Joy For ALl

Joy for All is a series of special events this Christmas season where Downtown Hope lives out our faith by  giving, serving, and encouraging others while building meaningful connections throughout the city of Annapolis.

As we step into the Christmas season, we reflect on the greatest gift ever given: the birth of Jesus. This wondrous gift is the ultimate expression of God’s love for us—a love that brings unbreakable hope to our uncertainties, deep peace into our chaos, and profound joy in our deepest despair.
Most importantly, experiencing His love transforms how we relate to everyone around us. This season, Joy for All is our opportunity to put that love into action by connecting with our neighbors right here in Annapolis. Every person who calls Downtown Hope their church family is invited to step out and participate in one or all of these three special events:

Joy for Autumn Lake Healthcare Spa Creek

Date TBD
35 Milkshake Way
Annapolis, MD 21403

Let’s blanket our neighbors with Christ's love by preparing and presenting Christmas cards from Downtown Hope. A simple, heartfelt message of encouragement can brighten someone's entire week and remind them they are seen and loved.

Joy for Lighthouse Shelter

Friday, December 18, 2026
10 Hudson St
 Annapolis, MD 21401


Be the hands and feet of Jesus by serving dinner to 50 residents at the Lighthouse Shelter. Take time to meet them, and build meaningful connections.

Joy for Germantown Elementary School

November 15, 2026 – December 13, 2026
Distribution December 19, 2026
255 West St
Annapolis, MD 21401

Share the joy of the season by donating Christmas gifts to students at Germantown Elementary School whose families would not otherwise have the means to provide them.