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Christmas Carol Services Hertford and Ware
Joanne Lewis • 9 December 2019
Guide to Christmas Carol Services in Hertford and Ware
I saw a post on my local mums Facebook page asking about where there were going to be Christmas carol services in Hertford and Ware over the Christmas period. It occurred to me there may be people not in the group who are equally interested, so here you go... My ultimate guide of Christmas services.
I love the idea of this... a singing group where you can sing and entertain your children and babies at the same time. I wish I'd heard about this group earlier, as I saw on their Facebook page that they will not be continuing groups after this last service.
Bring your baby or child along to enjoy interactive, fun, and family friendly carols. Songs, stories and bubbles, this event is perfect entertainment for your your child whilst giving you the excuse to sing your heart out to your favourite carols!
Thursday 19th December 9:45am St Mary's Church Hall, Ware
£5 per family - Limited spaces
New Road Bengeo, Hertford, SG14 3JL
Christmas Carol Service - 'Sing Noel', Sunday 22nd November, 6:30 pm
Christmas Carol service, with readings, led by Choir and worship band 'Daystar'.
Christmas Eve - Tuesday 24th December. Blessing of the Crib 4 pm
All Age worship around the crib on Christmas Eve with traditional carols, prayers and songs. Great for children and families.
First Communion of Christmas - Tuesday 24th December at 11:30 pm.
Midnight Mass of the Nativity, the first celebration of the Christmas season, including traditional Christmas carols, readings and a sermon.
Christmas Day, Wednesday 25th December, Family Worship at 10am
All Age worship on Christmas Day, celebrating the birth of Jesus, with prayers, Holy Communion and carols old and new.
Thursday 12th, 7:30pm - Lights of Love Service
This one is particularly special for me, I will be going to a special lights of love service in conjunction with East Herts Sands for parents and family members of babies who died before, during or after birth. A service of gathering, remembering, reflecting and looking forward. I will even be singing 2 songs myself.
We know that the family focus of Christmas and New Year can be hard for bereaved families and our service will be a space to come together and hold dear ones close. Light refreshments provided after the service. We hope you can join us to remember our babies.
22nd Fourth Sunday of Advent
6.30 pm Festival of 9 Lessons and Carols followed by refreshments
24th Christmas Eve
4.00 pm Family Crib Service
Children are invited to come dressed as Mary, Joseph, King, Shepherd, Angel, or in a special Christmas outfit
11.30 pm First Communion of Christmas
25th Christmas Day
8.00 am Holy Communion
10.00 am Family Eucharist
6.30 pm Evensong (said)
Services for Advent and Christmas
Sunday 8th December, 4pm. Christingle Service
Sunday 22nd December, 6:30pm Carol Service, followed by mulled wine and mince pies
Christmas Eve, 4pm Crib Service; 11:30pm Midnight Mass
Christmas Day, 10am Family Communion Service
Thursdays during Advent, 7:30pm talk 'Advent Words,' 8pm Communion Service
I've been meaning to pop along to courtyard arts for ages now, I recently took up painting and would love to check out their courses. But for now you can kick off the festive season with song and cheer! Join courtyard Arts for a traditional Christmas performance, surrounded by the art of their talented members.
You will be treated to a festive set from the wonderful a-capella Courtyard Quartet. Participation is warmly encouraged!
Alongside the music, enjoy the opportunity to browse unique jewellery, artwork, seasonal gifts and cards from local makers… not to mention the delicious homemade mince pies and mulled wine.
Courtyard Arts, Port Vale, Hertford, SG14 3AA
Doors open 11:30 am – singing from midday
Homemade mince pies & mulled wine
Shop for unique gifts & cards
Free entry – with donations to Courtyard Arts fundraising
Sunday 22nd December - 4pm Carol Service
If you're going, you might want to head over a bit earlier as Cedars are having a Christmas fun day with all of their usual daily talks as well as games and competitions!
At around 2pm the usual mystery animal - meet and greet - will instead be with a mystery guest from the North Pole!
You and your children will be able to join in a fun session where we shall ask FC various questions about what he has to do in preparation for Christmas. You will be able to check if the children are on his naughty or nice list too!!
There will be opportunities for you to get a photo with Father Christmas but we will not be offering an individual grotto experience this year.
In addition, we will have our Teddy Tombola and Hook a Snowman stalls where you can win a prize EVERY time! (£1 per play).
The usual daily entrance fee of £2 an adult and £1 a child (2 years +) applies.
If you are having, or know of a Christmas carol service around Hertfordshire that I've missed, please add it in the comments and I'll update the post.
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