FAMILIES enjoyed crafts and religious activities at a messy church session on Canvey.

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The event was held at St Katherine’s Church on Hilton Road on Saturday.

It has held many similar events over the last two months which have proved very popular.

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Reverend Marion Walford said the church has had to increase the amount of sessions due to how popular they are.

She said: “We hold messy church on the first Saturday of the month.

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“We had to extend it to have two sessions as it has become so popular.

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“We had various activities, including arts and crafts, where the children made stars and crowns.

“The children really enjoy the event and get excited for the different activities.

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“I think the arts and crafts were the most popular on the day.”

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The next messy church event will be held on Saturday, March 2.