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

10am Service of Nine Lessons and Carols on Sunday 14 December 2025

for 1 hour
St Mary the Virgin, Matching
St Mary the Virgin, Matching, CM17 0QZ
at St Mary the Virgin, Matching CM17 0QZ - get ready for Christmas by singing carols by candlelight in this beautiful, traditional service of readings, prayers and music.

4pm Crib Service - Wednesday 24th December 2025

for 1 hour
Magdalen Laver: St Mary Magdalen
Magdalen Laver Ongar, CM5 0EG, United Kingdom
at St Mary Magdalen, Magdalen Laver. CM5 0EG. An all age service with the option for those who are young or young at heart to act out the nativity together. Costumes encouraged!