About this Event
Join us at the HW4P Solidarity Xmas market event at Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church! This is an In-person event and will feature stalls selling Palestinian crafts and snacks, with a special mini-concert/ carol singing!
Give gifts with meaning this Christmas and choose from our curated selection of authentic Palestinian goods at our cosy Xmas market, tucked away in the heart of Bloomsbury and get your shopping done early!
Browse our wide selection of ceramics, tatreez, olive oil and more whilst you sip a hot drink, enjoy tastysnacks and connect with friendly facesin this historic church before finishing the evening with Palestinian Carols where audience participation is encouraged!
Bring your solidarity into this festive season by celebrating culture and art, supporting small businesses over corporations and keeping the heart of this community beating!
We are honoured to have Revd Dr Simon Woodman, PhD, as our co-host.
Revd Dr Simon Woodman, PhD.
Revd Dr Simon Woodman is the Minister of Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church and the Baptist Chaplain at King's College London. He champions radical values and inclusivity while collaborating and engaging widely to bring about transformation. He has remained steadfast in advocating for the rights of Palestinians living under occupation. His research interests include Christian Apocalypticism.
THE PERFORMERS
Juliana El Hayek
Juliana El Hayek serves as the choir director at the Maronite Church in London, where her profound passion for both music and faith beautifully converge. With a deep reverence for the ancient Maronite liturgical traditions, she guides and inspires a diverse group of singers to create harmonious and prayerful music that resonates with the soul. Her work brings to life the rich tapestry of Maronite sacred melodies passed down through generations, echoing the divine in every note. Juliana also imparts the timeless art of ‘maqamat’ and the theory of Arabic music, unlocking the deep connection between melody and memory.
maronitechurch.org.uk; Instagram:@aounjuliana
Alex
Pianist
The stall vendors include :
- SEP
- Clare - for Palstinian handmade jewellery
- Rasha's mom
- Scilla
Why Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church?
'Bloomsbury' has a rich and varied history.
It has been in the heart of London since 1848 and known for its role in the civil rights movement and other human rights and justice issues.
This was where Dr Martin Luther King preached in London for the first time on 29th October 1961.
Thus, whilst we are looking at the Palestinian Christians' experience, this is an event that is open for all and relevant to everyone, in this very inclusive, historical, safe and welcoming space.
Please consider to also donate to the 'Bloomsbury' (as it is affectionately called)
Agenda
🕑: 04:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Xmas market
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Highlight: Mini-concert/ carol-singing/ blessings by Revd Dr Simon Woodman
Event venue & nearby stays
Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church, 235 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, United Kingdom
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