Remembrance Day Service

Occurring
for 30 mins
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

Our Remembrance Day Service with wreath-laying at the village memorial.

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CW Modern Language Holy Communion 1st, 2nd & 4th Sunday

Occurring
Every Second, Third Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

Adopting contemporary language, this order of service, with its vibrant images, seeks to connect the biblical tradition with people's own experiences.

CW Order1 Traditional Language Holy Communion 3rd Sunday

Occurring
Every Fourth, Fifth Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

A permanent feature of the Church of England's worship and a key source for its doctrine, the Book of Common Prayer is loved for the beauty of its language and its services are widely used.

Christingle Service

Occurring
Sunday 04 December 2022 at for 1 hour
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

A popular festive celebration with families in our community, the Hilderstone Youth Club has helped prepare the Christingle oranges for you all. Please do come along and join us at this special service.

Midnight Mass

Occurring
Saturday 24 December 2022 at for 1 hour
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

As we approach the hour of Jesus' birth, we offer thanks with this traditional service, lead by Rev'd David Howard.

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Full disabled access from the car park, with disabled parking facilities.

Christmast Tree & Nativity Festival

Occurring
Saturday 10 December 2022 at for 6 hours
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

This beautiful Georgian church is replendent with an array of twinkling Christmas Trees as we begin our journey of celebratoin for Advent. Each tree is adorned with tree decorations by the sponsors and all are welcome to come and enjoy the wonderful sight. This year we will also feature Nativity Scenes from around the world.

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Christmas Tree & Nativity Festival

Occurring
Sunday 11 December 2022 at for 2 hours
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

Running over two days, this spectacular festival truly celebrates this special time of year, and the church is adorned with Christmas Trees resplendent in their lovely decorations. This lovely example of a Georgian church looks at its very best. And this year we will also feature Nativity Scenes from around the world. Please do come along and join us. Refreshments served.

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Full disability access available from the car park adjacent to the church.

Crib Service

Occurring
Saturday 24 December 2022 at for 1 hour
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

As you would expect, this lovely family service is popular with young and old alike. With plenty of interaction for the children, alongside our traditional carols and readings, this service will, this year, be lead by Bishop Matthew of Stafford. Please do come and join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.

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Full access for those who are disabled or have young families.

Big Village Party

Occurring
Saturday 29 July 2023 at for 3 hours
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

Celebrating community, Christ Church Hilderstone, with the Village Hall and all the groups affiliated with them, come together in a day of fun activities for all ages. Christ Church Hilderstone will open its doors to welcome visitors from 1pm on Saturday 29th July.

Harvest Supper and Auction

Occurring
Monday 18 September 2023 at for 3 hours
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

We are holding our annual Harvest Supper and Auction on Monday 18th September, at Hilderstone Village Hall, from 7pm. This popular celebration sees people throughout the community come together to enjoy a meal together. The event culminates in our auctioning of the produce presented at the Harvest Festival, with all donations going to charity. As always, this is a ticketed event and details for booking tickets will follow in due course.

Licensing of Rev'd Lucinda Wray-Wear as Associate Minister to the Benefice

Occurring
Monday 09 October 2023 at for 3 hours
Venue
Hilderstone Christ Church
Address
Hilderstone Stoke-on-Trent, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom

The Licensing of the new Associate Minister, Rev'd Lucinda Wray-Wear, alongside her Mentor, Rev'd Stewart Jones, will take place at Christ Church HIlderstone on Monday 9th October 2023 at 7pm. This celebration will be followed by a Reception at Hilderstone Village Hall from approximately 8.15pm. All are welcome.