Community & Business
12 December, 2025
Reaching out for Christmas
AN open invitation to attend a non-denominational Christmas service is being offered in Atherton to anyone who may be grieving or finding the festive season a challenge.

The Christmas Service of Reflection “is to help those who have lost loved ones and who find the Christmas period confronting, irrespective of their religious beliefs”, Anglican parish Rev Christine Grimwade said.
“We welcome all who are experiencing grief and loss to join us for the service. All who are finding themselves facing financial challenges or separation with family by distance.
“This is a chance to take time from the bustle of Christmas preparations and spare a moment in quiet contemplation honouring that hardship.”
The service will be held on Tuesday, 16 December, at 7pm at St Mary’s Anglican Church, Vernon St, Atherton, at 7pm.