Christmas at St John's 2023
Everyone Welcome
Services at St John's in December
Sunday 3rd, 10.30am - Christingle Scout Parade & Advent
At this service all are invited to make their own Christingle (or watch others if you prefer).
The lighted candle represents Christ as the light of the world, bringing hope to people living in darkness.
Sunday 10th, 10.30am - Nine Lessons & Carols
Come along to this reflective service and hear nine readings from the bible re-telling the story of Jesus’ birth at the very first Christmas. The readings will be interspersed with singing some of our favourite Christmas carols.
Sunday 17th, 3.00pm - Christmas Tea Party
Tea, Coffee, cakes, and chat. Everyone Welcome - followed by...
Sunday 17th, 4.00pm - All Age Nativity with Carols (Note afternoon time)
A unique chance to come and see the dramatised nativity story but with a modern day musical theme.
This service is interactive so there will be opportunities to volunteer to take part in the service for whatever age you are. The church will be beautifully illuminated too with dramatic lighting. We will also sing Christmas carols which will be accompanied by our worship band. The service lasts no longer than an hour. Do join us if you can.
Sunday 24th, 10.30am - Holy Communion
Sunday 24th, 11.00pm - Christmas Eve Holy Communion
Monday, 25th 10.30am - Christmas Day Worship
At the beginning of each Sunday service in December including Christmas Day we will light our Advent Candles