FAQ
What is Kick-Off to Advent?
Kick-Off to Advent is a celebratory social event to kick-off the holiday season. The evening includes a brief program and performances, advent wreath making, lighting of the Corpus Christi Center Christmas Tree, food, festive adult cocktails and kid-friendly beverages, contests and prizes.
Who Is Invited?
Everyone is invited to attend, parishioners and non-parishioners, Catholic and non-Catholic.
What is the cost?
Free to attend. Pre-ordering Advent wreath materials is encouraged. A limited quantity will be available the night of the event.
Featured Entertainment
Saint Joseph School St. Cecilia Choir, Tabitha Schroeder
Advent Wreath Making
After the program concludes, attendees who have pre-purchased advent wreath materials have the opportunity to make wreaths or take their wreath kits home. Purchase all the materials to make your wreath or just certain pieces, if you already have some at home. For more information or to Pre purchase your kit click the Purchase Wreath Button above. A limited number of wreath materials will be available for purchase the night of the event.
Food & Beverage
Bring a crockpot of food to share - soup or chili, cornbread, or desserts. We'll provide the bowls, plates, napkins, and utensils. Festive Beverages available for purchase. Once the program ends, please stay, eat, mix and mingle!
Featured Performers
Tabitha Schroeder is a passionate vocalist from Poplar Bluff, Missouri, who has spent years leading praise and worship in church settings. Singing has been an integral part of her life, helping her earn scholarships during her college years and deepening her connection to her faith. Christmas music holds a special place in her heart, embodying the joy and spirit of the season. Now living in the city with her husband and children, she previously taught music at Saint Joseph School and holds a degree in organizational management. Currently, she runs her own photography business, capturing life's beautiful moments while continuing to share her musical gift to glorify God.
The St. Cecilia SJS Choir, under the direction of Nori Fahrig M.M, is composed of third through eighth grade singers from Saint Joseph School. They learn sacred music for mass throughout the school year and sing at special events and masses.
