Advent and Christmas at St Mary’s
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Sunday 11th December 10.30 am Christingle Service within the Family Service 6.00 pm St Mary’s Grand Nativity Play The drama of the Christmas Story enacted with music, light and some surprises!
Saturday 17th December 10.00 am-1 pm Decorating the Church for Christmas. All welcome to help—bring scissors or secateurs. Greenery, especially with red berries, is always appreciated! Also, donations towards flowers, oasis etc, all gratefully received
Sunday 18th December 6.00 pm The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols The Christmas Story told through readings from the Bible and the singing of carols by candlelight
Christmas Services
Saturday 24th December—Christmas Eve 3.00 pm Family Carols and the Blessing of the Crib 11.30 pm Midnight Mass—First Communion of Christmas: traditional candlelit choral service with carols
Sunday 25th December—Christmas Day 9.00 am Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer) 10.30 am Parish Communion (CW) with family carols and special musical items by Neil Gillespie, Michael Selby and colleagues. Children are invited to bring a favourite present.
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