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Carol singing success

24/12/2024

A intrepid group of about 14 people ventured out around the village and ended up in the Railway pub singing carols and collecting for the Methodist Homes dementia care project. A total of £653.60 was raised which includes a number of previous events including a carol service at Corley which the choir sang for. Many thanks to all who welcomed us as we sang.

The money raised is being sent to the Methodist homes specifically to support the use of robotic pets in their homes. Find out more here
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Carol singing for Acorns

19/12/2023

A good crowd of people turned out sing around the village with several youngsters joining us. the group ended with our usual carol sing along in the Railway public house and a total of £372.51 was raised for Acorns charity.

Candlelit carols

17/12/2023

Our service of candlelit carols was led by Rev Nick Jones and supported by the choir who sang a new version of "Little Donkey" for the congregation as their finale. Lessons and carols were sung and we thank all those who read so ably for us. This year we had new LED flicker candles but still maintained tradition with proper burning candles on the side tables. We even had a special playlet where the Angels in Heaven discussed the coming of Jesus and decided to descend and view proceedings.
Mince pies and festive treats were washed down with tea and coffee afterwards in the school room. Merry Christmas to you all.

Carol singing success

20/12/2022

A small bunch of intrepid singers ventured out in the fortunately clear dry and warmer night than we have had for the past few weeks to raise money for Mary Ann Evans Hospice. Carolling from door to door around Station Road, Cottage Lane and Birmingham Road finishing off at The Railway public house. A total of £438 was raised with thanks to all who answered their doors and gave generously and of course to the singers, young and old, who braved the elements.

Christingle service

24/12/2021

The children and young people enjoyed making (and eating some) Christingles which were lit once they had returned to the carol service. Once again the chapel was lit by candle light and we wish you all a Happy Christmas.

Carol service

19/12/2021

A successful return of our traditional candlelit carol service was superbly lead by Fiona. She steered us through the lessons all read by sons and daughters of church members. The choir performed some individual carols as well as leading the congregation as well as contributing some descant verses. The last treat you might have been lucky to see was a nativity play before all retired for mince pies and tea in the school room.

Look out for the premiere of the nativity play film...

Carol singing

14/12/2021

The choir led the carol singing outside the church tonight for just over an hour. A lovely warm evening made a distinct change to last year and around £52 was raised for Kids versus Cancer which is our nominated charity this year.

Christmas Sunday carols

20/12/2020

We gathered to sing some socially distanced carols on the grass in front of the church, beside the nativity scene. Two different groups of singers were distanced from each other for this and the singing was accompanied by Jill, our choir conductor. Quite a number of different people came to join in with the choir from the pavement. £47 was raised for Alzheimer’s society; mental health being at the forefront of people’s minds this year.

Candlelit carols

22/12/2019

Once again a busy evening of carols, choir and readings all by traditional candle light. Derek led the service which included a tableau by the young people of the church based on the nativity scene, whilst the choir sang John Rutter's "Star Carol" and "Mary's Boy Child" which included a solo. Afterwards there were refreshments including two lovely gingerbread creations hand made by Gill Walley. Almost a shame to start them but lovely once we did.

Gill's lovely gingerbread tree

Anne's Christmassy cup cakes

Isn't this gingerbread house from Gill beautiful

The start of the tableau

Carol Singing

17/12/2019

A dry evening whilst cold but a happy band of about 18 adults and 4 children entertained households around the village. The merry band finished in the Railway pub and sang some more in the warm. With the previous singing in the Church End Brewery the Dog Inn the grand total for all is £510. This will be split between Methodist Homes for the Aged and Ronald Mc Donald charities.

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