SANTAFLIX

If you can’t find the real meaning of Christmas in a Santa Claus movie where can you? Okay, we agree, probably lots of places. BUT even though Santa isn’t the ‘reason for the season’ and movies aren’t the Bible, the light that Christmas announces is so bright that it shines through every crack and crevice in this world. Including Santa and Hollywood. So, this year as we get ready for the birth of Jesus, we are going to look for that light shining from The Santa Clause, Noelle, and The Boy Called Christmas. Join us whether you’ve seen the movie or not.

November 26 - The Santa Clause. This 1994 Christmas classic with Tim Allen isn’t only funny and heartwarming, it carries more of what Christmas is meant to bring than Santa could ever fit down a chimney. Watch the movie ahead of time if you wish, and if you don’t get around to it, don’t worry, we’ll make sure you are all caught up. And we’ll try not to spoil it for you if you haven’t seen it yet. But seriously?!? You haven’t seen The Santa Clause yet? Well, what better to do over Thanksgiving weekend! WATCH MESSAGE | PODCAST | SUNDAY PAPER | GROUP GUIDE

December 3 - Noelle. Santa is Christmas to Noelle Kringle and everyone at the North Pole. When her brother reluctantly inherits the hat, she’s under pressure to make sure he’s ready. Noelle does everything in her power to make the hat fit so the perfect gifts can be delivered like they have for 1000s of years. Join Fabric and the Kringles for a fun and wild ride to discover the most important gift to unwrap and share this Christmas. Here’s the movie trailer. PODCAST | SUNDAY PAPER | GROUP GUIDE

December 10 - A Boy Called Christmas. This 2021 film is one we vote to become a classic. No, it doesn’t tell the Bible’s story, but it doesn’t have to. It bears witness to the heart of Christmas in a language all its own. You will enjoy this fun and exciting fairytale story of Nikolas’ brave adventure to make sure love, hope, and the spirit of generosity aren’t lost. All in the midst of real and deep loss. Watch it ahead if you can, and don’t worry if you can’t. You’ll want to afterward for sure! WATCH MESSAGE | SUNDAY PAPER | GROUP GUIDE