Christmas at St Giles

Journey through Advent and celebrate Christmas with us.

Join in this December!

Special Events

We will continue to meet weekly at 9.30am for an All Age service and 11am for Holy Communion around our special events, and join us for tea and coffee at 10.15am in the hall each week too.

Saturday 30th Nov 2-5pm

A special service to start the season of Advent. We will be joined by Rev Kathryn Fitzsimon who will share her experience of peace and reconciliation in the Holy Land, and end with Holy Communion.

Sunday 1st Dec 7.30pm

A reflective carol service to mark the start of advent. Followed by mulled wine and mince pies in the hall.

Sunday 8th Dec 10am

An all age service where we will be collecting new unwrapped toys for children who are in need.

Sunday 15th Dec 10.30am

A short, reflective space in our quiet Chapel for those who find Christmas difficult.

Sunday 22nd Dec 9.30am

Come and hear the Christmas story in an interactive family service.

Sunday 22nd Dec 7.30pm

A traditional carol service led by the St Giles choir, followed by mulled wine and mince pies in the hall.

Tuesday 24th Dec 3pm and 4.30pm

A short service for all the family to fundraise for The Children’s Society.

Tuesday 24th Dec 11.30pm

Traditional communion service to welcome in Christmas Day.

Wednesday 25th Dec 10am

A special celebration with Holy Communion, for the whole Church family

Play our part!

Giving

As a church striving to be generous, we give to a number of local charities throughout the year and at Christmas. Explore this section to find out more about how to get involved in helping those in need this season.

Christingle, Christmas Eve

Join us for a special service at 3pm or 4.30pm to build your own Christingle, hear the Christmas message and donate to The Children’s Society.

Donations Welcome

We will be collecting the following items in the lobby for both men and women: toiletries such as shampoo, toothpaste and toothbrushes, deodorant; warm winter clothing items such as sweatshirts, beanie hats, new underwear, joggers and winter coats; and sweet treats.

Donations Welcome

Bring dry and tinned food items and toiletries and place them in the trolley in the lobby.