St Machar Cathedral to host celebration of Christmas with carol events

St Machar Cathedral is to host their own celebration of all things Christmas with their carol events over the next two days.

First up is there Christingle Service at 6pm on Christmas eve which is designed specifically for children and families. 

Its a blend of the Christmas story along with craft activities for the kids - the cathedral recommends arriving 20 minutes before its 6pm start time. 

Later in the evening, the cathedral will host its watchnight service with it following the traditional methods of lessons and carols with their choir. 

It will begin at 11pm as St Machar will be decorated with festive items with its main source of light being candles. 

They will also host their annual Christmas Day celebration as a communion service at 11am. 

Reverend Sarah Brown said: "This year more than ever we need a reminder we do not live this life alone but in community. 

"In church we seek to learn how to be that community of love as we journey the unknowns that make up a life of faith. 

"We are glad to offer our place for all to come and be together in a service, or find some solace in our beautiful cathedral." 

All services are open to all who wish to attend.