Birmingham Christian Family Magazine

Choral Evensong
2019-11-21 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | 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 | AL
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.

A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
2019-12-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Cathedral Church of the Advent, 2017 Sixth Avenue North, Birmingham, AL, 35203, United States
Listen as the Cathedral Church of the Advent Choir, 2017 6th Ave N, 35203, sings the traditional service celebrating the birth of Jesus, modeled after the annual service at King’s College, Cambridge, www.adventbirmingham.org, 205-251-2324.

Birmingham Boys Choir Christmas Concert
2019-12-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Briarwood Presbyterian Church, 2200 Briarwood Way, Birmingham, AL, 35243, United States
Top off your holiday season with one of Birmingham’s most favorite time-honored traditions! The Birmingham Boys Choir will present its 42nd Annual Christmas Concert on December 19, 2019 at Briarwood Presbyterian Church at 7 p.m. You and your family are invited to sing along with beloved Christmas carols and also experience the warm, rich traditional sound of the boy choir. Adding to the excitement this year, some of our BBC dads, grandfathers and alumni will join the boys in singing a few songs. We’re thankful for this legacy and the support of choir families.
This free concert is our gift to the community and is sure to be a highlight of the season making wonderful memories for all! Learn more at www.birminghamboyschoir.org.

25th Annual Meadow Brook Runs
2019-12-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Valley Bank, 1100 Corporate Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35242, United States
Celebrate Alabama’s Bicentennial by running in this 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run at Valley Bank, 1100 Corporate Parkway, 35242. Walkers and pets on leash welcome. 5K begins at 9 a.m. and 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 10 a.m. Learn more at www.meadowbrookruns.org.

20th Annual Chelsea Christmas Parade
2019-12-21 09:00 - 14:00 | Chelsea Middle School, 2321 Highway 39, Chelsea, AL, 35043, United States
Enjoy fun for the whole family at the 20th Annual Chelsea Christmas Parade! Entertainment at the Grandstand begins at 9 a.m. and the parade kicks off at 10 a.m. at Chelsea Middle School. Learn more at www.cityofchelsea.com!

Hunter Street Baptist Church Keyboards & Carols
2019-12-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Hunter Street Baptist Church, 2600 John Hawkins Pkwy, Hoover, AL, 35244, United States
Delight in the Christmas season at this evening of music starting at 5 p.m. Settle in for a holiday treat as four grand pianos take center stage for this night of keyboards and carols. Childcare provided for birth to age 5. Learn more at www.hunterstreet.org.

Christmas Eve Service
2019-12-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Shades Mountain Community Church, 2281 Old Tyler Road, Birmingham, AL, 35226
A Christmas Eve Service will be held at Shades Mountain Community Church at 5pm in our Worship Center, 2281 Old Tyler Road, Birmingham, 35226. This special one-hour service will feature musical worship, a message from Pastor Rick Goertzen, and a time of worship by candlelight. All are invited to attend!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service for the Family
2019-12-24 17:30 - 19:00 | Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church, 5081 Eastern Valley Road, McCalla, AL, 35111, United States
Please come celebrate the birth of our Savior at our Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship Service, Tuesday, December 24th. Our handbell choir will play at 5:30pm with our service beginning at 6:00pm. Enjoy bells sounding out the good news, singing carols, and hearing the amazing story of God With Us. The Light of the world has come so let us share in candle lighting to reflect His love for us. A tradition here in this faith family for generations. Come, bring your family; let’s share in this joyful time of hope together!

Edward Parmentier, harpsichord
2020-01-09 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 Edward Parmentier in concert on the Cathedral’s newly-acquired harpsichord.
Edward Parmentier has performed throughout the United States, Russia, Western Europe, Japan, and Korea on harpsichord and on historic organs, and is a frequent recitalist, lecturer and adjudicator at symposia and festivals. His collection of recordings has won both critical and popular acclaim. Recent releases include Bach’s partitas, French 17th-century harpsichord music, sonatas of Scarlatti and music of the English virginalists. He appears frequently in ensemble settings as a continuo player and concerto soloist. Parmentier conducts modern instrument chamber orchestras in performances of Baroque and classical repertory. His annual summer harpsichord workshops at the University of Michigan, where he is Professor Emeritus of Harpsichord, attracted performers from all over the world. Learn more here.

Celebrate the Family Expo!
2020-01-11 09:00 - 15:00 | Finley Center, 1000 RV Trace, Hoover, AL, 35244, United States
Save the Date! Join Birmingham Christian Family in celebrating years of GOOD NEWS at Hoover Met Complex’s Finley Center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.! Your family will not want to miss this fun, FREE day of with live entertainment, exhibition area, food and product samples, a kids zone and free recycling of electronics and free shredding provided by Gone For Good, a program of United Ability, formerly UCP!
Have old electronics you need to discard after Christmas? Gone For Good will be on-site to recycle them for free for you from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.! They will also shred for free your unwanted documents. As you recycle you will also be helping to support United Ability, formerly UCP of Greater Birmingham. Gone For Good accepts paper, file folders, CDs, paperclips, binder clips, and staples. For electronics, Gone For Good generally accepts computer-related items – hard drives, flat-screen monitors, keyboards/mice, printers, etc. If it’s used in a home office, it will be accepted. Items NOT accepted include: Tubular/Projection monitors or televisions; medical equipment/waste, including dental molds; kitchen/household appliances; medication/pill bottles; computer hard drives must be documented by a GFG staff member. Hard drives are physically shredded using an Alleghney 5HD3 machine and then recycled.
Meet Mickey & Minnie, Elsa and Paw Patrols’ Chase and Skye! The cast will be on hand for pictures and autographs at the Expo! and at 11am and 1pm perform a sneak peak of their upcoming Characters on Parade Performance February 21, 2020 at Gardendale First Baptist North Campus. The characters are a part of the Just Keep Smiling ministry that assists families with children in medical crisis, www.justkeepsmiling.org.
Special thanks to our Title Sponsor, Heritage Preschool, and to our Major Sponsors, St. Vincent’s Nursing Nook, Shades Mountain Baptist Church, Vision Financial Group, Inc. and Tiger-Rock Martial Arts!
Keep checking back here for more updates!

Free Shredding & E-Waste Recycling
2020-01-11 09:00 - 15:00 | The Finley Center, 5508 Stadium Trace Parkway, Hoover, AL, 35244, United States
Have old electronics you need to discard after Christmas? Gone For Good will be on-site from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. to recycle them for free for you at the Celebrate the Family Expo on January 11! They will also shred for free your unwanted documents. As you recycle you will also be helping to support United Ability, formerly UCP of Greater Birmingham. Gone For Good accepts paper, file folders, CDs, paperclips, binder clips, and staples. For electronics, Gone For Good generally accepts computer-related items – hard drives, flat-screen monitors, keyboards/mice, printers, etc. If it’s used in a home office, it will be accepted. Items NOT accepted include: Tubular/Projection monitors or televisions; medical equipment/waste, including dental molds; kitchen/household appliances; medication/pill bottles; computer hard drives must be documented by a GFG staff member. Hard drives are physically shredded using an Alleghney 5HD3 machine and then recycled. Read more about Gone For Good here.

Choral Evensong
2020-01-16 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. Learn more here.

Birmingham Boys Choir Open Auditions Now in Progress
2020-01-21 - 2020-03-19 | Birmingham Boys Choir, 2025 Kentucky Avenue, Suite D, Birmingham, AL, 35216, United States
Do you know a boy interested in music and singing? The Birmingham Boys Choir is currently auditioning boys, ages 8-16, to begin next season 2020-21. Schedule your appointment here.
