The parish church of All Saints Gosforth is dazzling the community with a unique and heartwarming display of recycled art this Advent.
Inspired by last year’s successful Angel Festival, their All Together team, which is tasked with encouraging worship with young people, invited members of the church, local uniformed groups, nearby schools, and community members to craft stars and other heavenly bodies from recycled materials.
The result is a spectacle of creativity and community spirit. A diverse range of star designs and planets, each with its own story, now adorns the church nave.
The stars were illuminated for the first time during the Advent carol service on December 1st, captivating all those who attended. Their Director of Music, John Lewis, arranged a special song complete with custom lighting for the event. You can view the special event on YouTube.
All Saints Gosforth invites everyone to come and witness the magic of these stars through to Epiphany. Regular Sunday services are held at 8 AM, 9:30 AM, and 6:30 PM. Additionally, there are four special services on Christmas Eve: a unique Crib service at 2:00 PM, Carol Services at 4 PM and 6:30 PM, and a Midnight Euchrist at 11:30 PM. More information at www.allsaints-gosforth.org.uk.
As the church community gathers under the glow of these recycled stars, it serves as a reminder of the power of creativity, community, and the spirit of the season.
Image credit: Rev Dr Miriam Jones