St Michael's Christmas Fair

Occurring
for 3 hours
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

Join us for St Michael's Christmas Fair on Saturday 7 December in St Michael's Church Hall, South Street, Lancing from 10 am - 1 pm. There will be lots of great items to buy, you can try your luck on our bottle stall, tombola and raffle, and enjoy some delicious refreshments.
The church will also be hosting a centenary exhibition of newspaper stories from the past 100 years.

Father Christmas will be there so don't miss out!

Sung Mass

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
St Michael and All Angels, South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

This is our main service, with lots of people, music and incense. It’s generally the service that families come to.

On the first Sunday of the month is our All-Age Mass, which is focused more on families
(although children are welcome to all our services).

Centenary of the Dedication of St Michael and All Angels, Lancing

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

Our centenary celebrations conclude with a visit from the Bishop of Chichester, Dr Martin Warner to mark the 100th anniversary of the dedication of the church.

Dr Warner’s predecessor, Bishop Winfrid Burrows, led the service of consecration on 5 December 1924 in a packed church where no spare seat was available. During the service the altar was blessed and prayers said at the belfry, font and chancel.

Join us as we celebrate 100 years of mission and ministry in Lancing.

Messy Church for Christmas

Occurring
for 1 hour, 45 mins
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

Messy Church is a form of church for all ages that involves creativity, celebration and hospitality. We have a range of activities for people of all ages all based around a theme for the session, join together for a celebration time and finish with a shared meal.

The session begins at 3.15 pm with tea/coffee or juice and we usually finish around 5 pm. There is no charge for these sessions but any donations are welcome.

You do need to book your space using the church website (booking open now).

Mini Markets

Occurring
Every Second Saturday at for 2 hours
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

Our monthly Mini Markets are a great social occasion and give the opportunity to bag a few bargains, some delicious homemade cakes and to enjoy our special bacon rolls. They take place on the second Saturday of each month (except July, August and December) from 10 am - 12 noon in the Church Hall.

Walking Nativity

Occurring
for 2 hours
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

Join in our special ‘Walking Nativity’ through Lancing village on Saturday 14 December. Meeting at the Holy Family Church in North Road at 2 pm. During the journey we will tell the story of Jesus' birth and sing some well-known carols. We will also be joined by a donkey.

This is open to everyone young and old. Everyone is welcome to dress up as either Angels, Shepherds or Kings. This doesn't mean only children, adults can join the fun too.

Ending at St Michael's for mince pies, mulled wine and singalong Christmas carols.

The Boundstone Chorus Christmas Celebration

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

The Boundstone Chorus will celebrate Christmas through music and readings which includes "Torches" by John Joubert, "Ding dong merrily on high, a "Christmas Blessing" by Philip Stopford and carols for everyone to sing.

Followed by refreshments

For a lot of people we know this starts their Christmas.

Crib Service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary the Blessed Virgin
Address
Church Lane Sompting, BN15 0AZ, United Kingdom

A service with readings telling the Christmas story and carols for everyone to sing.

No tickets required - all welcome

Candlelight Crib Service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

A candlelight service with readings telling the Christmas story and carols for everyone to sing.

No tickets required - all welcome

Early 'Midnight' Mass

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter the Apostle
Address
Bowness Avenue Sompting Lancing, BN15 9TS, United Kingdom

This is an early 'Midnight' Mass starting at 8 pm.
Join us and experience the true wonder of Christmas as we celebrate the birth of Christ, who is God-with-us.

No tickets required - all welcome

Midnight Mass

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

For many people Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve is a special time – a time when we are filled with the wonder and joy of Christmas.

Join us and experience the true wonder of Christmas as we celebrate the birth of Christ, who is God-with-us.
Includes the singing of Christmas Carols, a sermon and Holy Communion.

No tickets required - all welcome

Christmas Day Mass with Carols

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

A service to celebrate Christmas morning, and the appearing of Jesus as Emmanuel – ‘God with us’.
Includes the singing of Christmas Carols, a sermon and Holy Communion.

No tickets required - all welcome

Alive! (Children's group)

Occurring
Every First Sunday at for 50 mins
Venue
St Michael and All Angels
Address
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

Meeting on the first Sunday of each month at 10.30 am we have our 'Alive' Group in the Church Hall. This is a time of stories, games and crafts for children aged from around 0-7 (but this is flexible) which lasts for about an hour. Parents are free to stay with the children or head into the church for the service.
It is run by Laura Smith who has a background in child development and teaching and is a trained Godly Play storyteller.