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New Kitchen and facilities dedicated by Bishop of Dorchester
The new kitchen and disabled toilet with baby changing facilities was dedicated and blessed by the Bishop of Dorchester, The Right Reverend Gavin Collins, on Sunday 10th December 2023. Bishop Gavin presided and preached at the service and thanked all involved in the hard work to bring this project to fruition, including former Vicar the Revd Canon Sally Welch and all who have raised funds to cover costs. Church Warden Dine Glasgow offered thanks on behalf of everyone to fellow Church Warden Paddy Gallagher who oversaw the project on a daily basis, and to Parish Administrator Jo Paton, whose expertise and hard work was such a key factor.
An audio recording of the service is available here, including Bishop Gavin’s dedication of the facilities and sermon, and Dine’s words of thanks. Thanks to Maureen Sparling for the photo.
Thanks to Sponsors of our Christmas Tree Festival!
St Mary’s 5th Christmas Tree Festival
Friday 8th December until 28th December.
The children’s trees are inside the church and the adult’s trees outside on the churchyard path.
If you would like to help, donate funds towards our costs, or have any queries about the festival, please get in touch with Hilli Waller or the Parish Office. charlburyctf@gmail.com
Thursday 28th December – All decorations to be taken away by today
Friday 29th – tree removal
Christmas Cracker of a Quiz
Mark your calendars for what promises to be a festive evening to remember: the Christmas Tree Festival Quiz!
Saturday 9th December – 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start at St. Mary’s Church.
Rumour has it that our resident Quizmaster Elf, Patrick Derham will be wearing his best North Pole attire. If true, that sight alone would be worth the price of admission.
Speaking of which, Tickets will £12.00 per head and Teams will be made up of 6 people. Festive snacks will be served and Beer and wine will be available to purchase.
Please contact Dine Glasgow dglasgow@theridgegroup.com for tickets or details.
Ignite service – December 10th at 6pm
A friendly and informal monthly service in Charlbury
Vibrant, contemporary songs of worship and thanks to God in a relaxed and informal style, with space to reflect and meet with God.
Absolutely everyone is welcome, so come along out of curiosity, to sing, to find a little bit more about God, or just to be in God’s presence with us.
Refreshments from 5.45pm
Community Carol Singing 15th December 7pm
Charlbury Community Centre are hosting Community Carol Singing around the Christmas tree again this year. Put Friday December 15th at 7pm in your diaries for this warm and wonderful evening to kick off the holiday season. Carols will be led by Jennie Grierson, and there will be complimentary mulled wine and mince pies for all.
Christmas Tree Festival: LAST 10 DAYS TO SPONSOR & DECORATE A TREE!
Sign up now to sponsor and decorate a tree. There are still a few left, so please enjoy the fun with your club, society or family. Everyone loves this event, but we need the trees to be decorated!
This will be held from early evening Friday 8th December until 28th December.
It’s a great way to come together as a community, be part of the events planned, enjoy Christmas and have lots of fun.
Any queries about the festival please get in touch with Hilli Waller or the Parish Office. Sign up now by clicking on the attached booking form and return as soon as possible. Trees are running out!
Safeguarding Officer
We have a new safeguarding officer, Louise Whitehead.
You can contact Louise on louisevwhitehead@gmail.com or 07972860646.
Further details on safeguarding can be found on the safeguarding page.
Choral Evensong – Sunday 3rd December 6pm
All are welcome to Choral Evensong on Sunday 3rd December at 6pm in St Mary’s Church.