Start Your Advent & Christmas Season Here
Experience hope, joy, and meaningful worship
You’re invited to begin your Advent and Christmas season at St. Matthew’s in Sterling
This December, St. Matthew’s offers joyful services, kid-friendly traditions, and special moments that help your family experience the true story of Christmas in a fresh and beautiful way.
From our Advent Sermon Series to seasonal coffee hours, you’ll make memories that carry well beyond the season.
Featured Advent & Christmas Events at St. Matthew’s
Sunday Services at 8, 9:30, and 11 AM & Seasonal Coffee Hours at 10:30 AM
December 7
Invite a friend for a Sunday centered on generosity, plus peppermint treats at our Minter Wonderland Coffee Hour.
December 14
Pause and reconnect with rest this week, then enjoy our Christmas Cookies Coffee Hour and kids’ cookie decorating.
December 21
Crazy Christmas Sweaters, a Hot Cocoa Bar, and an impactful conversation on communication, it’s a Sunday you won’t want to miss.
December 24
Gather your friends and family and join us for one of our four joyful Christmas Eve Services!
Ways to Give Back this Christmas
Giving Tree
Adopt a family, or local child and help make Christmas wonderful for our neighbors in need. Donations due by December 14th. Learn More.
Care Response Team Packing
Join us on Sunday, Dec. 7th at 10:30 AM to pack food bags for families who reach out to St. Matt's for urgent food support. Learn About Care Response.
Wreaths Across America
On Sat., Dec. 13th meet up and head to Arlington National Cemetary to lay wreaths and honor those who've served our country. See Details.
Parish Work Day
Come for a joyful morning of service and fun. prepping the church for Christmas! Donuts and coffee provided. Sat. Dec. 20th 9 AM - 12 PM
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church is located at 201 E. Frederick Dr., in Sterling just minutes from Ashburn, Reston, and Leesburg. We’d love for you to join us as we journey through Advent and Christmas.