Christmas Services & Events 2025
Receive the Christ-child at a Christmas worship service at Saint Peter’s. He is the ultimate gift of Christmas. As a token of our gratitude to Christ giving Himself for us, we invite you to claim a free gift at any of our Christmas services or events.
Claim your gift.Christmas Services & Events
Children’s Christmas Program & Cookie Social [2025]
Christmas Eve Service of Lessons & Carols [2025]
Christmas Day Divine Service [2025]
A Personal Welcome To Our Christmas Services & Events
As the pastor at Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church, I personally welcome you to one of our Christmas services or events.
Christmas is when we celebrate one of the greatest mysteries: God becoming man in Jesus Christ.
He came and dwelt with us on earth, so that we might dwell with Him in heaven through the forgiveness of our sins.
That is an occasion worth celebrating, and we invite you to celebrate with us.
As part of our celebration, we want to give a gift to our visitors. I encourage you to claim your free gift at one of our Christmas services or events.
What is Christmas About?
And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. (John 1:14, ESV)
Christmas is about the eternal Word of God, God’s Son, taking on human flesh for our salvation.
God the Father created the world through His Son. When the world fell into darkness on account of human sin, He sent that same Son to redeem the world. By the power of the Holy Spirit, He was born to a woman named Mary, 2000 years ago.
He lived a perfect life, the life we have not lived on account of our sins. Yet, he suffered the consequences of sin through His death. That suffering was in our stead.
All who believe in Him have eternal life. We share in the the merits of His righteous life because He shared with us in the consequences of our sin.
That’s the message we celebrate at Christmas.
You can expect a warm welcome, reverent and relevant worship, and Christ-focussed, biblical teaching at Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church.
You will arrive at Saint Peter’s in our narthex – a room outside of our worship area (sanctuary.) Our worship services are held in the sanctuary, upstairs, and our fellowship and education events are usually held downstairs in the fellowship hall.
If you are here for a worship service, an usher will hand you a bulletin, and you can find a seat in whatever pew you like. Our pastor will also often greet you before the service.
Our worship services are about an hour long. You will find them to be reverent but also relevant to our greatest struggles.
You can just show up! There is no need to make a reservation or to call beforehand. We have space for you, and we often have people just show up.
However, you might feel more comfortable if you talked with us before arriving.
Even if you don’t talk with us before coming, you are welcome here.
We have long, cushioned benches with backs on them. We call them ‘pews.’
You are welcome to sit in any pew you prefer. On some Sundays, we may have a few pews in the front reserved for groups observing a special occasion like a baptism.
Worship consists of readings from our holy book called the Bible, an explanation of those readings (sermon,) prayers, and singing. At most of our worship services, the congregation confesses its wrongdoings (sin) and receives forgiveness. We also observe a small, ritual meal called Holy Communion at most of our services. At some of our worship services, an individual may receive a ritual application of water called Holy Baptism.
Our worship services follow an ancient and set pattern. We often call this the “Liturgy.” You will find that our worship services are reverent. We believe that God comes to us at worship – that’s a holy thing, so we treat it that way.
Even though our worship services are reverent, you will find that they are also not “stuffy” or irrelevant. Worship is heartfelt and can even be surprising.
Worship services are mostly led by an organ or a keyboard.
You are welcome to participate in the worship service to the extent that you feel comfortable. You do not need to sing any hymns or speak the creed or any other responses.
In general, it is polite to stand when the rest of the congregation stands and to sit when they sit, if you are able. However, if you are unable to stand or feel uncomfortable standing for the portions of the worship service when we stand, you are free to remain seated.
If you are not a communicant member of a Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) congregation, we ask that you speak with the pastor before receiving communion at our altar.
We make this request out of love for you and your spiritual well-being.
If you are unable to receive communion at our altar, simply remain seated during the communion distribution.
We will not call special attention to you as a visitor. You will not be asked to stand up or introduce yourself.
The one exception to this is visiting clergy. We usually ask visiting clergy to be recognized, so that we can pray for your ministry.
Our worship services are provided free-of-cost.
We have an offering plate at the entrance to our sanctuary (worship area). If you wish to contribute to our ministry, you may leave a contribution there.
However, do not feel compelled to leave a contribution.
We welcome communicant members of sister congregations in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) to receive communion at our altar.
If you are not a communicant member of an LCMS congregation, we ask that you speak with the pastor before receiving communion.
We make this request out of love for you and your spiritual well-being.
If you are unable to receive communion at our altar, simply remain seated during the communion distribution.
You will see all types of dress at Saint Peter’s – jeans and hoodies as well as dresses and suits.
Yes, Saint Peter’s welcomes children. We have many child-focussed programs like Sunday School, Catechism Class, and Youth Group.
Children are always welcome in worship at Saint Peter’s. We do not hold a “children’s church,” because we want our children to worship with us, so that we can be blessed by their example of faith.
We understand that children can be restless and noisy. That’s okay!
If you feel like you need to step outside to calm your child, however, there is a convenient area to do so just outside the sanctuary.
Saint Peter’s has an onsite parking lot and ample street parking as well.
We have a small restroom on our sanctuary level and also a men’s and women’s room (with changing table) in the basement.
Address:
316 W. Main St.
Forestville, WI 54213
Phone:
920-856-6420
Email:
[email protected]
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Door County Christmas Services
At St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, our Door County Christmas services invite you into a quiet, sacred celebration of Christ’s birth. With candlelight, Scripture readings, and historic Lutheran hymns, these services create space for worshipers to slow down and savor the peace God gives. Whether you’re a traveler seeking a Christmas service while visiting Door County or a local looking for a reverent place to worship, you’ll find a warm welcome and the comfort of Christ’s promise.
Door County Christmas Events
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church offers Door County 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 Door County for events that encourage reflection, fellowship, and the celebration of Jesus’ birth.
Sturgeon Bay Christmas Services
Celebrate Christmas in Sturgeon Bay with worship services that lift up the wonder of the Incarnation. At St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, our Christmas liturgy is rich with Scripture, timeless hymns, and the beauty of candlelit worship. Each service offers a moment of stillness and awe as we hear again the good news of Christ’s coming. Whether you’re rooted in Sturgeon Bay or spending the holidays nearby, you’re invited to rejoice with us in the Savior’s birth.
Sturgeon Bay Christmas Events
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church hosts a variety of Sturgeon Bay Christmas events designed to help families and visitors experience the season’s deeper meaning. Enjoy music, fellowship, Advent reflections, and simple traditions that draw people closer to the hope of Christ. These gatherings provide a warm, welcoming space for all who seek something more than the usual holiday bustle. Come join the Sturgeon Bay community as we celebrate Christmas with faith, joy, and togetherness.
Kewaunee County Christmas Services
Join us for Kewaunee County Christmas services that blend reverence, beauty, and the comfort of God’s Word. At St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, our traditional Lutheran worship proclaims the miracle of Christ’s birth with readings, carols, and candlelight. Whether you’re from the countryside, a nearby town, or simply passing through Kewaunee County, our congregation welcomes you to gather with us. Experience the hope, peace, and promise that only the newborn Christ brings.
Kewaunee County Christmas Events
Celebrate the season with Kewaunee County Christmas events at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. Our Advent gatherings, musical moments, and Christ-centered activities help families and neighbors prepare for the joy of Christmas. These events are designed to be warm, simple, and spiritually grounding—ideal for anyone seeking meaningful traditions in the midst of a busy season. Whether local or visiting, you’re invited to share in the fellowship and faith that unite our community at Christmastime.
Algoma Christmas Services
Experience Algoma Christmas services at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, where the message of Christ’s birth is proclaimed with clarity, reverence, and joy. Our candlelit worship, Scripture readings, and timeless Lutheran hymns provide a moment of peace in the midst of December’s busyness. Whether you live in Algoma or are visiting the Lake Michigan shoreline for the holidays, you’ll find a warm, welcoming congregation ready to celebrate the Savior who brings light and hope into the world.
Algoma Christmas Events
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church offers Algoma Christmas events that help individuals and families experience the season with deeper meaning. From Advent reflections and musical gatherings to simple, faith-filled traditions, each event points us back to the hope found in Christ’s coming. These gatherings create space for fellowship, prayer, and joyful anticipation of Christmas. Whether you’re from Algoma or traveling through the area, we invite you to join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus with warmth and community.