Expressions of Interest: 2026 Christmas Services
Christmas is one of the most significant seasons in the life of our church. Each year we have the privilege of welcoming many visitors, sharing the good news of Jesus, and gathering as a church family in worship and celebration.
We're seeking expressions of interest from parishioners (maybe even some helpers from some other Anglican churches!) who would like to serve as part of our Christmas services and events team. Whether you'd like to sing, play music, welcome guests, read the Bible, help with hospitality, or assist in other ways, we'd love to hear from you.
Carols in the Park (new idea - seeking a team from Darwin Anglican Churches)
Saturday 5 December, 7.00pm
In front of Christ Church Cathedral and Civic Park
A community carols event featuring Christmas music, singing, Scripture readings, and an opportunity to welcome our wider community.
We're looking for (people with an NT Anglican safe ministry clearance):
Singers
Musicians
Ushers and welcomers
Bible readers
AV/tech people
Carols by Candlelight
Wednesday 16 December, 7.00pm
Christ Church Cathedral
A traditional Festival of Lessons and Carols featuring choir, brass ensemble, Scripture readings, and congregational carol singing.
We're looking for:
Choir members
Welcomers
Supper team volunteers
Bible readers
Family Christmas Service
Christmas Eve, 5:30pm
A family-focused celebration of the Christmas story, suitable for all ages.
We're looking for:
Musicians
Skit and drama actors
Welcomers
Bible readers
Prayer leader
Midnight Service
Christmas Eve, 11.00pm
Traditional Holy Communion Service
A prayer book service celebrating the birth of Christ as Christmas Day begins.
We're looking for volunteers for our regular service roles, including:
Welcoming and ushering
Bible reading
Liturgical assistant and choir
Prayer leader
Other regular rostered ministry roles
Christmas Day Services
8.00am and 9.30am
Help us welcome worshippers on Christmas morning.
We're looking for volunteers for our regular service ministries, including:
Welcomers and ushers
Bible readers
Service leaders
Prayer leader
Other rostered ministry roles
Interested in Serving?
If you would like to be involved in any of these events or services, please contact the Cathedral office or speak with the Dean. Let us know which event(s) interest you and how you would like to serve.
Serving at Christmas is a wonderful opportunity to help our church welcome visitors, proclaim the good news of Jesus, and celebrate together the birth of our Saviour.
The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth