Christmas dates for the diary…..
Last Sunday John Kirkby the founder of i61 help support us in SHARING LIFE - SHARING FAITH- SHARE JESUS with our friends… its a reminder to start thinking about praying about who God is prompting you to ask to Christmas this year.
Who’s going to be sitting next to you this Christmas?
Watch his invitation below!
…so to get us thinking about what event would work for which of our friends and family… here are the dates for Christmas at Kerith Bracknell this year- be intentional about making Jesus the very centre of your Christmas by getting these in your diaries and plan around inviting!
🎄 1. Deck the Halls – Tuesday, 24th November
Get us into the Christmas spirit as we come together to decorate and prepare our spaces for the Christmas season.
🕰️ 7:00 pm
It’s a great opportunity to get involved, enjoy some time together as a community, and help us get everything ready for the weeks ahead. Especially good for small groups to have a ‘social’ this week and come down and help!
✨ 2. Advent Reflective Meeting – Sunday, 29th November
Amid the busyness of the season, take some time to pause and reflect on the mystery and majesty of Christ’s birth. This reflective gathering gives us space to slow down, pray, and prepare our hearts as we begin the Advent journey together.
🕰️ Afternoon (time TBC)
Come and take a moment away from the Christmas rush as we look towards the hope and anticipation of Advent.
🎄Young Adults Christmas Party - Sunday 6th December
It’s the perfect evening invite for 18-30s to join with the Kerith YAs and vibe to christmas carol classics, spend time chatting and celebrate the season together!
🕰️ 6pm
🌟 3. Christmas Experience – Sunday, 13th December
Step into the wonder of Christmas at Kerith Bracknell! This will be a special Christmas experience for the whole community as we gather to celebrate the story of Jesus’ birth together. This is our BIG INVITE event so we ask everyone to serve at one carol concert and bring a friend to the other! This year we have a Toddler Carol meeting and then 2 family carols.
🕰️ Afternoon 3pm Sparklers (Toddler) Carols | 5pm Carols | 7pm Carols
Whether you’re joining us with family, friends, or as part of the wider Kerith community, we’d love you to be part of this special celebration as we make memories and celebrate the joy of Christmas together.
🕯️ 4. Christmas Lectio – Thursday, 17th December
As Christmas draws closer, take time to slow down and reflect on the Christmas story through Scripture, prayer, and quiet contemplation.
Christmas Lectio is an opportunity to create space in the middle of a busy season and allow the story of Jesus’ birth to speak afresh to us.
🕰️ 12:00 pm
❄️ 5. Youth Winter Wonderland – Friday, 18th December
Christmas is a time for celebration, fun and making memories together, and our Youth Winter Wonderland is a chance for our young people to enjoy the season together.
Expect a festive time filled with Christmas fun and plenty of opportunities to celebrate together.
🕰️ 7:00 pm
🕯️ 6. Kerith Kids Christingle – Thursday, 24th December
Christmas Eve is a special time for families, and our Kerith Kids Christingle is a wonderful opportunity to gather together and celebrate the light of Christ.
Come and enjoy this Christmas tradition as we prepare our hearts and homes for Christmas Day.
🕰️ 4:00 pm
🌙 7. Midnight Meeting – Thursday, 24th December
As Christmas Eve comes to a close, we’ll gather together for our Midnight Meeting. It’s a special moment to pause, worship, and welcome Christmas together as a community.
🕰️ 11:00 pm
🎁 8. Christmas Day Celebration – Friday, 25th December
Wrapping it all up on Christmas morning, we’ll gather for one celebratory service at 10:00 am. It will be a joyful time of worship, celebration, and thanksgiving as we celebrate the birth of Christ together.
We’ll finish in time for everyone to head home, get the turkey out of the oven, and continue the celebrations with family and friends.
🕰️ 10:00 am
Christmas at Kerith is more than just a series of events; it’s about celebrating the hope, joy, and love that Jesus brings. Whether you come to one or all of these gatherings, we’re excited to welcome you and your loved ones this season.
We can’t wait to celebrate Christmas together at Kerith Bracknell! 🎄✨