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Special services and events at Christ Church
All Age Service
On the last Sunday of each month the Sunday Service is designed to include all members of the congregation – an All Age Service. Children are encouraged to gather at the front to listen to the talk and they have the opportunity to learn about the liturgy of the Sunday Service.
Candlemas
In February Candlemas is celebrated. Children make "Christingles", and the whole congregation are encouraged to remember the presentation of Jesus in the Temple.
Lent
On the evening of Shrove Tuesday, in the spirit of Mardi Gras celebrations, there is usually a Pancake Party and Quiz Night (the 2011 party will be on the preceding Saturday, 5 March).
The 4th Sunday in Lent is Mothering Sunday when children present Mums, Dads and others with flowers, as tokens of gratitude and love.
A special service is held on the afternoon of Good Friday and the congregation come together for a joyful Easter Sunday service to recall the resurrection of Jesus.
Patronal Festival
In June Christ Church has its own Dedication Festival which is celebrated in style both during and after the service.
Advent
Advent is celebrated with a special service for St. Nicholas preceded by the turning on of the Christmas Lights in the Church grounds.
A special children's service is held on Christmas Eve as well as the midnight celebration to welcome in the celebrations of Christmas.
As a member of the Merton Priory Team Ministry, Christ Church has connections with St John's Church and
Holy Trinity Church and we share a number of
services and activities throughout the year.
The bellringers take a full part in special occasions,
both on the tower bells and on the handbells.
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Here we are celebrating the birth of the Christian church on the day of Pentecost (when the Holy Spirit was given to Christ's followers)
by wearing red to symbolise the tongues of flame.
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