The King has enjoyed an Advent service in London with a very serious message at its heart.

King Charles attended a special ceremony at Farm Street Church with just a week to go until Christmas.

The service was also a celebration of the strength of faith communities.

Among those in attendance were representatives from Aid to the Church in Need, an NGO that supports people around the world who are persecuted for being Christians.

The King also met members of charitable initiatives supported by the church including those working with the homeless.

King Charles has attended a host of religious celebrations in the run up to Christmas as he continues to show his support for the church.