THE PARISH CHURCHES of
NORTH MARSTON and GRANBOROUGH
Advent and Christmas Services
For unto us a Child is born,
Unto us a Son is given;
And the government will be upon His shoulder.
And His name will be called
Wonderful, Counselour, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
(Isaiah 9:6)
ADVENT COURSE
Exploring the theme of Waiting
through some well known Bible passages. Looking at the stories of Abraham and Sarah, Isaiah and other prophets, John the Baptist and Mary.
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We meet on Monday 27th November,
and Tuesdays 5th, 15th and 19th December
at 7.30pm at Wesley Centre
FAMILY CHRISTMAS ART AND CRAFT AFTERNOON
Saturday 2nd December 2-4pm
Granborough Village Hall
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Enjoy this pre-Christmas activity afternoon, meet friends and enjoy refreshments and seasonal cakes etc.
Everyone welcome.
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CHRISTINGLE SERVICES
3rd December at 5pm
at St John the Baptist Church, Granborough
We will make Christingles from 4.30pm.
Lighting of the Christmas tree
and singing carols at the Village Hall after the service.
10th December at 5pm
at Wesley Centre, North Marston
We will make Christingles from 4.30pm
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ALL ARE WELCOME!
NATIVITY SERVICES
10th December at 11.00am
at Granborough Church
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17th December at 9.30am
at North Marston Church
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THE LIVING NATIVITY
at North Marston
Saturday 16th December
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Starts at 3.00pm by Wesley Centre
walk with Joseph, Mary and the donkey to the Stable at Owls Oak Stables, Marstonfields, watch the story unfold, sing carols along the way and join us for seasonal refreshments at the end of the journey.
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CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
Sunday 17th December at 4.00pm
at St John the Baptist Church, Granborough
Followed by mulled wine & mince pies
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Christmas Eve at 6.00pm
at St Mary's Church, North Marston
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CRIB SERVICE
Christmas Eve 11.00am
St John the Baptist Church, Granborough
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MIDNIGHT COMMUNION SERVICE
24th December at 11.30pm
St John the Baptist Church, Granborough
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CHRISTMAS DAY
FAMILY COMMUNION
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North Marston Church at 9.30am
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Granborough Church at 11.00am
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The wisdom of the wonderful counsellor guide you,
the angels of the Lord of hosts guard you,
the strength of the mighty God uphold you,
the love of the everlasting God enfold you,
the joy of the Prince of Peace be yours,
this Christmastide and for ever.
Amen.