YOU’RE INVITED

Christmas is full of surprises, and none is bigger than the first one. A young woman in Nazareth hears she will carry the Son of God. Shepherds keeping watch at night are met by angels. The King of kings arrives, not in a palace, but in a manger. God showed up in ways no one expected, for people no one expected, and He still does.

Whether you’ve called Bay Life home for years or you’re looking for a church to visit this Christmas, there’s a seat saved for you. Come as you are, bring someone with you, and celebrate with us.

Christmas Eve ServicesWatch Online

SURPRISE! A CHRISTMAS SERIES

Sundays · December 6, 13 & 20 · 9 & 10:45am

This December, we’re walking through the story of Jesus’ birth and the unexpected ways God kept His promise. From an angel’s announcement to a crowded stable, every part of the Christmas story is full of surprises, and every one of them points to the greatest gift of all: a Savior who came for us.

Can’t be here in person? Join us online at baylife.org/live.

CHRISTMAS EVE

Thursday, December 24

2pm  ·  4pm  ·  6pm

Christmas Eve at Bay Life is one of our favorite nights of the year, and we’d love to share it with you. Sing your favorite Christmas carols, stop by the family photo station, and hear a message from Pastor Mark about the greatest surprise of all: God with us. There’s something special for the kids, too. Bring your family, bring your friends, and come celebrate the birth of Jesus.

Kids: Nursery and Preschool are available during the 2 and 4pm services. No reservation needed.

Translation: Spanish and ASL interpretation at the 4pm service.

Location: Kingsway Campus, 1017 Kingsway Rd., Brandon, FL 33510.

Online: Can’t make it in person? Watch live at baylife.org/live.

FAMILY PHOTO BOOTH

Make a memory with us on Christmas Eve! Stop by our family photo booth before or after the service. We’ll post every photo here after Christmas, free for you to download and share.

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Frequently Asked Questions  

WEEKEND SERVICE TIMES

Regular Weekend Services

     Sundays | 9 & 10:45am

Christmas Eve

     Thursday | December 24 | 2, 4, & 6pm

WHAT'S WORSHIP LIKE?

Worship is filled with contemporary music and biblical teaching. Sermons are usually taught by our Lead Pastor, Mark Saunders. Check out our Worship Arts page for more information!

HOW SHOULD I DRESS

Dress comfortably! Most people will be wearing casual and comfortable clothes. 

WHAT ABOUT MY KIDS?

Bay Life's Family Ministries offer fantastic opportunities for your children and students. Our Student Center is filled with fun, learning environments designed just for them. It’s free, totally secure, and open during Sunday services. On Christmas Eve, Nursery and Preschool are available at the 2 and 4pm services. Want more information? Email Ben Diehl, our Kids Pastor.

ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW?

New Here Team

When you get here, swing by our New Here desk in the Worship Center Lobby. One of our volunteers there would love to show you around, give you some more information, and answer any questions you might have! 

Connect Card

Whether you’re new or a regular, we want to hear from you! Connect Cards will be all over the Worship Center and available online at baylife.org/connect. You can use the card to tell us a little about yourself, send a message to our staff and elders, update your contact information, or request information about various ministries and events.

Worship Stations

In our efforts to actively worship God together, we’ve placed worship stations in multiple areas of our Worship Center. The prayer crosses and communion stations are available to you during services for worship, reflection, and prayer.

The Corner

If you’re visiting during a weekend service, we’d love to meet you! Stop by The Corner in the front-left of the Worship Center after the service and meet our pastor, Mark Saunders.

Prayer Partners

If you need prayer before, during, or after a weekend service, we have people ready to pray with you and for you. Just look for the Prayer Room sign at back of the Worship Center.

Deaf Interpretation

Deaf interpretation (American Sign Language) is offered during the 9am service. Reserved seats are available in the front of the Worship Center on the right side. 

Spanish-Language Translation

Spanish-language translation is offered during the 9am service. Pick up a translation device at the Guest Services desk in the Worship Center Lobby. 

Maps + Directions

The church campus is located at 1017 Kingsway Road in Brandon, Florida.

 

 

SHARE THE GOOD NEWS

INVITE SOMEONE THIS CHRISTMAS

Most people who visit a church for the first time come because someone they know asked them. This Christmas, that someone could be you.

Think of one person, like a neighbor, coworker, family member, or friend, who could use some hope this season. Invite them to sit with you on a Sunday in December or at one of our Christmas Eve services on Thursday, December 24 at 2, 4, or 6pm. If they can’t make it in person, they can watch with us live at baylife.org/live.

Everything below is yours to use. Save the graphics, borrow the words, and share them by text, email, social media, Nextdoor, or anywhere else. When you post, use #blcChristmas so we can see it!

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Surprise! Christmas Eve at Bay Life, Thursday, December 24 at 2, 4 and 6pm

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On your phone, tap a button to open the image, then press and hold it to save.

Invite Ideas

Not sure what to say? Here are a few ideas to get you started. Make them your own!

Text Message:

Hey ____! My church is having Christmas Eve services on Thursday, December 24 at 2, 4, and 6pm. There’s great music, something special for the kids, and a message about why Christmas matters. I’d love for you to come with me. Want to sit together?

Social Post:

Looking for a place to celebrate Christmas Eve? Join me at Bay Life Church on Thursday, December 24 at 2, 4, or 6pm, in person in Brandon or online at baylife.org/live. All the details are at baylife.org/christmas. #blcChristmas

Email:

Hi ____, I hope your Christmas season is off to a great start! My church, Bay Life, is holding Christmas Eve services on Thursday, December 24 at 2, 4, and 6pm. It’s a joyful, family-friendly service with Christmas carols, a family photo booth, and something special for the kids. I’d love to have you join me, and I’m happy to save you a seat. You can find all the details at baylife.org/christmas.

Kid-Friendly Ideas

Kids make the best inviters! Here are some fun ways they can invite your neighborhood to Christmas at Bay Life:

  • Write an invite in sidewalk chalk
  • Make a colorful sign to hang in your window
  • Draw an invitation and have mom or dad post a picture of it on social media or Nextdoor

We’d love to see what they create! Email a picture to or post it with #blcChristmas so we can share their masterpiece.

Photo Sharing

Christmas is better together! Snap a picture at the Family Photo Booth on Christmas Eve or share your family Christmas photo, and tag it #blcChristmas so we can find it.

Not a hashtag person? Email your photos to , and we may share some favorites on Facebook (@baylifechurchbrandon) and Instagram (@baylifechurch).

 

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