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

Carols by Candlelight

for 2 hours
St Lawrence, Effingham
Church Street Effingham, KT24 5LX, United Kingdom
Step into the gentle glow of candlelight and experience the true spirit of the season with Candlelit Carols, a heart warming evening of singing and music. Including the serving of mulled wine and mince pies.

Crib Service

for 1 hour, 30 mins
St Lawrence, Effingham
Church Street Effingham, KT24 5LX, United Kingdom
A family-friendly Christmas service, held on Christmas Eve, that retells the story of Jesus' birth through carols and storytelling. Written by our Children and Families Pastor, Laura to be engaging for children and families and involves a gradually building a nativity scene, keep a listen out for the Christmas mouse.

Midnight Communion

for 1 hour, 15 mins
St Lawrence, Effingham
Church Street Effingham, KT24 5LX, United Kingdom
Midnight Mass, is a late-night church service on Christmas Eve that celebrates the birth of Jesus, starting around 11.00 pm. The service feature carols, scripture readings, a sermon, and Holy Communion (the sharing of bread and wine). The service is a tradition in many denominations, but it is open to all who wish to join as a community in the spirit of Christmas.