Carrie Underwood Stuns Her Congregation With a Surprise Church Performance of “O Holy Night” and “All Is Well”

Carrie Underwood gave her hometown congregation a Christmas moment they will never forget after unexpectedly appearing at their church’s holiday program to perform two beloved classics.

The country superstar stunned attendees at Rolling Hills Community Church in Franklin, Tennessee, when she showed up unannounced during the annual Sounds of Christmas concert. No one expected a global icon to step onto the stage  yet Underwood arrived quietly, wearing a long, sparkling dark dress with a tulle skirt, before delivering a performance that left the room breathless.

A Heartfelt Gift to Her Church Community

With the church’s live band behind her, Underwood sang powerful renditions of “O Holy Night” and “All Is Well.”
Fans and church members who captured the moment on video immediately shared their reactions online, praising her voice, her humility, and her willingness to give back to her community.

“She never disappoints.”
“She’s always fantastic.”
“The best to ever do it!”

These were just some of the comments flooding in as the videos spread across social media.

A Tradition of Unannounced Performances

This spontaneous appearance wasn’t unusual for Underwood. Over the past several years, she has made surprise visits to her Tennessee church whenever she’s home and not touring, filming, or appearing on American Idol.

In August 2024, she helped lead worship by singing “Goodness of God.” She also stepped in earlier this year to perform “Pour Your Spirit Out” during a Sunday service. Her congregation has affectionately come to understand that when Carrie is home for the weekend, anything is possible.

Carrie Underwood and Christmas Music: A Perfect Match

Underwood is no stranger to Christmas classics. In 2020, she released her holiday album My Gift, featuring eight timeless carols and three original songs. One track — “Little Drummer Boy” — included a special guest appearance: her young son, Isaiah.

Over the years, she has performed Christmas favorites such as:

• “Mary, Did You Know?”

• “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town”

• “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”

And now, her unforgettable surprise church performance adds yet another moment to her growing legacy of heartfelt holiday music.

@cu_countryidol Repost Carrie singing “All Is Well” from her My Gift Special Edition album at her church’s Christmas show on Saturday December 13 🎄 🎥: londyn.kasinger #carrieunderwood #performance #AllIsWell #MyGiftSpecialEdition #church @Carrie Underwood ♬ original sound – 🎶Kailyn🎶 (Est. June 5, 2024)

A Superstar Who Never Forgets Where She Came From

Despite her massive career, sold-out tours, and worldwide recognition, Carrie Underwood remains deeply rooted in her faith and her local community.

Whenever she steps onto the stage of her home church — without fanfare, without announcement — she reminds everyone why she has become one of the most beloved voices in country music.

Her Christmas performance this year was more than a concert.
It was a gift.

@cu_countryidol Repost Carrie singing “O Holy Night” from her My Gift album at her church’s Christmas show on Saturday December 13 ✨ 🎥: londyn.kasinger #carrieunderwood #performance #OHolyNight #MyGift #church @Carrie Underwood ♬ original sound – 🎶Kailyn🎶 (Est. June 5, 2024)