What's On at St. John's Church & CommunityEveryone welcome - Come along and join the fun!SPECIAL EVENTSPancake Day & Shrove Tuesday Fun ServiceSun 15 Feb 11.00amDistrict Bellringing PracticeFri 21 Feb | 2.00-3.30pmBell Ringing Practice at St. John'sWed 25 Feb | 7.30-9.00pmWorld Day of Prayer ServiceFri 6 Mar | 10.30amMothering Sunday ServiceSun 15 Mar | 11.00amEco Church Launch ServiceSun 22 Mar 11.00amBell Ringing Practice at St. John'sWed 25 March | 7.30-9.00pmPalm Sunday ServiceSun 29 Mar 11.00am'Easter Saturday' Miniature Easter Garden EventSat 4 April 10am -12 noonEaster Sunday ServiceSun 5 April 11.00amREGULAR ACTIVITIESHoly Communion ServiceEvery Sunday | 11.00amCommunity ChoirEvery Tuesday | 6.30pmLego Drop-in morningsEvery First Saturday of each month | 10am -12 noonMothers' Union - Cuxton & Halling Branch at Cuxton Church HallEvery 3rd Wed | 10.30amHalling Youth Chess Club Ages 6-16 | Weekly | 6.00-7.15pm | Starts 5 Marwww.achurchnearyou.com
Christmas at St. John’s Church, HallingWe warmly invite everyone to join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, as we come together in thanksgiving, to renew our faith in God’s love, and to share in the spirit of community, goodwill, and light that Christmas brings.🌟 Christmas Tree FestivalSaturday 20th – Wednesday 24th December, 10am–2pmThe festival will feature beautifully decorated Christmas trees from local clubs, societies, and organisations. Come and enjoy the creativity and community spirit that make this event so special!✝️ Sunday Morning Holy CommunionSunday 21st December, 11amJoin us for Holy Communion, held amid the stunning display of Christmas trees. A truly memorable setting for worship and reflection.🕯️ Christingle Service with Impromptu Nativity PlaySunday 21st December at 3pmA joyful and family-friendly celebration, featuring a simple, impromptu nativity play. Props and costumes provided! All are welcome to take part or simply enjoy the fun and festive atmosphere. The Christingles will light up the church with a message of hope and light.🌅 Christmas Day ServiceThursday 25th December at 8amA quiet and joyful Holy Communion service to begin Christmas Day with peace, gratitude, and celebration.Wishing you all a joyful and peaceful Christmas,St. John’s, Halling Church
Under the terms of the Ecclesiastical Offices (Age Limit) Measure 1975, not having been granted an extension by the Bishop, the Rev'd Roger Knight was obliged to retire on 30th November 2024, his seventieth birthday. Having been appointed on 2nd January 1987, he is the longest ever serving incumbent of Halling.A Service of Holy Communion was held at St Michael's Cuxton on 11:00 Saturday the 30th November. Everybody was welcome and after the service there were refreshments served in the church hall. In addition to the service and celebration on 30th November, there was a buffet in the White Hart at Cuxton from 12.00 noon on Friday 29th November with an open invitation to everyone.After the 30th November 2024, please contact the churchwardens for any assistance you need.
