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.
5. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton
Pompey mascot Nelson with young fans. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-80) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
6. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton
Portsmouth FC manager John Mousinho and fans. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-77) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
7. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton
Portsmouth FC manager John Mousinho and Benjaminn Mountford, 6. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-79) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
8. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton
In the congregation. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-75) Photo: Chris Moorhouse