We are almost at mid winter and a few days later it will be Christmas. We celebrate a boy child who has brought us understanding through his teachings, healing through his Divine Presence and Light, and a whole new way of looking at this physical plane and the challenges we often have before us., pulling us closer to goodness and The Father of us all.

In the Nativity setting, from the wealth and education of the Magi, to the simple tending of sheep by the Shepherds along with an unlikely couple, Joseph, older but a wise good man, and a simple young woman, pure, gentle and so humble in heart, we are reminded about what really counts. so may we hold fast to this vision of Love and Joy this season.

We had such a beautiful Divine service last night in Chawton. Beautiful prayers, readings, and many extra special readings for Christmas, then carols, and lovely yummies from our food angels.

Thank you everyone who has made this such an incredible year for our Church. So many people help to make this happen.

Prayer for this season.

Please pray for Peace in our world. For those far away in war torn nations and circumstances, to Peace in our homes. Peace with each other. Peace with all those other kinds who live and share experience on this plane of existence.

We will reconvene in Chawton on the 7th January 2024.

We shall reconvene for the Wednesday mid week gathering on the 10th January 2024.

Blessings of Christmas to All our Church family.

friends and beyond.

If you are facing difficult times this Christmas.. loneliness loss, illness, addiction, lack, fear, anxiety… remember this. You are not alone. It is impossible for you to be alone. Those who love you and have gone ahead of you also inhabit your homes with great curiosity to your life, and come with great Love.

Merry Christmas to You and Yours!!

Blessings of Peace, Love, Joy and Wonder this beautiful season.

We gathered on zoom last night, our last gathering on zoom for this year. Thank you everyone for your readings and prayers. This service is so special. Healing always available afterwards.

We will reconvene on Wednesday 10th January on zoom.

Thank you everyone who has made this service so special.

Blessings of this sacred season to you All.

We will be in Chawton on Sunday for our Christmas Divine Service.

See you then!!

Prayer for the week.

Please continue to pray for the lonely throughout this Christmas season, wherever they may be in the world.

Picture credit Joseph Farquharson.

As we travel ever closer to Christmas, we start to celebrate ‘The Stories.’ The Three Wise Men, Magi, deriving from Magician, but not so much about magic, but schooled and educated especially in astrology and the night sky. They were wealthy and often assumed to be kings.

They set off on their journey from the east, following a star, something exceptional in the night sky, and must have journeyed for some time, evidence suggesting that they would have arrived much later to Bethlehem.

They rode on camels, known as ‘Ships of the Desert.’ These animals have an ability to store water in their famous humps and therefore are very hardy when in desert places.

This story is central to the Nativity story unfolding. The star they followed is a huge symbol at Christmas, sometimes nestled at the top of our Christmas trees in lieu of an angel.. A star so exceptional that it inspired these three Magi from some distance to leave their families and follow it.

Well last night we had some stars of our own, as we had our fun filled Carol and Pantomime service. Our annual pantomime is a tradition at Alton Christian Spiritualist Church!!

We sang carols, lit our advent candle, enjoyed the pantomime – Sleeping Beauty no less, and then Santa came with his Elves and gave out presents and cards, and then goodies galore, mince pies, mulled wine, tea and coffee, and plenty of time to enjoy each other and the laughter!!

We also received more donations for Alton Food bank!!

Thank you everyone. So many people made this happen.

Thank you to our readers, our cast, our food angels, Santa and his Elf helpers, Cleaner uppers, and a special thank you to Nerina, who did so much behind the scenes!!

Prayer of the week

Please pray for Peace in this world.

Calendar up next.

Slow down and enjoy the wonder and reason for the season.

Have a beautiful week everyone!!

Those of us who gather on zoom on a Wednesday evening just love the chance to come together to hear the prayers, readings and music. It is so special, especially with healing following the service.

Thank you everyone for such lovely prayers and readings.

Please pray for those suffering in wars around this world.

We will be having our carol service and pantomime this Sunday in Chawton. We are collecting for Alton Food Bank so please bring any goods you can.

See you Sunday!!