Christmas 2019

As always St Mary's has a variety of special services and events in the weeks leading up to Christmas.

Posada

The idea of a posada (an inn) originated in Mexico. Some years ago we started our own Haddenham Posada with the knitted doll figures of Mary, Joseph - and the donkey - visiting families for one or two nights during the weeks before Christmas. Using dolls helps even young children to understand the Christmas story in a visual and tangible way, and gives parents an opportunity to talk about the real meaning of Christmas with their families.

A diary accompanies Mary & Joseph and each family is invited to record how they welcomed their visitors. Many families take photos, some older children write about the visit and the donkey goes to bed with a few toddlers!  

This year, two sets of Mary, Joseph and donkey will be again travelling around the village and any family wishing to be involved is very welcome. Please contact Tricia Stradling 01844 291607 for more details. 

Christmas Tree Festival Friday 6th - Sunday 8th December (daytime)

Come and see the church transformed with over 40 sparkling, fabulous, creatively decorated trees from village organisations. Entertainment and refreshments available during opening times (see posters for more details).

Tree Festival Celebration Service   6.30pm Sunday 8th December

A contemporary carol service. 

Christmas Family Special 10.30am  Sunday 15th December

An All-Age Celebration in preparation for Christmas

 

Short Communion Service 10.30am Sunday 22nd December

Coffee followed by a short Communion service.

Lessons and Carols by Candlelight 6.30pm  Sunday 22nd December      

A traditional Carol service with the choir and lessons. (Please bring a torch).

Crib Services 2.30pm & 3.30pm Tuesday 24th December

Short & lively services especially for the children to remind them of the meaning of Christmas. (There are two Crib services each lasting 30 minutes, at 2.30pm and 3.30pm) 

 

Midnight Communion 11pm Tuesday 24th December

A traditional service with Holy Communion at midnight.

Christmas Day Family Service  10am Wednesday 25th December

A short (45 minute) service designed to appeal to all ages.