​​​​Christmas Collections

The collections from our Christmas services this year is being split between two charities.  The offerings from the two services of Lessons and Carols, the two Cribs services and Christmas morning, is being shared between the Children's Society and Christian Aid. Over £1625 has been raised - thank you for your contributions.​

 

​​​Epiphany Carol Service - Sunday 5th January 6 pm
We are looking forward to seeing you at our. Epiphany Carol Service at 6.00pm on Sunday 5th January as we celebrate the. arrival of the Magi at the stable in Bethlehem. There will be some of your. favourite Epiphany carols for us all to singand some wonderful contributions from the choir. The introit will be From the Rising of the Sun by Frederick Ouseley and later in the service the truly beautiful BethlehemDown by Peter Warlock. There will also be a lovely setting of the Coventry Carol byCarol Boykin. The readings, as ever will take us on the journey of the Wise Men.  This service will be a fitting way to complete the cycle of services which began at the beginning of December with our Advent Carol Service, taking us through through Christmas
to Twelfth Night.

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The Call - 12th January 6 pm

Join us in a conversation with God as we come together at Holy Cross to pray for Bearsted. Starting 12th January and then every second Sunday of the month thereafter. Click here for details.

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​​Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
The annual service for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will be held at 3pm on Sunday 19 January at Holy Cross. The service is organised by Bearsted Area Churches Together and is part of a week where Christians around the world will share in worship, all based on the same materials. This year's materials have been created by the Christian community at Bose in northern Italy. Do come and join us for this service, and also available are reflections to guide you through the whole week which can be found here - Resources for Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2025
 

Roseacre School - new Kingsquad

We have teamed up with The Family Trust to start a Kingsquad school club at Roseacre in the new year and now we need some volunteers to run it. Depending on the number of children we need around six volunteers to run the club on a rota basis - could you be part of the team? No previous experience required and training will be provided. Please consider joining this outreach project which, particularly during interregnum, maintains that vital link with youngsters. More information here or contact Sandra Knatchbull or Andy Haines to sign up!

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Church Flowers for 2025

A big thank you from both Joan and Kym to all those of you who have generously contributed both time and money to ensuring Church looks beautiful for festivals, celebrations and in memory of your loved ones.

All flowers are funded by donations and it is that time of year again that we request that you consider giving funds in memory of a loved one, a special event, birthday or anniversary.  Unfortunately, as with most items, floral costs have increased over the last few years so a minimum donation of £20 would be welcomed, and please let Kym know of any special requests regarding preferred colour or type of flower.  Contact office@holycrosschurch.co.uk  with your preferred week and requests.   

 

Winter Shelter

Are looking for volunteers in several capacities when the open up in January. Please help if you can. All info can be found here.

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Giving at Holy Cross

Most parishioners give to Holy Cross through the Planned Giving Scheme which we can reclaim the tax back on. However you can also give and make a donation to Holy Cross using your smart phone. Details on the various ways to support us can be found on our Give page  but you can also use this QR code to make a single payment. Thank you.

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Volunteering in our Church Community

If you have a moment to spare there are always opportunities to volunteer, to help our community.   If you can, please contact the Church office here, and they will connect you with the opportunities!

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Support Holy Cross through your on line purchases using Easy Funding

At no extra cost to you we can earn a small percentage of the purchase price through Easy Funding. So the next time you make an on line purchase give it a try.  They have links with most major online outlets, including Amazon, John Lewis, Next and many more. Simply register your support for Holy Cross by clicking here, which will guide you to registration and then the store you select. You must however, do this through the Easy Funding portal link.  Save our page in your favourites... and, without over encouraging you - get shopping! 

​To ensure your giving remains anonymous follow the simple instructions here.

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