You’re invited to church this Christmas!

You are very welcome at our Advent and Christmas services and events – bring your family and friends or come along on your own. Whether it will be your first time at church or you have been before, we look forward to welcoming you!

All events Calendar Advent & Christmas

All Saints Church is open every day for prayer and other activities!

Opening the Scriptures Study on Sundays

Every First, Second, Third Sunday at for 1 hour
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley, All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
“Opening the Scriptures” will be an introduction to the Scriptures- and how they became “The Bible”, and why they matter to us as Christians in our current time. If you want to increase your understanding of the history and context of the Biblical Writings and want a safe space to ask questions – this is for you! The sessions will end with Evening Prayer which we hear the Scriptures read in the context of prayer and contemplation.

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Holy Hour in Advent

Every Tuesday at for 1 hour
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
A time of prayer, meditation, and contemplation in the presence of The Blessed Sacrament. During Advent we take more time to pray as we await the coming of the Lord Jesus. In His Sacramental presence, we have the opportunity to deepen our faith in the the One who is, who was, and who is to come. This takes place at the high altar in All Saints Church.

This service occurs only during Advent.

Advent with St Ephrem

Every Tuesday at for 1 hour
All Saints Vicarage
All Saints Vicarage, All Saints Vicarage is just behind the church., TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
We explore the Christian faith with the poetry of St Ephrem the Syrian (died 373AD). St Ephrem was a deacon, poet, and hymn writer, and preacher. We will read translations of his work as we explore Advent themes. This event takes place at the vicarage so please let Fr Ian know if you’d like to come as space is limited. We will enjoy some mulled wine and finish the evening with Compline (Night Prayer).

Bexhill Academy Carol Concert

for 2 hours
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
We are delighted to have the music department from Bexhill Academy will be in church sharing their talents with us with seasonal music.

Opening the Scriptures Study on Wednesdays

Every First, Second, Third Wednesday at for 1 hour
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley, All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
“Opening the Scriptures” will be an introduction to the Scriptures- and how they became “The Bible”, and why they matter to us as Christians in our current time. If you want to increase your understanding of the history and context of the Biblical Writings and want a safe space to ask questions – this is for you! The sessions will end with Compline (Night Prayer) which we hear the Scriptures read in the context of prayer and contemplation.

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All Saints Primary School Nativity

for 5 hours
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
The students of All Saints Primary will be performing their Nativity play in church this year. Two performances - 10am and 2pm

Elvis Christmas Show with Andy T King and special guest Stevie Bart

for 2 hours
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
A night of music and classic music - free admission!

All Saints Primary School Christmas Service

for 1 hour
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
The students at All Saints Primary will have their end of term Christmas service in the church. There will be carols, readings, and prayers offered by the students.

Nine Lessons and Carols

for 1 hour
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
A traditional service of Lessons and Carols for Christmas

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Interactive Nativity

for 1 hour
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley, All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
An interactive, all ages service that takes a fresh look at the Christmas story. Led by our parish deacon, Deacon Olivia, come along for a fun way to prepare for Christmas celebration!

Christingle

for 45 mins
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
Come along to All Saints for our Christmas Eve Christingle service. A service of carols, readings, and a short talk by Father Ian, we light our Christingles as it get dark outside to celebrate Jesus, who is the Light of the World.

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First Mass of Christmas

for 1 hour
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
In the midst of the night, we celebrate the coming of the Light of the World! A sung Mass with carols at 10:30pm on Christmas Eve.

Dawn Mass on Christmas Day

for 1 hour
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
A quiet Low Mass with celebrated in the Lady Chapel.

Christmas Day Sung Mass with Carols

for 1 hour
The Parish Church of All Saints, Sidley
All Saints Church All Saints Lane Sidley Bexhill-on-Sea, TN39 5HA, United Kingdom
Our main Christmas Day Sung Mass with carols. Join us as we celebrate the Birth of the Saviour!