Christmas 2021

No one has ever seen God. It is God the only Son, ​ who is close to the Father’s heart,​ who has made him known.

John 1.18

Our Christmas theme this year is At the Heart of Christmas. The theme is an invitation to everyone to discover – or rediscover – the good news of God’s saving love as revealed in the birth of Jesus. It is also a challenge to each of us to ponder in our hearts – as Mary did – what the extraordinary events of the first Christmas might mean for us now and in the years ahead.

We are thankful to still be able to meet in person for our Christmas services and events.

Face coverings are a legal requirement in our buildings (unless you are exempt).

In line with government advice,  even if you do not have symptoms, please take a lateral flow test before attending any of our services or events.

If you do test positive with a lateral flow or feel ill, please do not attend.

We look forward to worshipping Jesus together, in-person and online.

Christmas Services

for themes, readings and speakers for Sundays in December – see here

Christmas Eve

15.00 Crib Service – St Michael’s Centre  – in-person only

23.15 Midnight Communion – St Michael’s Church BOOKING ESSENTIAL CLICK HERE TO BOOK

Christmas Day

10.00  All Age Christmas Celebration- St Michael’s Centre – in-person and online

Sunday 26 December

11.00 Walk and Worship.  Meet at 11am on The Green

 

For covid-19 update – click here

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CHRISTMAS MARKET & CAROLS

Saturday 7 December 3pm to 7pm

This year we are combining two of our most successful community events, into one big event to kick-start the Christmas season

There will be plenty of stalls, inside and outside. An outside stage for carols and community entertainment as well as an inside stage. There will be lots of food stalls too!

If you would like to serve on the team please fill in the short form here

If you are interested in having a stall, please complete an expression of interest form here


CAROL SERVICE CHOIR

Our Traditional Carol Service is on Sunday 22 December and we are forming a special Christmas Choir! No singing experience needed  – just enthusiasm!

We will be preparing 3 Choir pieces alongside the Congregational Carols.

We’ll be rehearsing on Saturdays, and everyone is welcome – the more the merrier! the final rehearsal is on Wednesday 18 December in the evening.

Andrea William-Jones is leading the choir, and Paul Davies is leading the musicians.

Rehearsal Dates:

Saturday 23 November 10am – 12pm in the Auditorium

Saturday 30 November  10am – 12pm in the Auditorium

Saturday 14 December  2pm – 4pm in the Church building

Wednesday 18 December 7pm – 9pm in the Auditorium

Please sign-up to secure your place in the choir! Click here


Full details on our complete Christmas programme of services and events, will follow soon!

Operation Christmas Child 2024

Operation Christmas Child 2024

Every year we take part in Operation Christmas Child – making up for shoeboxes of gifts for children worldwide. This is the world’s largest children’s Christmas project and is run by Samaritans Purse. It’s a great way to show God’s love in a tangible way to help needy children.

Click here for information on how to pack a shoebox. We will soon have leaflets/labels available in Church and St Michael’s Centre, or you can download one here

And you can also find out more on the Operation Christmas Child Website.

Tougher import regulations mean no toothpaste, chocolate or sweets as shoebox gifts. Let’s think creatively by adding other fun toys, school supplies and hygiene items that a child will love. More ideas here or download gift suggestions here.

Please drop off your boxes in church or St Michael’s Centre ready for collection by Sunday 17 November.

New Housing Areas Christmas Float

We’re taking a Christmas Float to the New Housing Areas of Cheswick, Brooklands Park and Scholars Chase!

Tuesday 5 December  Starting at Cheswick Square at 6pm – Father Christmas will be there and we will all sing a couple of festive Christmas Carols before the float sets off!
Wednesday 6 December – starting near Crest Nicholson show home Clover Way, at 6pm.
Friday 8 December – starting at Stoke Gifford Retirement Village Car Park at 6pm.

We’d love to see your photos of the float – so why not share them on social media and tag us in, or send them to welcome@stmichaelsbristol.org.