adult Choir, Chamber Ensemble, Festival Orchestra, members of the Youth Choir, and the Drama Ministry present a program of sacred contemporary and classical choral music, along with dramatic scenes and narration. The show begins at 6 p.m. and admission is free, www.briarwood.org/events.
