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Ambrosden: St Mary the Virgin, Ambrosden

Ambrosden: St Mary the Virgin, Ambrosden

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The church is also used as the Garrison chapel. It is partly 12th Century, but more dominantly 14th Century architecture and building, with numerous alterations down through the ages. It has an efficient and unobtrusive heating system, attractive lighting and good carpeting. The church has a fine ring of 8 bells, which are rung by the Bell Ringing team each Sunday before the morning service, as well as at weddings and occasions as required, by agreement.
Ambrosden is one of the 9 churches in the Ray Valley Benefice. The Ministry Team comprises:- The Rector, Revd Charles Masheder, based in Ambrosden, 01869 247813; Revd Richard Marshall, pastoral responsibility for Piddington 01869 243546; Mr Pat Veasey, Licensed Preacher, based in Arncott, 01869 242561; Mrs. Lisa Holmes, Licensed Preacher, based in Ambrosden, 01869 240435; Revd David Wippell, based in Islip, 01865 849497; Revd Anand Raj, based in Charlton, 01865 331124; Revd Andrew Rycraft, 01296 581033;
Mrs. Glenys Edwards, Licensed Lay Minister, based in Oddington, 01865 331233; Mrs. Lynne Lewis, Benefice Administrator, 01869 247813.


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Sunday

Holy Communion
Led by a member of the Ministry Team, this Service is for Communicant members of the Church.
Every first third fourth and fifth Sunday at 10:30 AM for 1 hour
Coffee
Family Service
Led by a member of the Ministry Team, this Service is suitable for all.
Every second Sunday at 10:30 AM for 1 hour
Family Friendly Coffee
The X-tra One
Do you prefer a band to an organ? Do you prefer hymns that are more modern than ancient? The X-tra One could be for you, if you like singing, but prefer a less formal style of Service. After the service, stay for a coffee and a chat, meet new people, or catch up with old friends. Please come and join us at St. Mary's Church, Ambrosden.
Every first Sunday at 6:30 PM for 1 hour
Family Friendly Coffee

Monday

Fellowship Group
Held in the Rectory, at Ambrosden, you can be assured of a warm welcome.
Every first and third Monday at 8:00 PM for 1½ hours
Family Friendly Coffee
Bell Ringing Supports Fairtrade goods Tower Organ Visitor Parking Available
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A Church Near You ID: 5769
Archdeaconry: OXFORD (271)
Deanery: BICESTER & ISLIP (27102)
Benefice: The Ray Valley (27/412AJ)
Parish Legal Name: AMBROSDEN (270029)