Christmas Eve at Brentwood
Join us on Wednesday, December 24 for candlelight services at 11:00 a.m., 1:00, 3:00, and 5:00 p.m. in the Worship Center as we celebrate the birth of Christ together. These family-friendly services will include worship, Scripture, and candlelight as we rejoice in the true Light of the world. Worship Care will not be provided, and only the 3:00 p.m. service will be streamed live.
Volunteer for Christmas Eve Services!
Join us on Wednesday, December 24, as we welcome our community to celebrate the birth of Christ during our Candlelight Christmas Eve Services at 11:00 a.m., 1:00, 3:00, and 5:00 p.m. We need volunteers to help greet guests, guide families, and create a worshipful atmosphere as we rejoice in the true Light of the world. Sign up today and help make this Christmas Eve meaningful for every person who walks through our doors.
Year End Giving
Thank you for your incredible generosity this season! Across all our campuses, your giving to the Christmas Project is already making a meaningful impact in our communities and through our ministry partners.
As we celebrate what God has done through your faithfulness, we also invite you to help us finish the year strong. December giving plays a vital role in fueling ministry as we enter a new year. You can give online or through other tax-advantaged methods. To be included in your 2025 Contribution Statement, gifts must be received or postmarked by Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
Service Time Change | Sunday, December 28
Join us for family-friendly worship (no childcare) at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 28. Please note there will be no 8:00 a.m. service this week. We look forward to worshiping together as we close out the year in gratitude and praise!
Snowball Girls Retreat
Join us for Snowball Girls Retreat—a weekend retreat for 6th–12th grade girls at Camp Widjiwagan, January 31–February 1. This unforgettable weekend will include worship, small groups, Bible teaching, and more—all designed to help students grow closer to Christ and each other. Don’t miss this chance to connect, recharge, and make lasting memories!
Anvil Guys Retreat
Middle and high school boys—grab your dad (or a mentor) and join us for the Anvil Guys Retreat at Camp Widjiwagan, February 21–22. This 24-hour getaway is designed to strengthen faith, build community, and create unforgettable memories. We’ll dig deep into God’s Word through worship, small groups, and intentional time together, while also enjoying plenty of friendly competition and outdoor fun. Don’t miss this powerful weekend of connection and growth.
Men’s Midweek Kickoff
Kick off the new year with our Men’s Midweek study on the Apostle Peter, Wednesdays, January 7 and 14, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. in Wilson Hall. These evenings will feature teaching, conversation, and fellowship as we explore Peter’s bold faith and calling. Pastor Jay Strother will teach on January 7 to help launch this special kickoff, which leads into our semester-long study of 1 Peter beginning January 21 (Wednesdays) and January 22 (Thursdays).
Women’s Midweek
Women’s Midweek is back, starting Wednesday, January 7, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. in Baskin Chapel—and there’s a seat for you. Join us as we gather in groups to grow in God’s Word and build community with other women who are walking with Jesus through every season of life.
Pre-Order the Draw Near Bible Study
This January, Brentwood Women’s Midweek will be walking through Draw Near, a 6-week study through Ephesians, created to deepen your understanding of God’s love, identity, and purpose for your life. While we’ll be using this study together on Wednesday nights beginning January 7, it’s also available for any group of women—Bible studies, small groups, or friends—to walk through at their own pace.
Wednesday Nights at Brentwood
Wednesday nights at Brentwood Baptist are designed for the whole church family to grow in Christ together, with spaces for every age and stage in life. Join us starting Wednesday, January 7, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. for Preschool KidLife, Kids Impact, Student LIFE Groups, Embrace Special Needs Ministry, Men’s and Women’s Midweek Bible studies, choir, and orchestra—we can’t wait to see you there!
2026 Bible Reading Plan
Start the year in God’s Word with a clear and steady rhythm. This plan guides you through the entire Bible in 314 days, offering two readings each day—one from the Old Testament and one from the New—while giving you a weekly catch-up day to stay on track. We are grateful to Ligonier Ministries for providing this resource to help believers understand, live, and share their faith. Join us as we read Scripture together day by day.
Register Now for Spring 2026 EQUIP Courses
Ready to grow in your understanding of Scripture and theology? Sign up for the Spring 2026 EQUIP courses at Brentwood Baptist, offered in partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Courses are available to students enrolled at SEBTS. Non-SEBTS students are welcome to audit the class for a fee of $50. This semester’s classes include Hermeneutics, New Testament II, and Great Commission. Spaces are limited, so reserve your seat today!
Sermon Notes | How King Herod, the Pharisees, and the Wise Men Responded to Jesus’ Arrival
In this episode of Sermon Notes, Jay Strother and Brian Ball dive into the story of the wise men in Matthew’s Gospel, exploring how themes of authority, kingship, and obedience challenge us to seek Jesus with humble, responsive hearts this Christmas season.
Week of December 21, 2025 | Danielle | Southern Africa
Danielle serves with Living Hope in South Africa, training life skills educators who lead programs for children and teens. She also ministers as the Children’s Director at King of Kings Baptist Church, supporting families and discipling the next generation. Pray for more local leaders to rise up, for families to experience healing and restoration, and for Danielle’s continued wisdom and refreshment in ministry.
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