Advent Sunday marks the start of the church’s Liturgical year. As in most churches, we have an Advent ring, one of the candles is lit each week so at Christmas Eve all four around the outside are lit and the white one in the centre is lit to represent Christ.
We have been handing out Advent Prayer Calendars so we can help prepare ourselves for Christmas. The thoughts have all been provided by members of St Mary’s. You are more than welcome to download one of these calendars and share it with family and friends.
Julie Hyde has edited the magazine for over 5 years, and has resided over 64 editions. She has decided to step down and hand over the mantle.
We would like to express our thanks to Julie for all her work, and her commitment to providing such a vital link with the community in this Parish.
The mantle has now been passed to Dave Townsend, his details for content are on the Who’s Who and Magazine page.
It’s that time of year again!
On the 24th November between 10.30am and 3.00pm we will be holding our Christmas Fair.
There will be stalls to tempt your taste buds like the Cake Stall and Chocolate Stall. Then try your luck on the Tombola or with a raffle.
Get some Christmas essentials like cards, wrapping paper and other Christmas decorations or look for some ideas for those Christmas gifts. There is always a bargain to be had on the stall which is organised by the Scouts.
We must not forget our special visitor – Santa will be calling so get making those lists.
After all this enjoy some refreshments and have a chat with friends.
Everybody is welcome; we look forward to seeing you!
All the Christmas Services are on the Calendar page, but here they are in a more concise form!
Sunday 2nd December – ADVENT 1
8am Holy Communion (said)
10.30am Holy Communion
12.30pm Baptism Service
Toy Collection starts this Sunday – unwrapped, new items please.
Saturday 8th December
10am – 1pm ‘Stable ‘n’ Stars’ Christmas Activity morning
Sunday 9th December – ADVENT 2
10.30am All-Age Service with Nativity
12.00pm Holy Communion
End of Toy Collection
Monday 10th December
12.00pm ‘First Steps’ toddler service in church ‘Henry’s Christmas Present’
Sunday 16th December – ADVENT 3
10.30am Holy Communion
4.00pm Carol Service by candlelight – with special guests
Thursday 20th December
7.00pm Westerton Road Carol service in church
Friday 21st December
9.45am Hill Top Christmas Carol Service in church
Sunday 23rd December – ADVENT 4
10.30am Holy Communion
Monday 24th December – CHRISTMAS EVE
3.00pm Christingle (aimed at younger children)
5.00pm Christingle (aimed at older children)
11.30pm First Communion of Christmas
Tuesday 25th December – CHRISTMAS DAY
10.30am Holy Communion (all-age)