Christ Church Lille to miss 2026 Braderie due to fire damage

Christ Church Lille will be absent from the 2026 Braderie de Lille for the first time in many years. The church, which typically uses the event as its primary annual fundraiser, is unable to host its familiar stall or open its doors to visitors.

The absence is due to a fire that damaged the historic church building in April. While the building remains closed for ongoing repairs, the congregation continues to hold services and community activities from a temporary location. The church has established an online giving platform to support its fire recovery fund.