The pink
Advent candle was lit for Mary on Sunday, remembering her role as Mother of our Lord and her obedience to God. We light the white one for Jesus on Christmas Day, the day of His birth.
Our
All Stars enjoyed their Christmas Party in the Hall, while the 9.30am Service was held in church.
In the afternoon we welcomed two families whose babies were baptised into the church, filling the church with happy noise.
On Saturday, the
Family Advent Fun Afternoon was held in church when over 40 youngsters made crafts, enjoyed lots of goodies and had lots of fun. The also decorated the Church Christmas Tree which takes pride of place in the Lady Chapel ready for Christmas.
These are the highlights before Christmas:
Mon 19th Dec. 7.00pm Carol Singing at Derbyshire House. Come and join us for carols with the Residents.
Tues 20th Dec. 1.30pm Harry Carlton Year 7 Carol Service in Church
Tues 20th Dec. 6.30pm Carol Singing at the Three Horse Shoes - Another chance to sing your favourite carols, this time inside the pub.
Wed 21st Dec. 10.00am Holy Communion at St Mary's Church.
Please note! There is NO Holy Communion on Wed. 28th December!
Sat. 24th Dec. Christmas Eve.
3.00pm Blessing of the Crib - for all families with small children.
4.30pm Family Carol Service
6.30pm Traditional Carol Service
(Please Note the earlier time of 6.30pm!)
11.30pm First Communion of Christmas (Midnight Service)
Christmas Day
10.00am Parish Communion - (Please note the time.)
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