Carrollton church to host Christmas concert Nov. 30 featuring local musicians

Mark Statler, Roger Hoard and Jamie Peck to perform holiday favorites at Church of Christ–Christian Disciples

Holiday music performed by Mark Statler, Roger Hoard and Jamie Peck.

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Published November 14, 2025 - 11:41 a.m.

The Church of Christ–Christian Disciples will host a special Christmas concert Saturday, Nov. 30, at 5 p.m., featuring holiday music performed by Mark Statler, Roger Hoard and Jamie Peck. The concert will take place at 353 Moody Ave. SW in Carrollton.

Guests can enjoy an evening of Christmas classics and seasonal favorites performed by three well-known local musicians. Following the concert, refreshments will be served, and a love offering will be collected to benefit Helping Hands Ministry.

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