10 Churches to Attend Services on Christmas Eve

Let's not forget the true meaning of Christmas in the face of the commercial gift-giving end of the holiday. If you're not particularly religious, but are looking for a church to attend a service on Christmas Eve, here's a list of 10 services that will welcome you with open arms.

1. We've all been there when kids are crying through service. That's why  in East Hampton will host a  on Friday night that accommodates the little ones at 4:20 p.m.

2. For some appropriate Christmas music,  will be held at  in East Hampton on Friday at 4:30 p.m.

3. The  will hold a  of its own at church at 5 p.m.

4. A  with a children's message will take place at  in Sag Harbor. It also starts at 5 p.m.

5. Another , meant for families, will go on at the  at the same time.

6. At in Amagansett, a will also be held. Favorite Christmas hymns will also be sung.

7. will host a with traditional lessons, carols, and special music at 7 p.m. Children will be given a booklet for the service.

8. For those in Springs, will also be sung at a service at the at 7:30 p.m.

9. A at Most Holy Trinity Church at 9 p.m. Most Holy Trinity has several other Masses, mainly in English, so be sure to check the calendar for other options.

10. In the tradition of midnight Mass, Most Holy Trinity will also have host at 11:30 p.m.

A list of services for Christmas day will be run on Wednesday.