Category: Christmas

Advent 2022

Posted on by Laura Thomas

What are you doing in Advent? Do you have an advent calendar or candle? Perhaps you are reading a book of reflections, or signed up to receive devotional emails from a Christian organisation?

There are lots of different resources and options for us to tap into during this time, and here are just a couple:

Action Advent from LICC – download an Advent Calendar full of ways to make a difference.

Lectio 365 and Family Advent from 24-7 Prayer.

There are also lots of Reading Plans on YouVersion – this one comes recommended: 21 Gifts of Advent.

If there is something that you’re enjoying using, why not share it on the Connect Facebook group?

Whatever you choose during this season of Advent, here is a prayer for us all:






Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes 2022

Posted on by Laura Thomas

Every year we take part in Operation Christmas Child – making up for shoeboxes of gifts for children worldwide. This is the world’s largest children’s Christmas project and is run by Samaritans Purse. It’s a great way to show God’s love in a tangible way to help needy children.

Click here for information on how to pack a shoebox . We also have leaflets available in Church and St Michael’s Centre, as well as some flat pack boxes ( first come first served on the boxes)

And you can also find out more on the Operation Christmas Child Website.

Tougher import regulations mean no toothpaste, chocolate or sweets as shoebox gifts. Let’s think creatively by adding other fun toys, school supplies and hygiene items that a child will love.  You can now include knitted items and 4 suited playing cards. More ideas here

Download gift suggestions here

Please drop off your boxes in church or St Michael’s Centre ready for collection by Sunday 20 November.

Drive-in Carols

Posted on by Laura Thomas

We’re so excited to bring Comfort and Joy to the Drive-in this Christmas time!

We had a fantastic time for Drive-in Carols at Sainsbury’s Car Park on Sunday 20 December 2020

Thank you for your dontations on the night. We are donating just over £750 to Caring at Christmas.

HOW TO BOOK:

There are two identical services. One at 6.30pm and one at 8pm. Please book for the service you want to attend, tickets are not transferable.

Please note there will be no toilet facilities on site.

This event is intended as Drive-in only.

After you have booked, please watch out for a further email on the Friday before the event.

PLEASE NOTE: Your booking is per car. You add names of people attending at the next stage of the booking. 

Please note: this event is compliant with Government guidance and a full risk assessment has been undertaken. You must only attend with members of your own household/support bubble and keep socially distanced from others