Christmas In Joplin

01/01/2026

We had so much fun celebrating the Christmas season with you this year. From Dessert Theater, to kids leading us in worship, to our Christmas Eve service, every moment pointed us back to the true reason for the season. It was a joy to celebrate Jesus together and to see our church family fill the building with worship, laughter, and hope.

Want to rewatch our kids performing their Christmas songs or listen again to some of the incredible musical moments from the season?
👉 Watch here:
https://subsplash.com/u/firstjoplin/media/l/s3jfrtj-christmas-2025

Rewatch a determined group of townspeople, armed with carol books and faith, as they go door to door to bring back the Christmas concert and remind their town of what truly matters. Filled with laughter, heart, and music, Miracle on Main Street is a joyful reminder of hope, unity, and the miracle at the heart of Christmas.
👉 Watch here:
https://subsplash.com/u/firstjoplin/media/l/fbsqpqj-miracle-on-main-street

Want to rewatch one of Pastor John’s Christmas series sermons or share it with someone who could use a little hope?
👉 Watch here:
https://subsplash.com/u/firstjoplin/media/l/4kcwqs2-first-christmas

Rewatch our Christmas Celebration Service here:
👉 https://subsplash.com/u/firstjoplin/media/d/44nd3km-december-21st-2025-service

And our Christmas Eve Service here:
👉 https://subsplash.com/u/firstjoplin/media/d/nxsrmkt-christmas-eve-2025-service

Thank you for celebrating the season with us. We’re grateful for our church family and excited for all God has in store in the year ahead!

12/22/2025

This Christmas Eve, come find the light.
Celebrate with us at First Baptist Joplin as we sing carols, reflect on the hope of Christ, and worship together with a candlelit service. No pressure. No expectations. Just a meaningful moment to remember why we celebrate.

Christmas Eve | December 24 at 5:00 PM
Carols & Candlelight
Childcare provided for 2nd grade and younger
Bring your people—or come as you are.

12/15/2025

Christmas Eve is better when shared.
Join us at First Baptist Joplin for a meaningful Christmas Eve Service filled with carols, candlelight, and the hope we have in Jesus. It’s a beautiful evening of worship designed to slow you down and refocus your heart—whether you come with family, friends, or just yourself.

December 24 | 5:00 PM
Carols & Candlelight
Childcare available for 2nd grade and younger
Everyone is welcome.

12/11/2025

Introducing the Christmas Dessert Theater Program: Miracle on Main Street!

When the town mayor cancels the annual Christmas concert to make room for more shopping and parking, a determined group of sponsors refuses to let the true meaning of Christmas get lost in the noise. With carol books in hand and faith leading the way, they go door to door, meeting a colorful cast of townspeople and reminding them what the season is really about.

Filled with laughter, heart, and beautiful music, Miracle on Main Street tells a story of hope, unity, and the miracle that changed the world forever.

Watch the full performance here!
https://firstjoplin.subspla.sh/c3mc37x

A huge thank-you to everyone who helped bring this production to life. Your time, talent, and joy made this story shine.

12/06/2025

We had a wonderful opening night of our Christmas Dessert Theater: Miracle on Main Street. Our volunteers, cast, band, and choir did an outstanding job bringing this year’s production to life, and we were grateful to share the evening with so many of you.

If you weren’t able to join us, we have one final performance tonight at 7 pm. We’d love for you to be part of this special night.

We hope to see you there! 🎄✨

12/01/2025

🚨 Only 10 spots left! 🚨
If you’ve been thinking about joining us for First Baptist Joplin’s Christmas Dessert Theater, now’s the time to secure your seat.

We’re featuring this year’s production, Miracle on Main Street—a heartwarming story where a canceled Christmas concert, a determined group of townspeople, and a whole lot of unexpected holiday spirit collide. As they go door-to-door meeting quirky neighbors, they discover hope, unity, and the miracle that started it all.

Reserve your tickets here: firstjoplin.org/desserttheater

11/28/2025

🎄 You’re invited to First Baptist Joplin’s Christmas Dessert Theater featuring this year’s production, Miracle on Main Street!

When the town mayor cancels the annual Christmas concert to make room for more shopping and parking, a determined group refuses to let the true meaning of Christmas get buried under tinsel and sales. With carol books in hand, they head out door-to-door, meeting a parade of quirky townsfolk in hopes of saving the concert.

Filled with laughter, heart, and music, Miracle on Main Street is a story about rediscovering hope, unity, and the miracle that started it all.

📅 December 5 & 6
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 First Baptist Church, Joplin

Enjoy delicious desserts and beverages as part of this special evening together.
Childcare available for children 5 and younger.
Admission is free, and seating is limited.

✨ We now have just 46 spots left — grab your tickets while you can!
Get tickets here: firstjoplin.org/desserttheater

12/25/2024

Listen to our First Littles telling us the Christmas story! Thank you, First Littles, for reminding us all to celebrate the greatest gift of all. 🎄✨

Content from The Christmas Story as Told By Our First Littles

12/24/2024

🎶 Fall on your knees, O hear the angel voices! O night divine, O night when Christ was born! 🎶
Our Praise Team shared an awesome mashup of O Come All Ye Faithful and O Holy Night. Let the music lead you into the wonder of this holy night.

Content from O Come All Fe Faithful/O Holy Night

12/23/2024

✨ "Come, they told me. Pa-rum-pum-pum-pum!” 🎶
Our Praise band brought the beat to Little Drummer Boy! 🥁🙌
Check out this joyful rendition featuring a drum solo from our very own (not so) Little Drummer Boy! 💫

Content from The Little Drummer Boy