CONSIDER YOURSELF! A CHRISTMAS KINDNESS
18th December, a Christmas date!
St Brelade’s Church throws open the doors of the church hall, to welcome all who would like a refreshing break in the lead up to Christmas, with morning coffee, soup lunch and afternoon teas. A warm welcome awaits!
In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season it is easy to feel lonely, stressed, isolated, but not this year! The invitation is to a day of kindness and companionship, a drop-in day of friendly fellowship, rejuvenation, and a time to de-stress! St Brelade’s Church Hall is a place to unwind, find conversation and chat and be listened to. Open to all. A time to recharge.
In the corner of St Brelade’s Bay opposite St Brelade’s Church, the Church Hall will be open as a drop-in day for all who would like a time of friendly fellowship during Christmas week.
Wednesday 18th December from 11am to 4pm
Indulge in a welcoming calm designed for companionship, to melt away stress and bring peace of mind. Our team of fellowship creators will listen and chat with you, including providing:
Morning Coffee and Afternoon Tea, mince pies, and nibbles
Lunch Time with a range of soups and fresh baked rolls
🍵 Herbal Tea Tasting: Sip on a selection of aromatic herbal teas known for their calming properties.
Whether seeking a moment of tranquillity amidst the chaos or simply want someone to listen or talk with during the festive season, our **Consider Yourself** de-stress drop-in day is the perfect opportunity to unwind and recharge.
“We understand that the holiday season can be a difficult time for many people, especially those who are feeling lonely or isolated,” said Brian Clarke, one of the Readers at St Brelade’s, “This event provides a welcoming and supportive environment, just be kind to yourself and chill. Or be even kinder by bringing a friend to share a relaxing pause from busyness. The drop-in day provides an opportunity for people to come together and enjoy each other’s company during the holiday season. There will be plenty of seasonal warmth, music and refreshments.”
The event is free and open to the public. No registration is required.
🌟 Date: Wednesday 18th December
🌟 Time: 11am until 4pm
🌟 Venue: St Brelade’s Church Hall (free parking)
This is a chance to prioritize your well-being. Mark your calendar and join us for time of calmness, friendly welcome and self-care.
We can’t wait to help you find your smile this holiday season!
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*CONSIDER YOURSELF* Follows from successful drop-in days held in Christmas Week 2022 and 2023 at St Brelade’s Church Hall and builds on that experience by this year by offering companionship in a convivial atmosphere, in particular seeking to alleviate loneliness and stress at a time when all around there is the seasonal message of ‘It’s a time to be jolly’.
Founded by Brian Clarke, the creator of the Kindness Festival, the first Drop-In day was in 2022 during Christmas week to offer a time to De-Stress. The idea emerged from the ‘open to all’ monthly Tea & Chat afternoon that has now been running for a couple of years as a welcoming drop-in at 3pm on the first Wednesday each month using the Brelade’s Church Hall.
Experience from the 2022 de-stress day identified that the need in Christmas Week was less about stress busting and more enjoying fellowship, hence the day this year the focus is ‘Consider Yourself’. In other words, be kind to yourself. And in 2023 we amended the layout in the Hall to give café style seating at small tables that can facilitate talking and listening. This year we are repeating the pattern and building on the open welcome to all. There will be people there specifically to welcome and to listen, And we anticipate a festive, feel-good atmosphere.
For more information:
Brian Clarke
Mobile 07700777879
Email [email protected]
