christmas
The lights are twinkling, the cocoa’s steaming, and the sounds of the season are filling the air — Christmas is almost here! 🎶
All are invited to join us as we celebrate the joy, wonder, and warmth of this special season together. From laughter and lights to music and moments that remind us what Christmas is really all about, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Bring your friends, your family, and your festive spirit — and let’s make some Christmas memories that shine bright!
Jesus? I have my doubts
Join us on Sundays this Christmas and beyond as we delve into some challenging topics. If you’ve ever doubted, pushed back, or wondered if Jesus is really worth considering, you’re not alone. This series is an invitation for those lingering questions in the back of your mind to move to the front where they can be explored. November 30 - Jesus...God? I have my doubts.
December 7 - Fine, but doesn’t science suggest God doesn’t [need to] exist?
December 14 - Still, scientifically speaking, people don’t rise from the dead.
December 21 - Okay, but what about a virgin birth?
December 28 - [WORSHIP SUNDAY]
January 4 - Yeah, but is the Bible even reliable?
January 11 - Fine, then why in the Bible is God so angry and vengeful?
January 18 - Ha! A love for enemies? You can’t be serious?
January 25 - I mean, that’s not the Christianity I’ve often experienced.
February 1 - Okay, but what about the relationship of church and state?
February 8 - Well, if God is so good, why all the evil and suffering...and silence from God?
February 15 - Yeah, but what makes Christianity special?
February 22 - If I’m honest, I’m really just afraid, angry, guilty...lonely...sad.
the hunt for the golden candy cane Candy Cane
Think you’ve got what it takes to track down a treasure wrapped in Christmas cheer? Then grab your sleuthing skills and join us for The Hunt for the Golden Candy Cane! Beginning November 30, somewhere in our community is the 7th annual candy cane worth $500 to the lucky finder.
Keep scrolling for helpful FAQs and the clues!
be rich
October 12 - Mid December
Be Rich is a season of generous actions and good deeds toward our community. We are compelled to generous love because God first loved us, entrusted to us all we have and invited us to manage his resources well and for the good of others. Throughout the year we live this out individually and corporately but each year around the holiday season we challenge ourselves to rise to new heights in good deeds and generous actions.
welcome christmas
DECEMBER 7 | 5:30 - 7:30pm
There’s nothing quite like Christmas in a community where everyone feels like family. Join us as we flip on the lights, share some cocoa, and soak up the joy of the season together at Welcome Christmas—our hometown-style holiday celebration. Think twinkling lights, laughter in the air, neighbors greeting neighbors, and all the cozy small-town feels. Think nativity themed petting zoo, ginger bread people, ornament making, bonfires, smores, hot cocoa and a light-strung maze...a community tree lighting...and...SNOW! Yes, we promise snow. Bring your people, bring your cheer, and let’s make this Christmas one to remember as we Welcome Christmas, together.
christmas eve
10:00 AM – Family Fun Service
Come in your coziest pajamas! Our morning service is full of experiments, illustrations, and hands-on fun as we bring the Christmas story to life for the whole family. Laughter, learning, and holiday magic await!
7:00 PM & 11:00 PM – Candlelight Services
Slow down and savor the season. Join us for reflective candle lighting, beloved carols, and an encouraging message that points to the hope and joy of Christmas. Perfect for friends, family, or anyone looking for a peaceful, meaningful evening.
✨ Whether you want fun and festive or quiet and contemplative, there’s a place for you this Christmas Eve at Restoration!
Golden candy cane:
frequently asked questions
The hunt officially begins on December 1. Clues can be found below. The hunt will end when the candy cane is found.
The entire community! The only person who knows its whereabouts is Pastor Ross and Emily so they are the only ones excluded from finding it (but their kids are not).
The candy cane is 8 inches long. Originally it held M&Ms :) It's wrapped in gold duct tape.
Cut it open and follow the instructions inside.
The hunting zone is roughly as follows: HWY 1 to the North, the Delaware River to the East and South, 295 to the West. See below for a map of the boundaries.
We are a church IN our community, FOR our community. We love providing fun, family friendly activities to help our community thrive. We (obviously) believe in the work, the hope, the life and the community of Restoration Church so we want as many people to know who we are and what we're about. This is one way to introduce our community to Restoration in a fun way.
Yes. Anyone can access it without trespassing.
Places that are publicly accessible :)
As many as are needed. Previous hunts have seen anywhere between 6 and 15 clues be released.
Every couple of days though we release more when people "play along" on social media by helping us share and interact with us.
$500
You can do whatever you want but he (and Emily) is sworn to secrecy. But he would love to get to know you so introduce yourself if you see him :)
Well, it's a check. The check will take 7-10 days to process but it will be mailed to the winner :)
Okay. Somewhere in our community there is a tape covered, plastic candy cane. Starting on December 1, clues will start showing up below. Every couple days another clue will appear. Each clue will describe the cane's location in a mysterious way that will demand your deciphering skills. Put the clues together and they'll lead you to the candy cane. If you find it, cut it open and follow the instructions inside to claim your prize!
search boundaries
NORTH - Hwy 1
EAST - Deleware River
SOUTH - Deleware River
WEST - Hwy 95 + the Neshaminy Creek
