On 15th December, over 40 people attended St George’s Church to celebrate its Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols. In this service the story of the Nativity was retold through reading, prayers and carols

and the congregation was invited to reflect anew upon the meaning of Christmas.

Afterwards we all went over to the church hall for mulled wine and mince pies

In the words of the Christmas Blessing:

May the joy of the angels,

The faith of the shepherds,

The perseverance of the wise men,

The obedience of Mary and Joseph,

And the peace of the Christ Child,

Be yours this Christmas.

And the blessing of God almighty,

The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit,

Be among you and remain with you always.

Amen.