Christmas at St Mary's Church Atherstone 2024
St Mary's Church • December 18, 2024
Christmas at St Mary’s Atherstone: A Season of Worship and Celebration
As the festive season approaches, St Mary’s Atherstone warmly invites everyone to join in a series of joyful and reflective Christmas services. With a mix of traditional and contemporary events, there’s something for everyone to experience the true meaning of Christmas. Here's a look at the special services and activities planned throughout December:
December 1st: Into the Light
- 10:30 AM: Worship
- 4:00 PM: "Into the Light" – A special service to welcome the Advent season, offering a reflective moment to prepare our hearts for the celebration of Christ’s birth.
December 8th: Worship & Communion
- 10:30 AM: Worship & Communion
A meaningful service to reflect on the Advent journey and celebrate the sacred act of communion together as a church family.
December 15th: Morning Worship
- 10:30 AM: Morning Worship
Join us for a Sunday service filled with worship, prayer, and a message of hope and love.
December 22nd: Carols and Nativity
- 10:30 AM: Carols Service
Sing your favorite carols and share in the joy of the Christmas story during this heartwarming service. - 4:00 PM: Nativity, Christingle, and Messy Church
A family-friendly afternoon featuring a lively nativity play, the traditional Christingle celebration, and fun crafts at Messy Church.
December 24th: Midnight Communion
- 11:30 PM: Midnight Communion
Welcome Christmas Day with this intimate and sacred service, celebrating the birth of Jesus under the stillness of the night.
December 25th: Christmas Day Service
- 10:00 AM: Christmas Day Worship
Gather together on Christmas morning to rejoice in the birth of Christ with a festive and uplifting service for all ages.
December 29th: Morning Worship
- 10:30 AM: Morning Worship
Close the year in worship, reflecting on the blessings of the season and looking ahead with hope to the new year.
A Place for Everyone This Christmas
St Mary’s Atherstone extends its invitation to individuals and families from all walks of life. Whether you’re seeking quiet reflection, communal celebration, or a fun family activity, you’ll find it here. Let this Christmas season be a time of joy, connection, and spiritual renewal.
For more details about the events or to connect with us, visit St Mary’s Atherstone or follow us on social media. We look forward to celebrating the season with you!
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