St Mary's Ashwell

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Thinking about coming to one of our Christmas services, but not sure which one...Here's a handy overview of what's on at St Mary's:Sunday 21st December at 5pm - Lessons & CarolsA beautiful service, with readings, carols and a choir sounding so good you’ll think you’ve accidentally wandered into King’s College, Cambridge.Perfect for fans of Classic FM and timeless Christmas tradition.Christmas Eve at 3:30pm - The Crib ServiceA short service, particularly suitable for those with younger children, where we tell the Christmas Story - this year accompanied by the Grumpy Owl who is looking for the joy of Christmas.Perfect for families, people who find the silence of a library terrifying, and anyone who wants to see if the Owl finally cheers up.Christmas Eve - 11:30pm - Midnight MassAtmospheric, yet joyful service, with readings, carols, choir and eucharist. A truly magical way to welcome Christ into the world.Perfect for night owls, those who are still awake wrapping presents and those who've been out celebrating on Christmas Eve.Christmas Morning - 10:45am - All Age CommunionSanta has been, the turkey is in the oven - a joyful and inclusive service to remember the true story behind all the celebration. Perfect for the whole family and a great opportunity to put on Christmas jumpers and say 'Merry Christmas' to friends and neighbours from across the village. ... See MoreSee Less
This year we're all about the Grumpy Owl and how he discovers the joy of Christmas...Join us to hear more about his storyThis Friday (from 4:30-6pm) for crafts, activities and snacksand Christmas Eve (at 3:30pm) for our Crib Service. ... See MoreSee Less
Coming Soon...We know it's been missed in the village, so in the New Year we're launching a Baby & Toddler Group.Same great time & venue (Tuesday mornings in the URC hall) but will be run by a team from St Mary's Church.Looking forward to seeing parents, carers, childminders and plenty of babies and toddlers in January! ... See MoreSee Less
Today, 25th November, marks the start of the 16 Days of Activism to End Gender-based Violence.This year the theme is “UNiTE to End Digital Violence against All Women and Girls”, and the campaign is focused on the sad fact that online and digital spaces can be a minefield of harassment, abuse, and control of women and girls.Whether online or offline, gender-based violence continues to ruin women's lives, with around one in three women worldwide experiencing it during in their lifetime. During the 16 Days of Activism, we'll be included prayers for an end to gender-based violence in Morning Prayer, Midweek Communion and other church services. ... See MoreSee Less