A Christmas Journey of Music, Faith & Joy

As we embrace the joyful spirit of the Christmas season, our Parish invites you on a heartwarming journey of music, faith, and celebration. This year, we’ll explore Christmas traditions from around the world, with each service creatively titled after beloved Christmas hymns and songs.

Families will delight in events such as Twinkle Twinkle (Sing-a-long Carols), Away in a Manger (Crib Service), and Jingle Bells (Family Carols). These gatherings promise fun and festive joy for all ages. For those looking to immerse themselves in the Christmas spirit, we’ll be holding three Joy to the World services and our ever popular event O LIttle Town (Senior Carols & Afternoon Tea) ensuring everyone can partake in the celebrations.

Don’t miss our creative events like Shine Jesus Shine (Christingle) and Holly & the Ivy (Wreath Making), which will inspire and uplift as we prepare for the season. Throughout December, we’ll also host various other opportunities to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas, culminating in our much anticipated community event, Christmas on Mill Green, on Saturday 7th December. 

Let’s come together as a Parish to celebrate the joy of this special season and share in the warmth and love that Christmas brings.

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As we enter the season of Advent, a time of reflection and anticipation, we are excited to introduce two special advent community activities that embody the spirit of giving and preparation for Christmas. Our Fairtrade Christmas Stall offers unique, ethically sourced gifts that support communities around the world, allowing you to shop with purpose and the place to get hold of The Real Advent Calendar. Additionally, our Advent Devotion book provides daily reflections and prayers to guide you through this meaningful season, helping you to deepen your faith and prepare your heart for the joy of Christ’s birth. 

Join us in celebrating Advent together!

3rd, 17th & 24th November and 1st December

The Fairtrade Christmas Stall will be open throughout Advent, on 3rd, 17th & 24th November, and on 1st December if stock remains. Explore a range of unique, ethically sourced, high quality gifts, cards and other goodies. 

The ever popular Real Advent Calendar: the only chocolate Advent calendar in the UK includes a 24-page Christmas story-activity book, 25 windows and chocolates that are without plam oil, the opportunity to win £300 worth of children’s competitions and for every purchase a charitable donation goes to organisations helping famililes in need and provides care for mothers and babies. 

It’s also made of recyclable material (box and tray). What’ is not to love! If you cannot get to church, contact our Fairtrade Champion .

The Radiant Dawn

'You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger’ 

‘ You will conceive and give birth to a son… 

‘And there were shepherds living out in the fields near by…'

Following the positive responses received from church members concerning Tom Parsons’ devotions for Lent this year, (‘From Glory into Glory’), we’ve decided to stay with the same author for our Advent studies for 2024.

The Radiant Dawn’ is a collection of devotions focusing on the opening chapters of Luke’s Gospel. Parsons guides the reader through the 25 days of Advent with readings and prayers, at times pausing for several days on one passage to peer intently into Luke’s best-known narratives. 

Christmas lights may sparkle in the dark evenings we experience during the winter but they are taken down and put back in the box when January arrives. In contrast, Luke points us to Jesus, the Radiant Dawn of a day that will never end. 

Let these Advent reflections direct your heart’s gaze towards Him, the shining source of confidence and joy in whatever darkness we may experience- now or in the future. Copies available now! Get yours from . £2 each.

Saturday 7th December

This December, let the stars guide you as we kick off the Christmas season in style on Saturday 7th December, on Mill Green. 

As the sun sets at 4.30pm, we’ll embrace the Christmas spirit with delicious treats like mulled wine, mince pies and hot dogs generously provided by our sponsors for a donation. There will also vendors providing beer, wine, tea & coffee and hot chocolate. 

Mill Green will come alive with festive music, leading up to the blessing of our magnificent six-meter Christmas tree, donated by local resident Graham Trolley. The official lighting will take place at 5pm, and everyone is invited to sing around the tree accompanied with a brass band. 

We shall also have the Christmas Raffle featuring some fantastic prizes. Tickets are just £1 each and will be available for purchase in advance from St Mary’s Church (Monday to Thursday, 10am to 12pm) and Sundays after the 9.45am service) from Tuesday 5th November. Raffle tickets will also be sold on the day, announced shortly after the carols. 

CAN YOU HELP?

We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team and help make this year's Christmas event a success! Your support is needed for tasks like setting up, organising, taking payments, handing out music programmes, serving mulled wine and mince pies, clearing up and packing down. It’s a great chance to get involved in the community and make this magical evening on Mill Green unforgettable. Please contact for more information.

Get ready to lift your voice in joy this Christmas! 

Joy to the World (Wargrave Carol Service) is a highlight of the festive season, taking place on Sunday 22nd December at 6pm. We warmly invite additional singers to join our regular choir members and help lead the music for this special occasion. Last year, we had a fantastic choir of around 40 voices, and it was a truly joyful celebration! No need to worry if you can’t sight-read music - we’ll provide all the support you need to learn your parts. 

Rehearsals are Fridays at 7pm: Nov 29th, Dec 6th, 13th & 20th and the final dress rehearsal on Sunday 22nd at 4pm. If you would like to join in please contact .

Join us on Thursday 5th December, at 7.30pm for an 8pm start, in St Mary's Church for a festive wreath workshop crafting beautiful wreaths adding a personal touch to your festive decor.

Led by local talented florists, this hands-on workshop will guide you in creating a beautiful, custom-made wreath to adorn your home. Whether you're a beginner or a crafting pro, it’s the perfect way to get into the festive spirit, enjoy some creativity, and take home a gorgeous, handmade wreath. 

All materials are provided, and tickets include a glass of prsecco and nibbles, making it a fun and relaxing event for everyone! Don't miss this chance to celebrate the season with some creative flair.

There are two types of wreaths for you to make: traditional oasis or wire.  Both are as beautiful as each other, it is all down to your personal preference.

There will also be a short thought talking about Christmas.

Tickets are £30 per person.  Closing date for bookings: 1st December 2024.

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