Worship, welcome and the seasons of Advent and Christmas
Join us for regular worship, Messy Church, newcomers’ gatherings, a visit from Bishop Sophie, Advent reflection and the great services of Christmas.
You are welcome to join us
Come quietly, introduce yourself or stay afterwards for conversation. No booking is required for regular Sunday worship.
Blessing, welcome and Messy Church
Pet Blessing
Sunday 4 October · 11.30 am
Bring a much-loved pet for a short outdoor blessing after the 10.00 am Choral Eucharist.
Newcomers’ Afternoon Tea
Sunday 4 October · 3.00 pm
A relaxed opportunity for those who are new or still finding their place to meet people from Christ Church.
Operation Christmas Child
Sunday 11 October · 8.00 and 10.00 am
Gift boxes will be blessed during the morning Eucharists.
Messy Church: The Fiery Furnace
Sunday 25 October · 3.00 pm
Creative worship, activities and a shared meal for all ages. Free, with registration on arrival.
All Saints, remembrance and the beginning of Advent
All Saints’ Day with Bishop Sophie
Sunday 1 November · 8.00 and 10.00 am
Bishop Sophie will preside and preach. The 10.00 am service may also include confirmations.
Remembrance Sunday
Sunday 8 November · 8.00 and 10.00 am
Join us as we remember those who served and died in war and pray for peace.
Sanctuary Manual Launch
Sunday 15 November · after the 8.00 and 10.00 am services
Marking the launch of a renewed guide to serving in the sanctuary.
Messy Church: The Woman at the Well
Sunday 22 November · 3.00 pm
An all-age afternoon of story, creativity, worship and a shared meal.
Advent with the Poets
Sunday 29 November · 11.45 am
The first of four reflective Advent gatherings using poetry to explore the season. A Newcomers’ Afternoon Tea follows at 3.00 pm.
Prepare, celebrate and share the good news
Advent with the Poets
Sundays 29 November, 6, 13 and 20 December · 11.45 am
A short weekly series of reflection through Advent poetry.
Nine Lessons and Carols
Sunday 20 December · 7.00 pm
On the anniversary of Christ Church’s consecration, join us for readings and much-loved carols telling the Christmas story, followed by supper.
Christmas Eve
Messy Christmas · 3.00 pm
Powerlessness at Christmas: an all-age gathering with activities, worship and a meal.
Midnight Mass · 11.00 pm
Christmas Day
Friday 25 December · 9.00 am
Celebrate the birth of Christ at Choral Eucharist.
Quarterly dates at a glance
The Parish Office prepares a detailed quarterly diary of worship, events and parish life. This page highlights the gatherings most useful to visitors and the wider community.
There is a place for you here
If you are unsure which gathering would suit you, the Parish Office will be glad to help.