Broadford will come alive with Christmas spirit on Friday, December 22, as the community gathers for ‘Carols in the carpark’.
Broadford Christian Churches will host the event, aimed at providing a relaxed, festive family carols for all ages.
People are invited to gather in the carpark between St Matthew’s Anglican Church and Gavan Hall, at 72 High Street, Broadford, at 6pm.
Ministers and members of the various Christian congregations in the area will lead the singing of carols, both traditional and contemporary, as well as the telling of the Christmas story as it appears in the Bible.
Father David Kerr, the vicar of the Anglican Parish of Kilmore, said the story of the birth of Jesus was one of great hope and joy, and remained an essential part of why Christmas was time of coming together, giving gifts, sharing fellowship and brightening the lives of those who were doing it tough.
Churches in Broadford, of various denominations, remain committed to providing hospitality, social justice and pastoral care to the community as members of a diverse yet united entity.
The success of the ecumenical All Souls service in October was a motivator for the Broadford Ecumenical Committee to find more ways to provide care and celebration together, with people from all walks of life.
“The carols event will be a great way to reach out to local families,” Fr Kerr said.
“Along with their best singing voices, attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic supper, with either chairs or blankets to sit on, while tea and coffee will be provided from Gavan Hall.”
People are encouraged to bring their family and friends, and are welcome to join in for a fun and spirited evening.
