CHRISTMAS AT ST JOHN'S

This Christmas season, there’s so much to be part of at St John's Church! Join us as we celebrate the joy in the journey and discover the true meaning of Christmas together. Whether you're attending a service, taking part in festive events, or spending time in reflection, there's something for everyone.

Come and find your way to Christmas — we can't wait to welcome you!

CREATE FOR CHRISTMAS

Come and prepare for Christmas with an evening of craft, nibbles and Christmas cheer. You don’t need to be ‘crafty’, all abilities welcome.

23rd November | 7pm – 9pm

Tickets are £7.50 with craft materials, wine & nibbles included.

ADVENT FAMILY FUN

Christmas crafts and activities for all the family!

30TH NOVEMBER 2024

3PM – 6PM

CHRISTMAS IN THE DARK

Saturday 7th December, 4pm

Christmas in the Dark is a special service of reflection for those who have loved and lost. It is a gentle time to be still and receive God’s peace, with an opportunity to light a candle to remember loved ones.

Tea, coffee and refreshments will be served afterwards for those who would like to stay.

CAROLS ON THE COMMON

Sunday 15th December, 4-5pm

Join us on The Common (just opposite St John’s Church) for a joyful time of carol singing with a full brass band!

There will also be free hot chocolate and smores to enjoy by the open fires!
 
 
Hope to see you there!

CAROL EXTRAVAGANZA

Saturday 21st December, 11am, St John’s Church

Come and join us for an informal, fun sing-along with all your favourite carols, as you’ve never sung them before!

The coffee shop will also be open so you can purchase refreshments such as coffee, cake and bacon rolls!

Hope to see you there!

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT

Sunday 22nd December, 7pm, St John’s Church

Come and celebrate the Christmas Story at our beautiful candlelit service, featuring bible readings, prayers and well-known carols.

 

Carols Lyrics 

CHRISTMAS NATIVITY

Tuesday 24th December, St John’s Church

OUR 4PM SERVICE IS NOW AT CAPACITY.

THERE ARE STILL A HANDFUL OF TICKETS LEFT FOR THE 2PM

Our Nativity service is always a highlight of the season, and we’re thrilled it’s so loved! To ensure everyone can enjoy the experience comfortably, we’ll be holding two Nativity services this year: 2pm and 4pm.

These services will be ticketed, but don’t worry—tickets are free! We kindly ask that you sign up via the links provided below to help us manage the flow of our wonderful congregation.

MIDNIGHT COMMUNION

Tuesday 24th December, 11pm, St John’s Church

Join us to worship Jesus and welcome in Christmas Day with our Midnight Communion service, starting on Christmas Eve at 11pm.

CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE

Wednesday 25th December, St John’s Church, 10am

Come and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ! Everyone is welcome to our all-age Christmas Day service.