The annual carol service returned at St Mary's Church, Fratton Road, with appearances from Pompey manager John Mousinho, New Theatre Royal panto stars and Pompey mascot Nelson.
See our gallery of the festive occasion.
21. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton
Rev Canon Bob White tells the story of the meaning of Christmas. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-61) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
22. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton
School choir. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-57) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
23. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton
Portsmouth FC manager John Mousinho reads a lesson. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-56) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
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Proud parents in the congregation. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-55) Photo: Chris Moorhouse