Whether it will be your first time at church or you have been before, we look forward to welcoming you.
There is no ‘dress code’, there are crafts for children, and the church is warm. It’s usually possible to park on Melton Road in front of the church.
Advent and Christmas 2026
Services and events
Sunday 22 November 2026Thurmaston Lights Up and Christmas Tree FestivalChristmas trees, carols and stalls in church and along the street, for three hours. Melton Road is closed to vehicles from 12 noon to 6.00pm.2.30pm
Sunday 29 November 2026Joint Service with neighbouring churchesAdvent Sunday, kept together with our neighbouring parishes.10.30am
Sunday 13 December 2026Nine Lessons & CarolsOur traditional carol service of readings and carols, about an hour and a quarter.6.00pm
Sunday 20 December 2026ChristingleAn hour-long Christingle service — especially good for families.6.00pm
Thursday 24 December 2026Midnight MassChristmas Eve Holy Communion, with carols, beginning at half past eleven.11.30pm
Friday 25 December 2026No service at St Michael’sThere is no service here on Christmas morning. Neighbouring parishes will be keeping Christmas Day — please get in touch and we will help you find one.—
Sunday 27 December 2026No service at St Michael’sThere is no service here on the Sunday after Christmas.—
All year round
Sunday worship at 11.00am
Outside the Christmas season we meet every Sunday at 11.00am for Holy Communion or Morning Worship.