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Help make vulnerable
children's voices heard in Merseyside this Christmas
CHURCHES in Merseyside are inviting
their local communities to help bring hope to some of the UK's most vulnerable
children this festive season by supporting their Christingle celebration in aid
of The Children's Society.
A number of services are being held throughout December and beyond, and are open
to everyone. All money raised will go towards providing life-changing support
for vulnerable children and young people and to make sure their voices are
heard.
Families and communities are welcome to come and celebrate at the festive
fundraising events, which revolve around children decorating oranges with red
ribbon, cocktail sticks and sweets. These, as well as a candle, highlight
different parts of the Christian story.
Christingle is a tradition that has been taking place for almost half a century
and these events are an opportunity for people of all ages to join in, light a
candle and enjoy the warmth and vibrancy of this special festive occasion.
In the UK there are almost 4 million children and young people dealing with
hardship, abuse and neglect which are ruining childhoods and future prospects.
With around 1 million people attending each year, the Christingle fundraising
events play a key role in supporting The Children's Society's vital work to help
some of this country's most vulnerable children. This year, the charity is
aiming to raise ?1.2 million and all funds raised will be crucial to its work.
Matthew Reed, Chief Executive of The Children's Society, said:- "We're
delighted that so many Christingle events are happening across Merseyside to
help disadvantaged children and we're truly grateful to everyone who attends for
their support.
Vulnerable children and young people are at the very centre of what we do and we
need to make sure their voices are heard so their lives can be improved. These Christingle
events in Merseyside and across the country make it possible for us to carry on
our vital work and transform the lives of even more children in need of our
help."
To find out about local Christingles near you by going
online.
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Christingles being held in Merseyside include services
at:- |
| Date |
Time |
Venue |
| 11/12/2016 |
16:00 |
St. Annes Church
View Road
Rainhill
Prescot
Merseyside
L35 0LE |
| 11/12/2016 |
18:00 |
St Johns Church
Kirkstall Road
Southport
Merseyside
PR8 4RA |
| 11/12/2016 |
10:30 |
St Helens Parish Church
Church Square
Church Street
St Helens
Merseyside
WA10 1AF |
| 11/12/2016 |
16:00 |
St Mary's Church
South Drive
Wavertree
Liverpool
Merseyside
L15 8JJ |
| 11/12/2016 |
16:00 |
St. Marys Church
Meadow Lane
West Derby
Liverpool
Merseyside
L12 5EA |
| 11/12/2016 |
16:30 |
Rainford Parish Church
Church Road
Rainford
St. Helens
Merseyside
WA11 8HE |
| 11/12/2016 |
11:00 |
ST MATTHEWS WITH ST MARY
410 STANLEY ROAD
BOOTLE
MERSEYSIDE
L20 5AE |
| 14/12/2016 |
18:30 |
St Athanasius Church
Fountains Road
Liverpool
Merseyside
L4 1QH |
| 16/12/2016 |
10:00 |
Highfield URC
90 Rock Lane West
ROCK FERRY
MERSEYSIDE
CH42 4NZ |
| 24/12/2016 |
15:05 |
St Cuthberts Church, Croxteth
3 Langley Close
West Derby
Liverpool
Merseyside
L12 0NB |
| 24/12/2016 |
17:00 |
Christ Church Birkenhead
Christ Church
Bessborough Road
Prenton
Merseyside
CH43 5RW |
| 24/12/2016 |
16:00 |
All Saints Church
3 Church Street
Ainsdale
Southport
Merseyside
PR8 4RA |
| 24/12/2016 |
15:30 |
St. John the Divine
Frankby Road
Frankby
Wirral
Merseyside
CH48 1PE |
| 24/12/2016 |
18:00 |
St. John the Baptist Church
St. Johns Vicarage, 142 Birkenhead Road
Meols
Wirral
Merseyside
CH47 0LF |
| 24/12/2016 |
16:00 |
Saint Peter's Church
Chorley Road
Swinton
Manchester
M27 0WA |
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