Carol Service

for 1 hour, 30 mins
St Francis, Strood
Galahad Avenue Strood Rochester, ME2 2YS, United Kingdom

Christmas Carols Service — Sunday 14 December, 6:00–7:30pm
St Francis Church, Galahad Avenue, Strood

This year, the Church of England’s Advent and Christmas theme is “Joy”, focussing on the good news of Jesus’ birth and the deep, lasting joy that it brings.

Join us for a joyful evening of:

Beloved carols that proclaim “Joy to the world”

Readings from Scripture pointing to the promise fulfilled in Christ

Reflections on how the joy of Christmas speaks into our lives today

A warm, inclusive atmosphere where all are welcome—families, neighbours, and friends

Come and share in the joy — not a fleeting happiness, but the hope, peace, and delight rooted in God’s gift in Jesus. Entry is free, and no booking is required. We look forward to celebrating with you!

St Francis, Strood

Welcome to St Francis, Strood. We are a vibrant multigenerational church in the heart of South Strood. We are all about bringing the Good News of Jesus Christ to everyone, sharing together, and seeking the Lord in all we do. We believe that God is at work transforming lives and our community through the power of His Holy Spirit. So, we seek to create and grow disciples of Jesus and together advance the Kingdom of God here in South Strood. 

Our worship on a Sunday is at 10am, please do join us!

We live real lives, with real faith as real people.

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St Francis Church

Galahad Avenue
Strood,
Rochester,
Kent

ME2 2YS
07879578611

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Carol Service

for 1 hour, 30 mins
St Francis, Strood
Galahad Avenue Strood Rochester, ME2 2YS, United Kingdom

Christmas Carols Service — Sunday 14 December, 6:00–7:30pm
St Francis Church, Galahad Avenue, Strood

This year, the Church of England’s Advent and Christmas theme is “Joy”, focussing on the good news of Jesus’ birth and the deep, lasting joy that it brings.

Join us for a joyful evening of:

Beloved carols that proclaim “Joy to the world”

Readings from Scripture pointing to the promise fulfilled in Christ

Reflections on how the joy of Christmas speaks into our lives today

A warm, inclusive atmosphere where all are welcome—families, neighbours, and friends

Come and share in the joy — not a fleeting happiness, but the hope, peace, and delight rooted in God’s gift in Jesus. Entry is free, and no booking is required. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Safeguarding

Our parish of Strood: St Francis is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Rochester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO Antonietta Ogundimu on [email protected] or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor Greg Barry [email protected]. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

VISIT OUR SAFEGUARDING PAGE HERE