CHURCH, but not as you know it!!
What is Messy Church?
Messy Church is held at St. Andrew Blackadder once a month on a Sunday afternoon from 4-6pm. It’s a form of church for children and adults and an opportunity to have fun together through creativity, activity, and celebration.
It’s relaxed, family fun and above all – MESSY!!
Messy Church is all-age event, families are encouraged to come together, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Those without children are very welcome too!
What happens at Messy Church?
Messy Church is two hours long. The first hour is spent doing crafts and activities together, based on a Christian theme. This is followed by a Celebration Time in the Church and then we share a meal together in the hall.
There is no cost, but donations are accepted. Free-from meal options are always available.
Special Invitation to all Messy Church Families.
Each year all our church congregations, including Messy church, are invited to our church weekend, and if you can't make the whole weekend, then you are welcome to come on either the Saturday or Sunday.
We really look forward to seeing you
We are very excited to be using the Jesus Storybook Bible, written by Sally Lloyd Jones.( where every story whispers the name of Jesus).
If you would like to know more, you can watch the actor David Suchet, of Poirot fame, talking about this book.
https://youtu.be/I27G0BS7x9I
Our Messy church will be on the following dates in 2025-2026. Please make a note of these and we look forward to seeing you.
September 6th How to pray
October 4th A little girl and a poor frail lady
November 1st Captain of the storm
December 6th The King of all Kings
February 7th Son of laughter
March 7th Washed with tears
April 4th Going home
May 9th Treasure Hunt
Alison Singleton leads Messy Church and would be delighted to hear from you if you have any questions. Please email her through our Messy Church address: messychurch@standrewblackadder.org.uk
We are always looking for new volunteers, so let us know if you’d like to help!