Messy Church for Advent and Christmas this Sunday

Come along and join us at our Christmas Messy Church this Sunday afternoon (27th) from 3-4.30pm. There will be glitter...!

All ages are welcome and it's all very informal, so whoever you are, you'll be welcome.

Ideas for parents and godparents (and others!) to mark Advent and Christmas

Welcome to Next Steps in Winter, when one of the biggest events in the Christian calendar is just around the corner. “I Can’t Wait for Christmas!” Discover why waiting for Christmas is an important Christian tradition, and how you can get involved at church and at home. Discover Advent Your Church At Christmas From Christingle to carols, there’ll be lots happening at your church this Christmas. Join in the fun and learn about the greatest story ever told. What’s on in Church Counting Blessings In a season of presents and lots of food, these simple ideas help children take time to say ‘thank you’ to God for all that they have. See Ideas Dark Nights And Starry Skies Cold winter nights can be very clear, so it’s a good time to see the stars. It’s a wonderful way to let children experience awe and wonder. Look For Stars Wishing you joy and peace this Christmas,   The Church of England Christenings Team Know someone else who might like this? Forward this email to a friend Share this on your social channels Share Tweet Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or see our website

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Remembrance Sunday at Seal

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Guess what came in the post today?

Remember this...?

Back in June Seal village came together to celebrate the Queen's 90th birthday with a street party.

During the street party we made a giant poster, adding our own drawings and messages.

It was a bit big to send to Buckingham Palace, so I photographed it and made it into a big card, including some photos from the party and sent that instead with the birthday greetings of Seal village and church.

And today...this came in the post.

So it looks as though the Queen appreciated our efforts!
Many thanks to all who made the day such a success.
I will put the letter up in church this weekend.

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