Across the Diocese of Guildford many churches are hosting Light Parties to celebrate the love, hope and light of Jesus during the Halloween season.
Did you know that Halloween isn’t all about dressing up in scary fancy dress outfits and going trick or treating? The day after Halloween, or All Hallows Eve, is the lesser spoken about celebration of All Saints Day on 1 November.
It’s a day to remember the saints and allow the memory of their faith to encourage and inspire us to worship Jesus. There’s lots of good things to celebrate instead of Halloween. Find a Light Party from the list below and get inspired to celebrate the love and light of Jesus this Halloween!
Camberley | Virginia Water | Goldsworth Park | Guildford | Normandy | Alfold & Loxwood | Tilford
St Paul's Church, Camberley invites children to their Light Party and Silent Disco
With snacks, drinks and a tuck shop to buy sweet treats, there will also be a toddler zone with toys and soft play for children aged 0-3.
Event details:
For children ages 0-11.
In the Church Building, GU15 2AD
Tuesday 31 October, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Cost of the event is £3. Any questions, contact bethany.larby@stpaulscamb.co.uk.
Christ Church Virginia Water welcomes children of all ages to their Light Party
Crafts, games, donuts, toys for preschoolers and much more!
Event details:
For children of all ages. Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer.
Virginia Water Community Centre, 3 Beechmont Ave, Virginia Water, GU25 4EY
Tuesday 31 October, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
For more information email: jeremy@cc-vw.org (no need to sign up)
St Andrews Church is hosting a free Light Party and inviting children to bring their parents, guardians and any older or younger siblings to celebrate
Event details:
For primary school aged children, 4-10 years old.
Andy’s Cafe, St Andrews Church, Goldsworth Park, GU21 3LG
Tuesday 31 October, 4:00pm- 6:00pm
Please book your place for this free event (donations welcome)
St Saviour’s Light Party in Guildford is heroes-themed
A super fun evening filled with lots of food, music, drama, crafts, facepaints and games! Plus a parents/guardians cafe area to sit, grab a drink, and get to know other parents.
Event details:
Primary school-aged children - accompanied by a parent/guardian.
St Saviour’s, Guildford
Tuesday 31 October at 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Please use the sign-up form to book your place.
St Marks Church, Wyke invites you to their Pumpkin Heroes Light Party
Come dressed as your favourite superhero for Bible-based activities, crafts, stories and games.
Event details:
At St Mark's Church, Guildford Road, Normany, GU3 2DA
Tuesday 31st October, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Adults to accompany children.
Please contact Jo with any questions.
Alfold & Loxwood is hosting a Lego-themed Light Party
Join in with games, crafts and enjoy hot dogs and refreshments for adults too.
Events details:
For children aged 4-11 years old.
St John the Baptist Loxwood
Tuesday 31 October, 5:00pm-7:00pm
Join All Saints Tilford as they celebrate their namesake and the light, love and hope that All Saints Day represents
Events details:
Inviting all 3 to 8-year-olds to All Saints Church, Tilford
Wednesday 1 November, 4:30pm-6:00pm
Please register by Sunday 29th October. Email Becca to book your place.
Wherever you end up celebrating the light of God this Halloween season we hope that you are encouraged to remember that we are all loved by the God of light and love.
‘The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.’ John 1:5