St Mary the Virgin, Norton
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St. Mary's is a community of faith, hope and love, seeking God’s Kingdom;
making connections with God, one another, local people and the wider world.
St. Mary's was founded in c1020 and has been a site of Christian Worship for 1,000 years. If you are thinking of visiting our church for the first time, please know that you are very welcome to attend any of our services.
Never been to a church before? Don't worry, just join us! During the service we often use set words, which you can follow on the sheet you will receive from our friendly sidesmen at the entrance. You will soon find out that the bold text on the sheets is for all the people to say together, and the rest is for the minister to say.
Most services include some songs, a sermon, some time for prayer, and a celebration of the Eucharist. At one point during the celebration of the Eucharist people may walk to the front of the church to receive some bread and wine, or to receive a short prayer of blessing. You are invited to join them if you feel drawn to know more about Jesus. But you don't have to, it's fine to just stay seated if you prefer to do so!
Anyway, do come and join us some time soon, and stay around for a cup of tea/coffee afterwards.
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Revd. Dr. Norman Shave
Tel: (01642) 558888 (Vicar)
- Regular Services
Sunday
This service occurs on each Sunday EXCEPT the first Sunday of the month, and is said Holy Communion
Every second third fourth and fifth Sunday at 8:00 AM for ¾ hour
This service is held on the first Sunday of the month only, and is basically said communion with hymns.
Every first Sunday at 9:00 AM for 1 hour
This group is for children aged 2.5 - 5 (Reception age) and takes place during the 10:30am Sunday Service. The leaders meet the children in the creche area just before the start of the service and escort the children into the Vestry where they stay for about 45mins of bible stories, songs, crafts and fun before returning to the creche area during the Peace.
Every second third fourth fifth and last Sunday at 10:30 AM for ¾ hour
On the 1st Sunday of each month, at 10:30am, St Mary's invites you to an informal, lively and contemporary family service called One For All. This service is proving to be particularly popular among families with young children.
Every first Sunday at 10:30 AM for 1 hour
This group, for Yrs 1-5, meets from 10:30am in the Forge meeting room next door to the Parish Hall, for about 45 mins of Bible stories, crafts and fun activities before joining the congregation in church for the later part of the main service.
Every second third fourth and fifth Sunday at 10:30 AM for ¾ hour
This group, for Yrs 6-9, meets from 10:30am in the Parish Hall for about 45 mins of games, discussion and Bible focus before joining the congregation in church for the later part of the service. Run by our Youth Worker.
Every second third fourth and fifth Sunday at 10:30 AM for ¾ hour
This is our main Sunday service
Every second third fourth and fifth Sunday at 10:30 AM for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Evening Prayer, occasionally held at the Methodist Church or shared with the Methodists
Every first second third and fourth Sunday at 6:00 PM for ¾ hour
Choral evensong using the 1662 Prayer Book.
This service is only held on the fifth Sunday of the month every fifth Sunday at 6:00 PM for ¾ hour
Tuesday
A monthly informal service in church for babies, toddlers and preschool children and their parents/carers with songs, crafts, games and a bible story and juice and biscuits. Every second Tuesday of the month.
Every second Tuesday at 1:30 PM for 1½ hours
Thursday
A quiet and intimate service
Every Thursday at 10:00 AM for ¾ hour
Friday
Children's Club for Primary School children Yr 1-6, in the Parish Hall, Norton Green - run by our Youth Worker. Bible themed fun, games, competitions. Subs 50p. Every Friday (term time only).
Term time only every Friday at 5:30 PM for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Youth Club at Norton Education Centre, for young people Yr 7-11. Tuck shop, events, discussion, trips out. Subs 50p. Every Friday (term time only).
Term time only every Friday at 7:15 PM for 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Current Editor: Eric Collins
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