These are Lent & Easter events this year.

Last Supper with Stripping of the Altars and Vigil

Occuring
for 4 hours, 30 mins
Venue
St John the Evangelist, Garrigill
Address
Centre of village Garrigill Alston, CA9 3HS, United Kingdom

A moving and dramatic start to the searing events of the Passion of Christ. The joy of Holy Communion is in starkness of the stripping of the altars, as we prepare to mourn the death of Jesus. A vigil to midnight follows for those who wish

Prayer Cross for Good Friday

Occuring
for 45 mins
Venue
Outside Alston Town Hall
Address
Front Street Alston, CA9 3RF

We gather outside the Town Hall to remember the Passion of Jesus and to pray for the pain of the world. Come and share with us, and tie your prayers to the cross. Followed by Hot Cross Buns in St Augustine's Church.

(Image thanks to https://www.flickr.com/photos/kimber-photography/)

Easter Liturgy

Occuring
for 1 hour
Venue
St John the Evangelist, Nenthead
Address
Hillersdon Terrace Nenthead Alston, CA9 3PG, United Kingdom

Sunset Vigil around the primeval fire, followed by lighting of the Paschal candle, renewal of baptism vows and First Communion of Easter. One of the most powerful services of the Christian year - come and experience it!

Easter Eucharist

Occuring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Augustine of Canterbury, Alston
Address
Front Street Alston, CA9 3QW, United Kingdom

We celebrate the risen Lord at a joyful sung service of Holy Communion, ending with outdoor celebration at the Cross - everyone welcome