sunday 8th NOVEMBER – remembrance sunday
8 am Said Eucharist
10.30 am Service of Remembrance
6.30 pm Choral Evensong
This Week
Gift Tree to support Enfield Young Carers: Please help make a difference to Young Carers in Enfield again this Christmas by buying them a gift. The gift tree will be in church from Sunday 15th November. Please take a tag, buy a suitable gift and return it on or before Sunday 29th November in time for their Christmas party when the gifts will be distributed. Gifts should be up to a maximum of £20 and unwrapped in gift bags – art or craft sets or games for up to 4 players are particularly welcome. Many thanks.
The reading and serving rota request for December and January has been emailed to regular volunteers. However, everyone is welcome to be involved in the services so if you are interested in becoming a server, would like to read or intercede please consider joining the rota. Full training will be given, all readings are sent out in advance of services and you are only allocated dates that are convenient to you. There are forms at the back of Church to complete with your availability, and return to the office pigeonhole asap, but no later than Wednesday 18th November. Please feel free to contact any of the Clergy, Churchwardens or Caroline in the office if you would simply like to learn more about what it involves first, without committing yourself. Many thanks.
New Churchwarden. We are incredibly blessed by our dedicated Churchwardens, Graham and Kate, who serve this community faithfully and assist Fr Robert in the oversight of the parish. You may recall that, at the APCM in May, it was announced that Kate is now in her final year as Churchwarden and will be handing on the baton at the next APCM. If you are interested in becoming a Churchwarden, have any questions, or would simply like to have a conversation about the role, please speak to Kate, Graham or Fr Robert. Training and guidance are provided. Is God calling you?
Sunday 8th November at 10.30 am: Service of Remembrance with Laying of Wreaths and 2 minutes’ silence.
Sunday 8th November at 6.30 pm: Choral Evensong. The choir will be singing Canticles in E by Murrill and Ireland’s anthem, Greater love.
Tuesday 10th November at 7.30 pm: Bible Study. . ‘The Rise of the Messiah – Matthew 1.’ We gather at the back of the church. For more information, contact the office.
Wednesday 11th November at 10.45 am: Civic Service of Remembrance at the Broomfield Memorial.
Thursday 12th November at 12.30 pm: Said Eucharist.
Friday 13th November 10 am till 12 noon: Coffee and chat in church.
further ahead
Tuesday 17th November at 7 pm: Said Eucharist with Anointing and Laying on of Hands for Healing.
Tuesday 17th November at 8pm: PCC meeting in church.
Wednesday 18th November: Copy is required for the December/January edition of the Spire. Please email Freya or Imogen with your articles or any queries.
Wednesday 18th November at 8.30 pm: Christ Church Association AGM in Reception Room, Church House. All members and non-members are welcome. Voting by members only. Nominations for committee members and questions to be raised in AOB should be emailed to the Hon. Secretary prior to the meeting christchurchassociation@gmail.com. Copies of the minutes of the AGM held on 3rd December 2025 are available by contacting the Hon. Secretary.
Friday 20th November. CCA Friday Foodie Chinese Snacks evening will be held in the bar. There will be a nominal charge to cover the cost of the food.
Sunday 22nd November at 10 am: Feast of Christ the King, Patronal Festival Eucharist with guest preacher, Canon Dr Paula Gooder. As it’s a celebration of our great community, it will be great to see a full church so please encourage all your friends and family to join you. There will be a drinks reception afterwards to celebrate Christ Church Southgate and all are very welcome to stay and join in.
Sunday 22nd November at 6.30pm: Patronal Festival concert. For their much-loved annual Patronal Festival Concert, the Choir of Christ Church Southgate, directed by William Waine, and the professional Bach Sinfonia, led by Liz Partridge, present one of the most powerful and enduring works in the choral repertoire – Mozart’s Requiem. Written in the final year of Mozart’s life, the Requiem is a work of extraordinary intensity, drama and beauty. Its magnificent orchestral writing, unforgettable choral passages and deeply human expression have made it one of Mozart’s most beloved works.
We are grateful to the supporters who make this concert possible each year, and are once again inviting you to contribute directly to the performance of our musicians. Supporters enjoy a range of benefits including a number of free tickets to the performance and complimentary refreshments on the evening. £1000 will sponsor the orchestral strings, woodwind or bras
£500 will sponsor the Conductor, or contribute towards the orchestral strings, woodwind or brass
£200 will sponsor an individual orchestral player
£100 will sponsor one of our own choir’s soloists
£50 will name you as a Concert Friend
For more information, please speak to William Waine or email him at music@christchurch-southgate.org
Regular tickets are on sale now at https://wegottickets.com/f/28920
Compline and Advent Address On Wednesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd December at 7 pm, we shall have the office of Night Prayer, or Compline, in the Lady Chapel, with an Advent Address. The service will last around 30 minutes and will include a time of silent prayer and meditation accompanied by a piece of music. If you have any questions, please speak to the Vicar.
Saturday 23rd January 2027: Pilgrimage to St Paul’s Cathedral. Father Robert has arranged an opportunity to have an hour’s guided pilgrimage around our Mother Church, St Paul’s Cathedral In the afternoon. This would be followed by refreshments in the Crypt Cafe and conclude with Choral Evensong. This date is close to the Feast of the Conversion of St Paul, the Cathedral’s patronal feast. If you would like to attend, do sign up on the sheet at the back of church.
Sunday 24th January 2027: Parish Confirmation. Our annual Parish Confirmation will take place on Sunday 24th January, when the Bishop of Edmonton will be with us to confirm candidates. If you are thinking about being confirmed, we would be delighted to hear from you. The minimum age for candidates is 9 years old (Year 5), and there is no upper age limit! Confirmation is a wonderful step in the Christian life at any age. Age appropriate Confirmation preparation will be offered for all candidates throughout November and January, helping everyone to explore the Christian faith and prepare for this important occasion. If you are interested in being confirmed, or would simply like to find out more, please speak to the Vicar.
Every Sunday at 10 am Eucharist: Children’s Corner led by Erin. Explore wonderful Bible stories, learn more about God’s love, enjoy games and activities, get creative, and discover how we can show kindness, compassion and faith in our everyday lives.
For Whom the Bell Tolls. For centuries, churches throughout the world have called the faithful to prayer. Here at Christ Church, we would love volunteers willing to be trained to ring the Angelus Bell prior to the 10 am Sung Eucharist, 6.30 pm Evensong, and any special services throughout the year. This would not require accessing the tower as the bell can be rung at the entrance to the church (just like Father Robert did at his installation). If you are interested in being trained, please speak with Father Robert or Graham.
Informal Fellowship Lunch. Everyone is very welcome to stay after the lunchtime Said Eucharist on Thursdays to join in a ‘bring your own picnic’ lunch in church.
Community Connections Group. In collaboration with A Seaward and Sons Funeral Directors, we are pleased to offer an additional coffee morning on the last Monday of each month from between 11 am and 1 pm. Come along for coffee, cake and conversation, and an opportunity to meet informally together as a community. The group is particularly aimed at those who have experienced bereavement, but everyone is welcome.
Pastoral Care Group. The pastoral care group meets the needs and serves those who would benefit from additional support. Contact: Jackie Anderson or Hilary Meur.
Nepal Flood appeal. The recent appeal raised £200 which has been sent to Christian Aid to support their emergency response following the catastrophic floods in Nepal. Thank you for all your generous donations
Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice. The quiz night and other donations over the weekend raised a total of £1,400. This has been sent to Noah’s Ark where it will be match funded as part of their From That Moment Appeal. Thank you to everyone who contributed towards making the quiz night such a fun and successful evening and for helping us raise this fantastic sum.
Food Bank Collection. We are always happy to collect non-perishable food and other items for a local foodbank for which they are very grateful. The collection point is just inside the door at the back of church to the left. At present they are in need of: tinned fish/meat, cooking oil, tinned tomatoes, cereal, jam, honey, tea, sugar, rice, spaghetti, shower gel, shampoo and nappies.
Giving to Christ Church: Thank you! We would like to thank everyone who responded positively to the stewardship campaign, it really is much appreciated. If you give regularly, or you are planning to start giving regularly, please can we encourage you to sign up to The Parish Giving Scheme.
On paper – use a form available at the back of church; by phone – call 0333 002 1271 and quote our parish code 230623352; online – use the following link https://www.parishgiving.org.uk/donors/find-your-parish/southgate-christ-church-london/ or scan the QR code below on your smartphone or tablet.
The Weld Car Park. The Trustees of Walker Ground have advised us that the car park will remain closed for the foreseeable due to the problem of anti-social behaviour and until they can decide a way forward. The Parish Centre car park is still available as usual for all services.