Holy Communion

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 30 mins
Venue
Selsdon, St John the Divine
Address
Upper Selsdon Road Selsdon Croydon, CR2 8DD, United Kingdom

Eucharist is celebrated at 0800 with a said service.

Weekly Eucharist Service

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
Selsdon, St John the Divine
Address
Upper Selsdon Road Selsdon Croydon, CR2 8DD, United Kingdom

Our weekly eucharist service followed by refreshments in the church hall.
Every second Sunday is an all age service a shorter service with readings by the children of the congregation.
We also have a Sunday school that runs alongside the service. The children come and join the congregation at the end of the service and explain what they have been doing that morning.

Holy Communion

Occurring
Every Thursday at for 1 hour
Venue
Selsdon, St John the Divine
Address
Upper Selsdon Road Selsdon Croydon, CR2 8DD, United Kingdom

Small communion service
Followed by coffee

Christingle Service

Occurring
Sunday 15 December 2024 at for 1 hour
Venue
Selsdon, St John the Divine
Address
Upper Selsdon Road Selsdon Croydon, CR2 8DD, United Kingdom

Our joyful, family-friendly celebration that centres around the powerful symbol of the Christingle - a decorated orange that represents the light and love of Christ in the world. During our Christingle service, each person receives an orange decorated with a red ribbon, sweets on cocktail sticks, and a candle. Each element carries a special meaning: the orange represents the world, the red ribbon signifies Christ's love and sacrifice, the sweets symbolise the gifts of creation, and the candle represents Jesus as the Light of the World. All are welcome to join this service as a celebration of hope, light, and giving, reminding us all of the love and generosity at the heart of the Christmas season.

A Quiet Christmas Service

Occurring
Monday 16 December 2024 at for 1 hour
Venue
Selsdon, St John the Divine
Address
Upper Selsdon Road Selsdon Croydon, CR2 8DD, United Kingdom

Join us in this gentle, reflective gathering designed for those who may find the festive season difficult or overwhelming. This service provides a peaceful space for those dealing with loss, loneliness, stress or other challenges that can feel particularly heavy during this time of the year. With soft music, thoughtful readings and gentle prayers, the Quiet Christmas Service creates a calming atmosphere, free from the busyness and noise that can often come in December. All are very welcome to join.

9 Lessons and Carols

Occurring
Sunday 22 December 2024 at for 1 hour
Venue
Selsdon, St John the Divine
Address
Upper Selsdon Road Selsdon Croydon, CR2 8DD, United Kingdom

In this service, a series of Bible readings (the "lessons") are interwoven with well-loved carols and hymns. Join us as we capture the anticipation and joy of the season, with music that lifts hearts and minds toward the hope and peace of Christmas. This service can help bring a deep sense of connection to the story of Christ's birth, uniting worshippers in a shared celebration of God's love for the world. All are welcome.

Crib Service

Occurring
Tuesday 24 December 2024 at for 1 hour
Venue
Selsdon, St John the Divine
Address
Upper Selsdon Road Selsdon Croydon, CR2 8DD, United Kingdom

Join our family-friendly Christmas celebration on Christmas Eve. Our service will centre around the nativity scene, and will feature carols, readings, and interactive storytelling. All welcome to join this joyful and accessible way for people of all ages to experience the wonder of Christmas. Please feel free to come dressed as your favourite Nativity character.

Midnight Mass

Occurring
Tuesday 24 December 2024 at for 59 mins
Venue
Selsdon, St John the Divine
Address
Upper Selsdon Road Selsdon Croydon, CR2 8DD, United Kingdom

Our deeply moving and traditional service that marks the arrival of Christmas. Held just before midnight, our service will usher in Christmas Day with reverence and reflection. Join us to gather in the quiet hours to remember and celebrate the birth of Jesus, the light coming into a dark world.

Christmas Day Service

Occurring
Wednesday 25 December 2024 at for 1 hour
Venue
Selsdon, St John the Divine
Address
Upper Selsdon Road Selsdon Croydon, CR2 8DD, United Kingdom

Our joyful celebration of Christ's birth, we welcome people of all ages to gather in worship on this holy day. The service will be filled with uplifting carols, heartfelt prayers and readings from the Gospels that recount the story of Jesus's birth in Bethlehem. Let us celebrate the miracle of Christmas together as a community as we offer a moment of peace and joy.

Said Eucharist of Our Lady of Walsingham

Occurring
Every First Monday at for 45 mins
Venue
Selsdon, St John the Divine
Address
Upper Selsdon Road Selsdon Croydon, CR2 8DD, United Kingdom

Our Lady of Walsingham is a title used for Mary, the mother of Jesus. The title derives from the belief that Mary appeared in a vision to Richeldis de Faverches, a devout English noblewoman, in 1061 in the village of Walsingham in Norfolk.

Advent Carol Service

Occurring
Sunday 01 December 2024 at for 1 hour
Venue
Address

Join us to mark the start of the Advent season, leading up to Christmas. Filled with a mix of music, readings and prayers, we will reflect on the themes of hope, anticipation and the coming of light into the world. Prepare your hearts and minds for Christmas at St John the Divine, Selsdon.