Dear friends,
As the wonderful season of Advent continues we look forward to the coming of God’s kingdom with justice, peace and healing. At the same time, we prepare to celebrate the inauguration of that kingdom in the birth of Jesus Christ. We hope you can join us for our celebrations and reflections. Full details in the parish magazine, on noticeboards and on our website Christ Church.
This Saturday 13th December 4pm Messy Church
God comes into the world
This Sunday 14th December 4pm Carols by Candlelight
Traditional readings and carols to lead us into Christmas. With our extended choir. Followed by mulled wine and mince pies.
Tuesday 16th December 10am Church Hall
Little Stars Christmas party
Christmas Eve
4pm Crib Service for all ages
11pm Carols leading into 11.15pm Midnight Mass
Christmas Day
8am Said Holy Communion
10am Family Service
Regular services
Sundays: 8am and 10am Holy Communion
Messy Church on the second Saturday of the month for all ages but particularly suitable for families with young and school-aged children; next service Saturday 13th December; details in the parish magazine or from Andrew Pearson 203220.
Little Stars Adult, Baby and Toddler Group Tuesdays 10.00-11.30am in the Church Hall during school term-time; end-of-term and Christmas party 16th December first session of the new term 13th January.
Prayer
Eternal God,
as Mary waited for the birth of your Son,
so we wait for his coming in glory;
bring us through the birth pangs of this present age
to see, with her, our great salvation in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
(Church of England)
With my love and prayers,
Sally.