This year marks a very special time in the history of Ballyclug Parish Church, Ballymena as the fellowship marks its 175th anniversary.
To celebrate this important milestone, a ‘Festival of Christmas Trees’ will be held in the church from Thursday, 28th November to Sunday, 1st December 2019.
On Thursday, 28th November, there will be a joint Opening Ceremony at 2 pm, conducted by Canon Ruddock and Deputy Mayor Beth Adger MBE.
The Festival will run from 12 noon to 9 pm on Thursday, 28th and Friday, 29th November 2019 and from 12 noon to 6 pm on Saturday, 30th November 2019.
Light refreshments, served in the Marquee, will be available throughout each day. A ‘Festive Tea’, including a selection of scones, served with jam and cream, traditional fruit loaf, traybakes and mince pies, will be served. An additional menu is available for pre-booked groups of 10 or more. Further information may be obtained by contacting Vera at 07515 396369.
Programmes and history booklets are available (costing £1 each). All proceeds are in aid of Church Funds.
The Festival will culminate on Sunday, 1st December with a Morning and Evening Carol Service at 10 am and 6:30 pm, respectively.
For further information, or to make a booking (essential for groups), please contact Jackie Greer at 07710 618196 or william.greer0404@gmail.com.
To discover more about Ballyclug Parish Church and the Anglican Parish of Kilconriola and Ballyclug, visit their website.