Candlelight & Community: Christmas Services in Monroe-West Monroe
The holidays in Monroe-West Monroe are filled with moments of reflection, joy, and community. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful candlelight service, a festive concert, or a family Christmas celebration, churches across Ouachita Parish are spreading cheer throughout the season. Here’s a list of local services and events to help you plan your holiday calendar.
The Gathering
📍 207 Defreese Road, West Monroe
Events:
Family Christmas Event — December 14 at 5:00 PM
Christmas Special “His Name is Jesus” — December 21 at 9:00 AM & 10:30 AM
Christmas Eve Service — December 24 at 5:00 PM
Christ Church
📍 208 Lincoln Street, West Monroe
Events:
Candlelight Services — December 21 at 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, & 11:00 AM
Life Church
📍 118 South Martin Lane, West Monroe
Events:
Candlelight Service — December 24 at 5:00 PM
McClendon Baptist Church
📍 206 Downing Pines Road, West Monroe
Events:
Christmas at McClendon — December 20 & 21 at 5:00 PM
Christmas Eve “Joy to the World” Service — December 24 at 4:00 PM
Christmas Eve “Silent Night” Service — December 24 at 5:00 PM
Greater Realness Cathedral
📍 3831 Old Sterlington Road, Monroe
Events:
Candlelight Worship — December 31 at 10:00 PM
North Monroe Baptist Church
📍 210 Finks Hideaway Road, Monroe
Events:
Candlelight Service — December 24 at 4:00 PM & 5:30 PM
Cedar Crest Baptist Church
📍 3245 Arkansas Road, West Monroe
Events:
Christmas Concert — December 21 at 6:00 PM
First Monroe Baptist Church
📍 240 Tower Drive, Monroe
Events:
Christmas Eve Service — December 24 at 5:00 PM