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ILLUMINATE
Silverdale Women's Christmas Event
Illuminate 2025
A night for every woman to gather to celebrate what God is doing in the lives of women in our church.
How will you be a part of Illuminate?
Some are invited. Some Serve. Some Host.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register?
Register to be an In-Person or a Virtual Hostess here October 1 at 7a.
What is the cost to host?
- In-Person Illuminate: $200 per table. A $20 deposit is required to reserve each table. Tables will seat 10 ladies. (Includes meal, program materials, favors, and Hostess Kit)
- Online Illuminate: $30 for Hostess Kit for up to 10 ladies (Includes favors, viewing link, program materials, and Hostess Kit) *Does not include meal.
Is my cost refundable?
No, but it is transferable.
Will there be Individual Tickets for sale?
Yes, a limited number of Individual Tickets for the in-person event will go on sale Monday, November 17. $20 each.
The registration link will be available on Monday, November 17.
Hostess Notes:
Find decorating times, hosting details, and more info here.
In-Person Hotess Notes – Illuminate 2025
Online Hostess Notes – Illuminate 2025
What is in the Hostess Kit?
In-Person Illuminate: The Hostess Kit contains your 10 favors and 10 tickets.
Online Illuminate: The Hostess Kit is filled with Spiced Mix for Cider and favors (for 10), You may order additional Hostess Kits if your number exceeds 10. There will be a digital version of the Invitation for you to send to your ladies.
How do I get my Hostess Kit?
Hostess Kit Pickup will be Saturday, November 15 on the Bonny Oaks Campus from 9:30–11a.
7236 Bonny Oaks Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Hostess Kits will be mailed to those hosting outside the Chattanooga area.
How many people do I invite?
In-Person Illuminate: Your table will seat 10. You may reserve multiple tables for multiple nights if desired.
Online Illuminate: Your kit will include favors for 10. You may order additional Hostess kits if your number exceeds 10.
What about food?
In-Person Illuminate: Your table costs will include a delicious dinner and dessert for the 10 seated at your table. This cost will also include coffee, spiced cider, iced tea, and water. You will provide dinner plates or chargers, silverware, drinking glasses, napkins, and a centerpiece.
Online Illuminate: You may choose to serve your guests a meal that you prepare, have Doordash deliver, or order a pizza – the possibilities are endless! It’s all up to you!
When can I host the Online Illuminate?
- Live Stream (Option 1) allows you to participate concurrently with our In-Person Experience. This option is only available on Tuesday-December 2, Wednesday- December 3, and Thursday-December 4. The program begins at 7p.
- Playback (Option 2) will be available beginning Friday, December 5 after 5p. This option allows you to pick your day and time to host. With the playback, you will be able to pause, rewind, etc.
Do I have to use china?
No. You can use paper plates or anything you think is fun.
Do I have to live in the Chattanooga area to host?
No. Our Virtual Experience allows ladies to host from anywhere!
Do I have to be a member of Silverdale to host a table In-Person?
No. We would love to have anyone host a table!
How will I view the program?
For the Virtual Experience, you will receive instructions the week of the event. This will allow you to view the entire program.
Find the Streaming Instructions here.
Is there anything I can be doing now?
Yes!
- Listen to our playlist on Spotify (Coming Soon)
- Pray for the ladies God would have you invite.
I need some Hosting Ideas!
- Check out our Pinterest Board.
Where do I register to Host?
You can register as an In-Person or Online Hostess here October 1, 2025 here.
What time is the event?
At each of our In-Person Locations, doors will open at 5:30p. Dinner begins at 6:30p. Our program will end by 8:30p.
What are the dates of the tea?
The In-Person Bonny Oaks Illuminate will take place on:
Monday -December 1
Tuesday – December 2
Wednesday – December 3
Thursday -December 4
7236 Bonny Oaks Drive. Chattanooga, TN 37421
The In-Person St. Elmo Illuminate will take place on:
Tuesday, December 2, at the St. Elmo Campus.
4500 St Elmo Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37409
The In-Person North Ooltewah Illuminate will take place:
Tuesday – December 2
Wednesday-December 3
8761 Snowy Owl Rd, Ooltewah, TN 37363
The In-Person Apison Illuminate will take place on:
Wednesday, December 3 at the Apison Campus.
10259 London Ln, Apison, TN 37302
Live-streaming for our Illuminate Online will take place December 2-4. On these nights, the Live Program will begin at 7:00p.
Playback for Illuminate Online will also be available beginning Friday, December 5 after 5p for those who are hosting at home.
What is the theme?
Emmanuel: God With Us
John 1:14 – “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us…”
What will the program be like?
A special program designed uniquely for women. It is intended to encourage and engage women with the truths of Scripture and stories of God’s faithfulness.
How can the men serve?
- Illuminate In-Person: Men have an opportunity to encourage our ladies by serving each table. Each hostess can add the name of her table server to her hostess registration, or you can register here.
- Men will arrive at 5:30p on the evening(s) they are serving for a quick training and light dinner.
- We ask the men serving to wear dark pants, a light button-up shirt, and a tie.
- Illuminate Online: Cook or serve the meal, valet park cars, watch the kids, or wash the dishes!
Are there places ladies can serve at the event?
Yes! To volunteer, register here.
Extras
Listen to our Spotify Playlist.
Download this image to be sent as an invitation.
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