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Carol Service
20th December 2020 @ 6:30 pm
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“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” (John 1:5)
In the middle of Covid, we need Christmas more than ever. But this year, of course, we will be doing things a bit differently.
Under Tier 4 restrictions, public worship is still permitted. But as you will appreciate, Covid restrictions also mean that the safe seating capacity of St Peter’s is significantly reduced, and we may not able to accommodate all those who want to attend. With regret, we have had to introduce a booking system for Christmas Services this year.
We sorry to say that we are NO LONGER ACCEPTING BOOKINGS for the Carol Service or for Christmas Day worship. Spaces may still available at MIDNIGHT MASS, which you can book by clicking the link, and completing the online form. (Please note that those who are acting as stewards, reading, or singing in the choir do not need to book seating in advance.) If you have booked seats at any of our Christmas services which you have decided you will not be using, do please email the office to let us know so that we can offer these seats to others.
As a result of the recent move to Tier 4, we have also decided we need to change what we are able to offer during the afternoon on Christmas Eve. Instead of our usual crib service, we had hoped to sing carols together outside in the church garden, and offer a craft activity for children. Unfortunately, we don’t think we can do this safely within the government guidelines.
We will, however, still be able to have the CHURCH OPEN FOR INDIVIDUAL PRAYER, from 2 pm to 5 pm on Christmas Eve, for individuals or household groups who want to come inside to see the crib, say a prayer, and listen to some quiet Christmas music. Do drop in by yourself or with the family for twenty minutes whenever it suits you. No booking is required, and we look forward to seeing all those who can come!
For those who can’t come in person, a service of CAROLS AND READINGS from St Peter’s will also be available online, via the St Peter’s YouTube channel.
