Christmas Choir: Five Flagstaff churches join their Christmas Choirs together to present “Christ was Born for this,” directed by Ted Nichols. Free. Today at 7 p.m. at First Southern Baptist Church, 951 N. Switzer Canyon Drive. Sunday, 7 p.m., at Greenlaw Baptist Church, 3400 E. Lockett Road. 527-8977.

Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church Christmas Bazaar: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. An assortment of decorations, crafts, Orthodox gifts and books, and delicious baked goods including fresh baked baklava. St. Francis Gift Shop, next to Nativity Church, 16 W. Cherry Ave.

Peace Lutheran Church: For the Second Sunday in Advent, Pastor Warren Ueckert shares from Matthew 3:1-12. There is a special Children’s Message during regular services today. Refreshments, adult Bible study, and a children’s Christmas play rehearsal are between services. On Wednesday, we’re having a Birthday Bash, Soup Supper & Service. As we prepare our hearts to celebrate Christ’s birthday, we’re having a special “Birthday Bash” honoring everyone’s birthday. Specially made cakes for each month are part of the fun! Come at 5:30 p.m. for cake and soup followed by a mid-week Advent service at 7 p.m. peacelutheran

flagstaff.org. 3430 N. Fourth St. 526-9578.

Apostolic Faith Ministries: Pastor Paul will bless us with the word of God and how it applies to our lives. Thursday night bible study at 7 will be on the baptism and why you need it. apostolicfaith

ministries.com. 526-5475.

Center for Spiritual Living Flagstaff: Our speaker for Sunday will be Lee Carlson, RScP, continuing our December theme: ‘Celebration of Light.’ Ponderosa HS, 2384 N. Steves Blvd. 522-9103.

Living Christ Lutheran Church: The Rev. Kara Joy Stewart will celebrate Advent with Hanging of the Greens. This worship service takes us on a journey through Christmas traditions and gives everyone in attendance the opportunity to help decorate the sanctuary. All are welcome for communion. Stay after worship for refreshments and fellowship time. livingchristflagstaff.org. 6401 N. Highway 89. 526-8595.

Trinity Heights UMC: On this second Sunday of Advent, Pastor Marc McDonald shares “Fall Into the Water,” based on scripture from Matthew 3:1-12. Traditional worship with a choir and Contemporary worship with a praise band. Christian Education with multiple choices for adults in between. Our Advent Festival will be next Sunday during worship and Christian Education time. Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet on Dec. 11 at 1 p.m., knitters and crocheters of all experience are welcome to attend. thumc.com. 3600 N. Fourth St. 526-1397.

Flagstaff Christian Fellowship: Steve Cole’s message for Sunday will be “The Antidote to Spiritual Defection” (Part 2) from John 6:60-71. Nursery available for both services. Children’s Church, Children’s Worship and Sunday School. Christian Young will conclude his Christianity & Culture class at 11 a.m. in the Fireside Room. There will not be an evening service. MOPS will meet again on Dec. 19 at 9 a.m. FCF is taking donations of blankets, coats and other warm clothing for those less fortunate. Items will be distributed to the various shelters. Please drop off at the church office. Our Christmas Eve Service will be on Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 6 p.m. fcfonline.org. 123 S. Beaver St. 774-3603.

Flagstaff Federated Community Church: The Rev. Stuart Cameron will deliver the Sunday message, “On Your Mark.” We will celebrate the second Sunday of Advent. The Federated Christmas dinner prepared by Chef Anna will be next Saturday, Dec. 14, at 4 p.m. We will view a slide show of “historical” Federated photos. Then our hardy souls will participate in the downtown Holiday Lights Parade. FlagstaffFederatedChurch.org. 400 W. Aspen Ave. 774-7383.

Epiphany Episcopal Church: Second Sunday of Advent; the Rev. Jan James preaches “Hope in the Darkness” at all services. Episcopal Youth Community meets. Adult Forum continues St. Augustine’s Confessions with Book 4. Faith Formation during 10:30 service for children through grade 6. epiphanyaz.org. 423 N. Beaver St. 774-2911.

Mountain View Church: This week as Pastor Mike kicks off the Christmas season with the new teaching series: “Re-Think Christmas — It’s not about the presents, it’s about the Gift.” We have two services each Sunday. www.mtnviewchurch.org. 2150 E. Linda Vista Drive. 779-2128.

Church of the Resurrection: This second Sunday in advent we explore “Why Jesus?” This inspirational encouraging message from Pastor Bob Norton is based on Hebrews 1:1-3,8. Sign up now for Santa’s Workshop on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 10-noon where kids will enjoy making crafts and Christmas gifts. Parents and grandparents, you get a few hours to yourself. Call 699-2715 to sign up. “An Angel’s Quest” musical will be held at Sinagua Middle School Saturday night and Sunday afternoon featuring the talents of Patty Gross, our worship leader. Free tickets available at the door and through Arizona Music Pro. Our all-church potluck will be held Sunday, Dec. 22 at 5 p.m. Bring a dish to share and join in the holy fun. We’ll share stories and sing carols. Mark your calendars now for our Christmas Eve candlelight worship services at 5 and 7 p.m. cor-pca.org. 699-2715.

First Congregational Church: The pulpit guest for this Second Sunday in Advent is Brooke Burris Isingoma who will speak on “What Do You Expect?” using Isaiah 11:1-10 and Matthew 3:1-12 as the scripture readings. There is a potluck lunch following worship, please bring a favorite holiday dish to share. Nursery care for children under the age of three. fccflagstaff.org. 740 N. Turquoise Drive. 774-0890.

Heichal Baoranim Synagogue: Rabbi Nina Perlmutter will lead Shabbat morning services today. Please also join us tomorrow at 1 p.m. for our Adult Education class. The topic will be “The Pew Report-The Good, the Bad, the Questionable, the Inspiring.” We will be sharing our thoughts and concerns about this significant study about Jewish life in America. heichalbaoranim.org. 2609 N. Patterson Blvd. 527-8747.

Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church of Flagstaff: Today we will celebrate Great Vespers. Sunday: ‘10th Sunday of Luke’ we will celebrate Matins followed by Divine Liturgy. Wednesday: Great Vespers. Thursday: ‘St. Spyridon, Bishop of Trymithous’ we will celebrate Matins followed by Divine Liturgy. holycrossflagstaff.org. Church of the Nativity, 16 W. Cherry Ave. 774-8279.

Unity Church of Flagstaff: Member/musician Steve Babcock will speak. His topic is “Unity Principles as a Call to Service.” He will also provide special music. Meditation will be included in the service and children’s program is available. Service is followed with a time for fellowship with a light snack. unityofflagstaff.org. 6134 Black Bill Road. 526-8893.

Mt. Calvary Lutheran (WELS) Church: Pastor Jonathan Stern will speak on “More than just a Candle” about the second candle on the Advent wreath: the “”Bethlehem Candle.” Text is Micah 5. Assistant Bob Hale. Music by Joe Jakubowski. The Lord’s Supper will be celebrated. Refreshments and snacks will be served by the Theiriault family following the service. Family Bible Hour topics include: “Gabriel appears to Zachariah & Mary” and “Connecting Sinai with Calvary, No. 4.” Food and clothing items are being gathered for the Flagstaff Homeless Shelter. All items can be placed in the bin in the Mother’s Room. mtcalvaryflagstaff.org. 2605 N. Fort Valley Road. 774-8811.

Calvary Bible Church: In the adult Sunday School, Wayne Hampton will lead a discussion on Church Leadership from various Bible verses. At the morning service Dr. Kevin Newman, Academic Dean of Indian Bible College, will preach on “The Concern of Paul” from Romans 1:8-15. Communion will be celebrated. Childcare is available. Children’s Church will continue the study of the spread of Christianity from Acts. On Sunday night, Dr. Newman will preach on “God’s Picture of the Church” from Revelation 1:20. AWANA will meet on Monday night; the theme is Sparks Store/Redeem Shares Night. On Wednesday night, at 6 p.m., the Congregation will celebrate its Christmas dinner and potluck dessert. On Friday night, at 6 p.m., we will have our traditional Christmas caroling. Following the caroling, there will be cookies and hot chocolate at the church. Calvarybiblechurchflagstaff.com. 6555 Townsend-Winona Road. 526-3126.

Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation: The Rev. Susan Manker-Seale will speak on “The Wonder of Those Who Care (and Do)” at both Sunday services. We Share the Plate this month with the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee, UUSC. This is also the month we raise money in our homes for UUSC’s program, Guest at Your Table. Children’s Religious Exploration is during the first service. beaconuu.com. 510 N. Leroux St. 779-4492.

San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church: On this Second Sunday of Advent, Fr. Pat will preach the Gospel of Matthew 3:1-12. Several priest from the Northern Arizona Deanery will be available at our Advent service Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., to administer the Sacrament of Reconciliation. sfdaparish.org. 1600 E. Route 66. 779-1341.

Ponderosa Baptist Church: Sunday morning at, Tabor Barrick will lead in the Bible study of the book of Jude. Our Sunday morning worship service begins with praise and singing, then Pastor Joshua Gregg will preach a message from the Bible. We continue our Sunday worship with our evening service, as well as a mid-week Bible Study and prayer meeting on Wednesday nights. ponderosabaptist.com. 2575 E. Seventh Ave. 226-0822.

Vipassana Buddhist Meditation: Join us every Monday evening for teachings, meditation and discussion. This weekly event is sponsored by the Flagstaff Vipassana Sangha which is a group of people that explore Buddhist meditation practices and teachings mostly from the Theravada tradition. flagstaffvipassana.weebly.com. The Tibetan Center, Katog Jampel Sungling, 2708 N. Fourth St. 814-9851.

North Point Fellowship: Fall sermon series in the book of Romans: “A Life Well Spent.” northpnt.org. 2004 E. Arrowhead Ave. 773-1615.

Buddhist Meditation: Group meditation practice is offered every Wednesday evening in our lovely meditation hall. Practitioners of all levels are welcome to attend. We alternate three practices: Shamata, which develops a calm and clear mind; Tonglen, which develops love and compassion; and The Heart Sutra, which develops profound insight (vipasana) into the true nature of phenomena. jampelsungling.org. Katog Jampel Sungling, 2708 N. Fourth St., Suite B-3. 526-5007.

Berg’s Free BBQ: Free food, music and fun every Sunday at 1 p.m., sponsored by Think Jesus Project. Volunteers and donations always needed. We are also continuing our ‘Warm for the Winter’ clothing drive. Please donate your gently used coats, gloves, hats, socks, blankets, tents and sleeping bags. thinkjesusproject.org. Killip Elementary School, 2300 E. Sixth Ave. 380-2565.

Grace Fellowship Church: Sunday: Celebration Service. Childcare of all ages is provided. gffgc.org. 520 N. Switzer Canyon Drive. 774-6304.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon): Sunday services held at four Flagstaff locations: 4165 S. Lake Mary Road, 625 E. Cherry Ave., 2401 E. Linda Vista Drive and, for young single adults, 239 E. Saunders Drive. Meetings are also held in Williams at 1111 Stockmens Road and at the Shrine of the Ages on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Check azdailysun.com or “Locations and Schedules” at LDS.org for meeting times by ward/branch. Sunday services consist of Sacrament Meeting, Sunday School and special instruction for various age and interest groups (Priesthood Meeting for men, Relief Society for women, Young Men/Young Women for youth and Primary for children).