The season of joyful celebration that began at Christmas now continues through the successive Sundays of Epiphany, and only ends with the Feast of the Presentation (Candlemas).

The child who has been manifested to the magi at his birth will go on to be recognised by Simeon and Anna, when he comes to be presented in the Temple according to the Law of Israel.

He is both 'a light to lighten the Gentiles' and 'The glory of God's people Israel'.

Our readings today come from Isaiah 62:1-5, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, and John 2:1-11.

Our hymns today are 'O thou, who at thy Eucharist didst pray' and 'Will you come and follow me'.

A service booklet to accompany this service can be downloaded from the benefice website www.stourvalley.org.uk. or below.

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Join us for our Parish Communion

Come and join us in Clare Parish Church for Coffee, Cake and Chat!

Fair trade Coffee, Delicious Cakes, and a change to meet up with friends old and new.

No Charge - but Donations Welcome.

Children's activities also available.

Join us for a wonderful evening of music from East Anglia's Premier Brass Band under the directorship of Paul Filby.

TIcket's available online or on the door.

£10 Standard
£5 under 18's

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Join us for our Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM) when we take time to review the past year, elect our Church Wardens and PCC Members and give thanks for the life and ministry in this Parish.

A series of Coffee-time concerts for all to enjoy the beauty of Clare Parish Church whilst listening to some wonderful live music.

We celebrate Deborah and Martin joining together before God as they begin a lifelong journey of love together.