Christmas Mass and Service in Glendale: Schedule and Times
Glendale families have multiple options for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day worship in 2025, though few churches are actually located within city limits. This North Shore suburb is primarily served by three Lutheran congregations and a cluster of Catholic parishes in neighboring Milwaukee—plus excellent options in surrounding communities like Fox Point and Whitefish Bay just minutes away. No reservations are required at any area church, but arriving 20-30 minutes early is strongly recommended for popular Christmas Eve services.
The key insight for Glendale residents: while the city's church landscape is predominantly Lutheran (LCMS and ELCA), the Northwest Milwaukee Catholic Parishes cluster provides convenient Mass options, and the broader North Shore offers exceptional variety within a short drive—from intimate candlelight services to eight-service Christmas Eve extravaganzas.
Churches located within Glendale
St. John's Lutheran Church (LCMS)
The most established congregation in Glendale proper, St. John's operates a thriving K3-8th grade school and childcare center alongside its worship ministry.
Detail Information Address 7877 North Port Washington Road, Glendale, WI 53217 Phone (414) 352-4150 Email office@stjohnglendale.com Website stjohnglendale.com Pastor Rev. Stephen J. Klemp Denomination Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Regular worship: Sundays at 9:00 AM; second Monday of each month at 6:00 PM. Bible Class follows Sunday worship at 10:15 AM.
Christmas 2025 services: Contact the church directly at (414) 352-4150 for confirmed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day service times. LCMS churches traditionally offer candlelight services with Holy Communion on Christmas Eve.
Special features: Services are livestreamed via YouTube. The church emphasizes education ministry with before/after school programs, music education, and a JOY Bible Study for adults (Thursdays 9:30-11:00 AM, September through May).
Lincoln Park Lutheran Church (ELCA)
This ELCA congregation has limited online presence, making direct contact essential.
Detail Information Address 6045 North Green Bay Avenue, Glendale, WI 53209 Phone (414) 351-0960 Denomination Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)
Christmas 2025 services: Contact directly to verify current status and obtain Christmas schedule. Online information is outdated.
Memorial Lutheran Church (ELCA) — Status Uncertain
Recent reports indicate this congregation at 7701 North Green Bay Avenue may have closed due to financial sustainability challenges. Families should verify status by calling (414) 352-1160 before planning to attend.
Cornerstone Church (Assemblies of God)
The only Pentecostal congregation in Glendale.
Detail Information Address 2315 West Good Hope Road, Glendale, WI 53209 Denomination Assemblies of God
Christmas 2025 services: Contact the Wisconsin/Northern Michigan Assemblies of God Network at wnmdag.org for current information.
Catholic parishes serving Glendale residents
No Catholic churches are located within Glendale city limits, but the Northwest Milwaukee Catholic Parishes cluster provides excellent coverage. These three parishes share resources and coordinate Christmas Day celebrations.
Our Lady of Good Hope
The primary Catholic parish for Glendale families, offering convenient access and livestreaming.
Detail Information Address 7152 North 41st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53209 Phone (414) 352-1148 Email olghparish@nwmcp.org Website nwmcp.org
Christmas Eve: 4:00 PM Mass (also livestreamed)
Christmas Day: 10:30 AM at St. Margaret Mary (shared cluster celebration)
Confession: Saturdays 3:00-3:30 PM (not available Christmas Eve or Christmas Day)
St. Bernadette Parish
Notable for offering Hmong-language Mass monthly—a unique option in the North Shore.
Detail Information Address 8200 West Denver Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53223 Phone (414) 358-4600 Email stbernadette@nwmcp.org Website nwmcp.org
Christmas Eve: 4:00 PM Mass
Christmas Day: 10:30 AM at St. Margaret Mary
Special features: Hmong Mass on fourth Sundays at 9:00 AM (note: December 28 Hmong Mass cancelled; Hmong New Year Mass December 22 at 10:00 AM instead). Sunday 10:30 AM Mass livestreams. Fish fry third Fridays, September through May.
St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish
A historic parish "on the hill since 1855" with Praise Mass options.
Detail Information Address 8661 North 76th Place, Milwaukee, WI 53223 Phone (414) 365-2020 Email st.catherine@nwmcp.org Website nwmcp.org
Christmas Eve: 4:00 PM Mass
Christmas Day: 10:30 AM at St. Margaret Mary
Special features: Praise Masses on second weekends feature contemporary worship elements. Immaculate Conception Mass December 8 at 6:30 PM.
North Shore churches worth the short drive
Glendale's location makes neighboring communities' churches easily accessible. These options significantly expand families' choices, particularly for those seeking specific service styles or times.
Fox Point Lutheran Church (ELCA) — Best for scheduling flexibility
Just 2 miles from Glendale center, this recently renovated congregation offers the area's most comprehensive Christmas Eve lineup with four distinct service options.
Detail Information Address 7510 North Santa Monica Boulevard, Fox Point, WI 53217 Phone (414) 352-8990 Website foxpointlutheran.org
Christmas Eve 2025:
3:00 PM — "Pageant in a Bag" (ideal for young families)
4:30 PM — Candlelight service, no communion (shorter service)
6:00 PM — Candlelight with Holy Communion
9:00 PM — Candlelight with Holy Communion (best for adults and teens)
Special features: Completed $8 million renovation expanding sanctuary, fellowship hall, and parking. Kids' Church operates during regular services for preschool through 6th grade. Nursery care provided. 10:30 AM service livestreams on YouTube.
St. Eugene Congregation (Catholic) — Partners with St. Monica
Located in Fox Point just 1 mile from northern Glendale, St. Eugene offers multiple Christmas service options.
Detail Information Address 7600 North Port Washington Road, Fox Point, WI 53217 Phone (414) 918-1100 Email seoffice@stme.church Website steugenecongregation.org
Christmas Eve: 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM
Christmas Day: 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM
Special features: Livestreaming at steugenecongregation.org/live. 24/7 sacramental emergency line available—dial (414) 918-1100 and press 9. No Confession or Adoration on Christmas Day.
St. Monica Parish (Catholic) — Features children's pageant
In Whitefish Bay, 3 miles from Glendale, celebrating its centennial anniversary.
Detail Information Address 5681 North Santa Monica Boulevard, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 Phone (414) 332-1576 Email smoffice@stme.church Website st-monica.org
Christmas Eve:
4:15 PM — Children's Christmas Pageant (K4-8th grade participants)
4:30 PM — Mass (new time this year—note the change)
10:00 PM — Late evening Mass
Christmas Day: 8:00 AM and 10:15 AM
Special features: Elevator access from parking lot. Livestreaming at stme.church. Pageant rehearsals December 15 and 18.
United Methodist Church of Whitefish Bay
Exceptional music programming makes this a standout for families who appreciate traditional choral worship.
Detail Information Address 819 East Silver Spring Drive, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 Phone (414) 964-2424 Website umcwfb.org
Christmas Eve: 4:00 PM Contemporary Worship Service
Special features: 40-member Chancel Choir, 20-member Praise Team, children's choirs, and five-octave handbell choir. Festival Worship December 14 at 10:00 AM features all music ensembles with complimentary brunch. Nursery care available. YouTube livestreaming.
North Shore Presbyterian Church (PC-USA)
Historic Shorewood congregation established in 1922.
Detail Information Address 4048 North Bartlett Avenue, Shorewood, WI 53211 Phone (414) 332-8130
Christmas Eve: 5:00 PM
Special features: Choir program, historic sanctuary, inclusive congregation.
Mequon's mega-church Christmas experience
For families seeking a larger-scale celebration, Christ Church Mequon (non-denominational) offers the region's most extensive Christmas Eve programming—eight service times across four worship environments.
Detail Information Address 13460 North Port Washington Road, Mequon, WI 53097 Phone (262) 243-3093 Website christchurchmequon.com
Christmas Eve options include:
Chapel: Traditional service with classic carols, Advent wreath lighting
East Auditorium: Intimate large-church experience
West Auditorium: Art-enhanced worship
Online: Live and on-demand via YouTube, Facebook, Church Online
Accessibility: ASL interpretation at 3:00 PM in West Auditorium. Abundant parking with accessible spots and circle-drive drop-off. Childcare for ages 3 and under (except 7:00 PM service).
Special features: Communion at every service. All services conclude with candlelit "Silent Night." Very casual dress code—jeans to dresses welcome. Free community event "The Bethlehem Experience" runs December 12 (6:00-9:00 PM) and December 13 (4:00-8:00 PM).
Family planning tips
Timing matters most at 4:00-5:00 PM services. These family-friendly early Christmas Eve options draw the year's largest crowds. The Catholic Masses with children's pageants fill fastest—St. Monica's 4:30 PM service following the 4:15 PM pageant is particularly popular.
Livestream options provide flexibility for families with young children, illness, or scheduling conflicts. Confirmed streaming churches include St. Monica/St. Eugene (stme.church), Fox Point Lutheran (YouTube), Christ Church Mequon (multiple platforms), UMC Whitefish Bay (YouTube), and the Northwest Milwaukee Catholic Parishes cluster.
Most Protestant churches don't hold Christmas Day services. If worshipping on December 25 is important to your family, Catholic parishes offer the most options: St. Eugene and St. Monica each hold morning Masses, while the Northwest Milwaukee cluster celebrates jointly at St. Margaret Mary.
Childcare availability is strongest at Christ Church Mequon and Fox Point Lutheran. The 3:00 PM "Pageant in a Bag" at Fox Point Lutheran is specifically designed for families with young children who may not sit through traditional services.
Nearby Christmas Mass and Services
Whitefish Bay Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Mass and Service schedules
Mequon Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Mass and Service schedules