Christmas at St, Andrew’s, Fersfield

The Fersfield community celebrated the Christmas Season with three seasonal events.  The Carol Service took place on the evening of 19 December: the church was packed as usual for this popular occasion, and everyone enjoyed the readings and carols, which were followed by mulled wine and seasonal refreshments.
On the Sunday before Christmas, the Vicar, The Revd. John Cruse, took the Christmas Communion Service, when the congregation  enjoyed Advent and Christmas carols.
On Christmas Morning, the church was again full for the Family Carol Service.  Sue Shand read ‘The Yorkshire Nativity’, Lottie Wickenden placed the Baby Jesus in His crib in the stable,  prayers were said, carols again enjoyed and the Rector, The Revd. Canon Tony Billett gave his Christmas blessing.
St. Andrew’s, beautifully decorated, was alive with the voices and excitement from people of all ages: very considerable thanks are due to everyone who worked so hard with the decoration, catering and presentation of the events or supported the community in any way.  Donations for Solo Housing and the Diss Food Bank will be made from the aro; Service collection.