24 May, 2020 There are so many images of the Ascension of the Lord, many of them on a grand scale. This beautifully delicate embroidery from the Dominican Convent in Stone, Staffordshire gives a very personal and intimate insight into this event. Follow the service on this page by clicking the + or – buttons […]

Welcome to this service celebrating the ascension of the Lord. The service uses the traditional order and the singers have enjoyed recording the beautiful chants that are sung only at this time of the liturgical year. There are many wonderful images of the Ascension, including this one from our own reredos at St Mary Magalene’s […]

May 17, 2020 Our churches are open again, even if for a small number of people and limited services. Here, a photo of the group meeting on Thursday for a devotional service and midday prayer. Our readings, reflections and prayers remind us today that we are not orphaned and alone. We welcome you to follow […]

May 10, 2020 Rob and Beth welcome us to church on this lovely Mothers’ Day. The ringing of the bell calls us to worship and gives us a sign of hope. Follow the service on this page by using the + and – signs to open and close the sections, or you may like to […]

Sunday 3 May It’s getting cold and here is John in the woolly scarf he knitted to keep out the chills, welcoming you at the door. Follow the service on this page by clicking the +and – signs to open the sections of text, or click on the link below for a PDF of the […]

Sunday 26 April 2020 As we walk past St Mary Magdalene’s war memorial shrine on our way into church this morning, we pause to pray. God of the nations, whose sovereign rule brings justice and peace, have mercy on our broken and divided world. Shed abroad your peace in the hearts of all and banish […]

Sunday 19 April 2020 Hear the bell ringing to welcome you to church on this second Sunday of Easter. We invite you to follow the service on this page by using the + and – buttons to open and close the sections of text. Alternatively you may prefer to download the order of service at […]

Many of us are usually gathering at the church by 5.30am for the excitement of the fire in the driveway, the joy of warming up voices with singing, and the glorious liturgy. By the time we celebrate the Eucharist the sun is up and beaming through the windows. We hope you enjoy some memories of […]

According to the Church’s ancient tradition, the sacraments are not celebrated today or tomorrow. This celebration consists of three parts: the Liturgy of the Word; the Adoration of the Holy Cross; and Holy Communion. You can follow the celebration on this page, using the + and – signs to open the sections. Or alternatively you […]

The Stations of the Cross are a 14-step devotion that commemorates Jesus’s last day on earth, beginning with the condemnation before Pontius Pilate. The stations are commonly used as a pilgrimage as the individual moves from station to station. At each station, we recall and meditate on a specific event from Christ’s last day. Specific prayers are […]