Serve your neighbors this holiday season with Westlake United Methodist Church

What Is Christmas in October? Christmas in October is WUMC's annual holiday service program. Every fall, we invite our whole church community to plan ahead and choose how they'd like to share God's love during the busy holiday season. Sign-ups happen in October, before the holiday rush begins, and the service projects take place in November and December.

It's one of our most beloved traditions, and it's a simple way to put your faith into action alongside your church family.

Something for Everyone . Projects are carefully chosen to fit all ages, interests, and schedules, so individuals, couples, and families with kids can all find a way to take part. You can pick one project or sign up for as many as you like.

This year's partners include newer friends like Helping Hand Home and Street Youth Ministry, along with longtime favorites like Casa Marianella, Any Baby Can, and caroling at a local senior living community.

How to Sign Up

• Online: Register here.
• In person: Pick up a Giving Guide at the church. We suggest taking two: one to fill out and return (with your check, if you're making a financial donation) and one to keep as a reminder of your commitments.

Registration closes Sunday, November 1, but sooner is better. Some projects happen early in the season, and others need headcounts ahead of time so we can line up the right number of volunteers.

Your Gift Goes Twice as Far. All financial contributions to Christmas in October will be doubled through our Mission Match program.

Bring a Friend. Christmas in October is a wonderful way to invite friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors into the life of WUMC. Everyone is welcome to serve with us.