Here are some pictures from the signed Christmas carol service at Hope Hall earlier this month.
Jan Smith, Deaf Church Coordinator organised the event which was the first service at Hope Hall since its refurbishment. She said:
“It was lovely to see lots of people at the BSL Carol Service.
“In all our busy Christmas preparations, shopping, present wrapping, visiting it was good to stop and think why we are doing it, what is Christmas all about?
“The Christmas Story was signed by Fiona Tran, Joan Hartley, Jane Marsh, Ann Wells. Carols were signed by Janie, Julie, Ann and me but BEST of all were the children, Zara, Millie, Amber and Ali who signed Away in a Manger and Silent Night, beautifully.
“Rev. Peter Wood from Ely Diocese spoke a blessing on us all. Maybe this Christmas, you too can stop and think about the Baby in a manger?
“God with us, who came to bring hope, peace and light to the World.”
If you would like more information on Cambs Deaf Church visit their website and find out how you can get involved.

10631276_10204500013212974_3094355770708067116_o
Jan Smith signs as Rev. Peter Wood blesses the carol signers!

10835131_10204500008452855_4920197395471386936_o
Fiona Tran tells the Christmas Story to the congregation

10856463_10204500013492981_7371531258788181689_o
Around 50 people attended the service, the first since Hope Hall was refurbished

10608722_10204500013252975_3477163419868851955_o
Hope Hall was decorated and people enjoyed the special atmosphere

10828125_10204500012412954_1173000799959091194_o
Jan Smith signs a song as CDA Chair Janie Prince (in the chair) watches on with her daughter

10845810_10204500012292951_6145612472698983289_o
Zara and Milly sign Silent Night in front of proud parents and a Christmassy crowd

10834984_10204500009412879_6574589189078047678_o
Joan Hartley continues the Christmas Story