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.
25. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church
Proud parents in the congregation. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-54) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
26. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church
School choir. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-52) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
27. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church
School choir member. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-51) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
28. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church
School choir. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-50) Photo: Chris Moorhouse