Social Events: Getting to know each other

Church social events come in all shapes and sizes – curry evening, harvest supper, choir supper, Young Church picnic, girls’ night out, barn dance, jazz night & hog roast, choir holidays, youth concerts, quiz night, sidesmens' supper or fellowship breakfast...
But they all have the same purpose – to knit the church community together. Helping newcomers make friends and old friendships to grow and thrive. Some are occasions where all generations can mix, the different congregations come together, and where we can celebrate our diversity. At other times, groups or age ranges gather to grow in fellowship, or celebrate and give thanks together.

Getting closer to the community

Church social life is not just about ourselves. St Peter’s is at the heart of a number of major events in the wider community. Every June the annual Rose Queen procession brings the whole community out onto the streets to watch and cheer, with over a thousand people gathering at the Church school for the crowning and fair.

Six months later and the November skies are lit by the annual church bonfire party, with 500 folks of all ages enjoying a great evening of bonfire, fireworks and food in a family-safe environment.

Last year with the snow lying “deep and crisp and even” we had the first Church outdoor Christmas special – with hot punch, log-burning braziers to warm the hands, carols to sing and handbells playing to warm the hearts.

Getting involved yourself

All this activity is a great opportunity to be more involved in the life of the church – not just coming along but getting involved in making things happen.

If you would like to find out more contact Edd on 07909680821 or email edward.gallier@btinternet.com