RELIGIOUS groups which promote the reading of Christian texts hosted a stall to spread the Christmas message.

Good News for Everyone and Andover Churches Together on December 21 and 22 had their usual stand at the Chantry Centre.

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Andover Advertiser: Good News for Everyone and Andover Churches Together hosted a stall to spread the Christmas messageOver both days, New Testaments, including many in other languages, Hope magazines, along with Christmas comics for the children, and other literature, were handed out to pass on the message of Christmas.

Volunteers were treated to a visit from the Mayor of Test Valley, Cllr Philip Lashbrook, who supported the organisations’ efforts.

A spokesperson said: “On this second Christmas here we appreciate again so much the welcome of the Chantry Centre, and wished everyone we met a very happy Christmas.”