We are excited about things that will be going on in our church on February 24th, as we mark the first year of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Perhaps the highlight will be worshipping with a link to Ukraine and the vigil, but come for as much as you can!
It will be a great opportunity to invite friends, family and neighbours.
The details are below. Perhaps the highlight will be worshipping with a link to Ukraine and the vigil, but come for as much as you can!
12.30 – 13.30: Food Glorious Food! (suggested £5 donation)
We will share in some traditional Ukrainian cuisine.
13.30 – 15.00 Angels Workshop (suggested £5 donation)
We will learn how to make Ukrainian angels that will be sent to soldiers on the frontline. Come and learn!
10.00 – 11.30: Knitting Hearts
Chicks with Sticks will help us learn to knit, and help us knit hearts and other things to go to Ukraine.
11.45 – 12.30: Vigil and Joint Church service
As we join with a church in Ukraine, this will include '12 minutes of silence at 12' to mark the year of war.
15.00 – 16.00: Afternoon Tea and Donations (suggested £5 donation)
A cup of tea and a piece of cake as we open to receive donations for Aid for Ukraine.
16.00 – 17.00: So, Here We Are
Conversations with a Ukrainian now living in Maidenhead and others then reflecting on ‘Aid for Ukraine’, a year of Aid.
17.00 – 17.40: Spivochi
Ukrainian choir Spivochi will sing, dance and read poems to bring our day to a close.