A service of Holy Communion based on the Church of England's Common Worship. You can expect a warm welcome, hymns and worship songs, Bible reading and sermon, prayers, bread and wine (currently wafers dipped in wine). Refreshments served in the hall straight after the service. At the moment, we don't have a separate children's group but can provide simple activities for children to do while they are with you during the service.

As December approaches, come and make a traditional Advent wreath table decoration. The wreath is 25cm diameter with 5 candles. All materials will be provided, along with light refreshments. Children are also welcome to come with their parents carers and enjoy some age-appropriate craft activities in the same room. There are 20 spaces and tickets are £6 per wreath. To book your space, visit https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thaningtonparishchurch/2508990
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An opportunity to gather together with others to pray for the parish of Thanington and the wider world.

A service of Holy Communion based on the Church of England's Common Worship. You can expect a warm welcome, hymns and worship songs, Bible reading and sermon, prayers, bread and wine (currently wafers dipped in wine). Refreshments served in the hall straight after the service. At the moment, we don't have a separate children's group but can provide simple activities for children to do while they are with you during the service.

Messy Church starts with a choice of art and craft activities. Then we gather together to sing, learn from the Bible, and pray. We finish by eating tea together. It's planned with families and primary aged children in mind but all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. There isn't a set charge but we welcome donations to help cover costs.

A service of Holy Communion on the first Sunday of Advent. You can expect a warm welcome, lighting the first candle on the Advent wreath, hymns and worship songs, Bible reading and sermon, prayers and sharing bread and wine in communion. Refreshments are served in the hall straight after the service. We don't have a separate children's group but we do provide toys or activity sheets for children to use while they are with you during the service.

You can expect a friendly welcome and a Church of England service of the word. This includes hynns, songs, prayers, bible readings and a sermon. We'll also be lighting candles on our Advent wreath. This service does not include holy communion. Refreshments are served in the hall after the service.

A service of Holy Communion during Advent. You can expect a warm welcome, lighting Advent candles, hymns and worship songs, Bible reading and sermon, prayers and sharing bread and wine in communion. Refreshments served in the hall straight after the service. We don't have a separate children's group but can provide toys or activity sheets for children to use while they are with you during the service.

Come together to remember and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. You can expect plenty of carols, a retelling of the Christmas story, and a short Christmas message full of hope. All followed by seasonal refreshments.

A service of Holy Communion during Advent. You can expect a warm welcome, lighting Advent candles, hymns and worship songs, Bible reading and sermon, prayers and sharing bread and wine in communion. Refreshments served in the hall straight after the service. We don't have a separate children's group but can provide toys or activity sheets for children to use while they are with you during the service.

A wonderful opportunity to sing carols. hear the Christmas story retold and listen to a message of hope from our guest preacher, the Archdeacon of Canterbury - all surrounded by candlelight!

Christmas themed craft activities on arrival. Then we move into the Christingle service, when we will make up our Christingle decorations, discover what they represent, and worship Jesus, the Light of the World. We finish with refreshments. People of all ages are welcome and it's great for families with children (must be accompanied by a parent / carer).

See in CHristmas Day and celebrate the first communion of Christmas, with carols, bible reading, sermon, and prayers.

A simple and interactive Christmas morning celebration - with carols, bible reading, a christmas message, and prayers.

You can expect a friendly welcome and a Church of England service of the word. This includes hynns, songs, prayers, bible readings and a sermon. This service does not include holy communion. Refreshments are served in the hall after the service.