St. Mary the Virgin, Datchet

St. Mary the Virgin, Datchet

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St Mary's is the Anglican Parish Church
serving the Village of Datchet.
It is part of the benefice of Colnbrook & Datchet.

'Our Vision' going forward fully supports 'Bishop John's Vision'
of "Living Faith For The Future".
To keep informed and view the updates as they happen, 'click'
on 'Pages & Links'in the right hand column of this Website.

Our Worship includes both traditional liturgies and more
informal services.

There is a strong musical tradition and the Church extends a
warm welcome to Worshippers & Visitors from all backgrounds.

Children are welcomed to the main Sunday services.
We also have a Creche and a Sunday School.

The Church is open to Visitors at all times possible during
daylight hours.
Normally the Church would be locked again at
4.00pm -4.30pm unless an evening Service or Activity is
planned.

VICAR: Revd. Peter Wyard.
CURATE: Revd. Martin Davies.
CHURCH WARDENS: Helen Jensen & David Kenley.
TREASURER: Ron Piggott.
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR: Fiona Norton.
ORGANIST & CHOIRMASTER: Andrew Piggott.
YOUTH WORKER: Ian Hart

All enquiries re Weddings, Baptisms & Funerals should go to
the Parish Office on 01753 580467. The Office is open
Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9.15am to 2.15pm.

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Rev. Peter Wyard (Vicar)
The Parish Office,
The Vicarage,
London Road,
Datchet,
Berkshire SL3 9JW
Tel: 01753 580467
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"Living Faith" at St Paul's Church Slough
As part of Burnham & Slough Deanery's 'Living Faith Week' this is an opportunity for church members to get the week under way with prayer and inspiration from guest speaker: Bishop Alan Wilson, Bishop of Buckingham. (St Paul's Church is in Stoke Road Slough) All are 'very' welcome !
Sunday 19th September 2010 at 6:30 PM for 1 hour
Harvest Festival - "Back To Church Sunday"
Come and join us for Harvest Festival at St. Mary's. Not only will we feature 'Back To Church Sunday' at 09.30am Morning Service but a Harvest Lunch is also planned. Look out for more details or call the Parish Office for additional information on 01753-580467.
Sunday 26th September 2010 at 9:30 AM for 1 hour
"Living Faith Week" 20-26th September
Churches throughout the Burnham & Slough Deanery are participating in 'Living Faith Week' from 20th-26th September. There are various events of interest in several Parishes and participation is welcomed. For further details visit the Deanery Web Site on www.burnhamandsloughdeanery.org.uk
Sunday 26th September 2010 at 11:59 PM
St Mary's Parish "Away Day"
We are once again having an our annual St Mary's Church 'Away Day'. This year it will be on Saturday 16th October at the beautiful Chiltern setting of the Sue Ryder Hospice in Nettlebed, Oxfordshire. The event will run from 10.00am to 3.30pm and the theme of the day will be "Sharing Our Gifts". There will be various activities and Speakers to facilitate on the day and a time for worship together. Tea & Coffee will be provided, but bring a Packed Lunch for break time. Got Children ? No Problem !!! Bring them along as a Creche will be provided. There's a sign up sheet at the back of Church or you can phone or email the Parish Office to reserve your places. Every Parishioner is welcome, the more the merrier. Car sharing will be available for those needing a lift there an back on the day.
Saturday 16th October 2010 at 10:00 AM for 330 minutes
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Sunday

Holy Communion
Said 'Communion Service'(BCP) Held on 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month. Said 'Matins'. Held on 2nd, 4th & 5th Sundays of each month.
Every first and third Sunday at 8:00 AM for ½ hour
Book of Common Prayer
Creche
There is a Creche facility available for Children of 0-3 years. This is at the Vicarage (adjacent to the Church) during each main Sunday Service (excluding Family Service). The Children are returned to Church for Communion & Blessing. For further information contact The Vicarage on 01753 580467.
Three Sundays Per Month every Sunday at 9:30 AM for 1 hour
Parish Communion
Sunday morning worship is at 9.30am on the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays of each month and includes communion, a sermon, congregational singing and choral music. On the 3rd Sunday of most months at 09.30am there is normally a special Family Service without communion. 'Family Communion with Baptisms' is held on the 1st Sunday of every Month at the 0930 Service.
Every first second fourth and fifth Sunday at 9:30 AM for 1 hour
Family Friendly creche Sunday School Coffee
Sunday School
We meet every Sunday (except when there is a Family Service) in the Church Room in Term Time and half term holidays. Children from ages 3 to 12 years are welcome. For more details contact Sally Nicholls on 01753 542983.
Every first second fourth and fifth Sunday at 9:30 AM for 40 minutes
Family Service
Once a month the normal morning service is replaced with a more informal Themed Family Service, supported by The Choir and The Datchet St Mary's Music Group. This takes place on the 3rd Sunday of each month.
Every third Sunday at 9:30 AM for 1 hour
Family Friendly Coffee
Joint Sung Eucharist
"Joint Sung Eucharist" will be celebrated at 9.30am on the 4th Sunday of each month with our sister Church of St Thomas' Colnbrook. Normally January, May, July & October will be at Colnbrook. All other months will be at Datchet. (Transport is available to get to either Parish for these Services.)
Every fourth Sunday at 9:30 AM for 1 hour
Family Friendly Sunday School Coffee
Lunch Clubs
Lunch Club Meetings take place usually once a month on a Sunday. Members of the Church sign up to 'Host' a meal for other members in their home. The Lunches can be as elaborate or as simple as you choose. A 'one pot' meal is perfectly acceptable for example and all proceeds raise much needed money for Church funds. There is a sheet to sign up at the back of church if you wish to attend (or Host). Everyone agrees that they are good fun ! WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS TO HOST LUNCH CLUBS. IF YOU FEEL YOU MAY BE INTERESTED TO HOST, OR EVEN CO-HOST A LUNCH PLEASE DO GIVE ALYSON EDWARDS A CALL TO FIND OUT WHAT'S INVOLVED. 01753-549574. (edwards@datchet73.freeserve.co.uk)
Once Monthly Sunday at 1:00 PM for 2 hours
Youth Club (14 to 18 Year Olds)
This is a group designed for young people aged from 14 to 18 years. (School Years 10 to 13). They meet every Sunday during Term Time from 6.30pm to 8.00pm. For further details contact our Youth Worker, Ian Hart on 07940 975518 or email him on datchetyouthpartnership@hotmail.com
Every Sunday at 6:30 PM for 1½ hours
Evening Worship
Evening Worship on the 2nd Sunday of each month will take the form of a meditative Taize-Iona style service or a Healing Service or one of our 'God In The Life Of.......' services.(We have had and continue to have, a variety of interesting speakers ! ) See our Church Notice Board or 'The Link' Parish Magazine for the latest up to date information.
Every second Sunday at 6:30 PM for 1 hour
Choral Evensong
The choir of St. Mary's regularly sing Choral Evensong. This (BCP) service is normally held on the 4th Sunday of the month but can vary depending on choir holidays and the liturgical seasons.
Every fourth Sunday at 6:30 PM for 1 hour
Book of Common Prayer

Tuesday

Daily Prayer
Daily Prayer in Church is said every day from Tuesday to Saturday at 8.30 am.
Tuesday to Saturday every Tuesday at 8:30 AM for ½ hour

Wednesday

Daily Prayer
Daily Prayer in Church is said every day from Tuesday to Saturday at 8.30 am.
Tuesday to Saturday every Wednesday at 8:30 AM for ½ hour
Holy Communion
This is a 'said' Service and all are very welcome. Often followed by Coffee in 'The Bridge' Ecumenical Centre & Coffee Shop next door.
Every Wednesday at 11:00 AM for ½ hour
Pram Service
A Fortnightly Service. (2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month during school term time.) Young Children (0-4years), Parents, Grandparents and Carers have a great time.Each Service is themed with singing accompanied by instruments for the Children. Afterwards there are drinks and biscuits in the Church Room, where Children can play and Adults can chat. For further information contact Helen Jensen on 01753 581874.
Fortnightly every second and fourth Wednesday at 2:00 PM for 1 hour
Family Friendly Coffee
Are You Aged Between 10 & 14 Years ?
Ian Hart, our dynamic new Youth Worker has started up a group for Young People aged 10 to 13 years (School Years 6 to 9) who would like to find out more about Christian Faith in a fun and relevant way. (Fun, Games & exploring The Bible). This will be on every Wednesday night between 7.00pm and 8.30pm from January 2010. So why not give Ian a call for more information on 07940 975518 or drop him an email on datchetyouthpartnership@hotmail.com
Wednesday at 7:00 PM for 1½ hours
St Mary's Prayer Group.
St Mary's Prayer Group was originally set up to pray for the concerns, support needs and for the discernment of God's will in regard the plan for the new St Mary's Church Community Centre. However it also includes prayers for our new 'Church Vision' and implementation plan, our proposed new Youth Worker as well as more global issues. Anyone willing to run one of these monthly prayer sessions, or would like more information should speak to Sally-Anne Jarvis or Revd Peter Wyard
Takes place on the second Wednesday of each month. every second Wednesday at 7:30 PM for 1 hour

Thursday

Daily Prayer
Daily Prayer in Church is said every day from Tuesday to Saturday at 8.30 am.
Tuesday to Saturday every Thursday at 8:30 AM for ½ hour
The Choir of St. Mary's
The Choir of St. Mary's sings a wide range of music at all the main Services and consists of around 20 adults and children. New members are always 'very' welcome. Those interested in joining the choir (or just more information) should contact Andrew Piggott the Director of Music by phone on 01784 453854 email:andrewandleanne@btinternet.com or after a Sunday service. The choir rehearses on Thursday evenings from 6.45pm to 7.45pm.
Every Thursday at 6:45 PM for 1 hour
Mothers Union
Meets on the third Thursday of the month - further details in the notices or from 01753 580467.
Monthly every Thursday at 7:45 PM for 1 hour

Friday

Daily Prayer
Daily Prayer in Church is said every day from Tuesday to Saturday at 8.30 am.
Tuesday to Saturday every Friday at 8:30 AM for ½ hour
The Music Group
The Music Group meets each Friday at 18 Montrose avenue from 5.30pm to 6.15pm. The Group plays for the Family Services and other Special Sevices. Contact: Andrew Piggott. Choir Master & Director of Music. T: 01784 453854 E: andrewandleanne@btinternet.com
Every Friday at 5:30 PM for ¾ hour

Saturday

Daily Prayer
Daily Prayer in Church is said every day from Tuesday to Saturday at 8.30 am.
Tuesday to Saturday every Saturday at 8:30 AM for ½ hour
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'Cafe Cinema At The Bridge' (Evening)
Café Cinema At The Bridge. Do come along to Café Cinema At The Bridge. There will be two films in September- "Remember Me" on 6th Evening and "Casablanca" on 29th Afternoon. (Refreshments are included). There is no charge as such for entry to the film evenings; the project will be funded by donations. However in order to cover the costs a donation of about £5 per film is invited. Refreshments are available from 2.30pm and 7.10pm respectively. For more information contact Caroline Sanders on 079571 188401. 'CLICK' ON The Link Below.
Monday 6th September 2010 at 7:30 PM for 2 hours
"Cafe Cinema At The Bridge" (Afternoon)
Café Cinema At The Bridge. Do come along to Café Cinema At The Bridge. There will be two films in September- "Remember Me" on the Evening of the 6th September and "Casablanca" on the afternoon of 29th. (Refreshments are included). There is no charge as such for entry to the film events; the project will be funded by donations. However in order to cover the costs a donation of about £5 per film is invited. Refreshments are available from 7.10pm and 2.30pm respectively. For more information contact Caroline Sanders on 079571 188401. 'CLICK' ON The Link Below.
Wednesday 29th September 2010 at 2:30 PM for 2 hours
All Souls Day
All Souls Day falls on Tuesday 2nd November this year. At Datchet St Mary's we will be observing this day with our traditional Bereavement Service which will be held at 8pm in Church. If you would like to have a friend or loved one remembered by name at the Service, please contact Revd. Peter Wyard via the Parish Office.
Tuesday 2nd November 2010 at 8:00 PM for 1 hour
Remembrance Sunday Service
Remembrance Sunday this year falls on Sunday 14th November. The Service in Church will begin at 10.00am in order to be at the War Memorial on the Village Green in time for the 'two minutes silence' at 11.00am. There will follow the laying of the Wreaths by members of the Royal British Legion and representatives of the Village Organisations to honour the memory of the fallen in the two World Wars and other more recent conflicts.
Sunday 14th November 2010 at 10:00 AM for 1½ hours
Advent Meditation Service
A perfect way to prepare for Advent before the rush that leads up to Christmas. A contemplative Service with music to match to provide some space to think about what the Christmas season really means to us as Christians. Even if you are not a regular worshipper at St Mary's, this could be a Service in a style that might suit you ?
Sunday 28th November 2010 at 6:30 PM for 1 hour
Friends Of St Mary's Christmas Festivity
The Friends of St Mary's (FOSM) are holding their Christmas Festivity at St Mary's Church on Saturday 11th December at 7.30pm. This will be an entertaining evening of seasonal readings with music. Mulled wine will be served ! Admission is free to FOSM Members (and if you join The Friends on the night) otherwise £5 per per adult at the door. This is always 'very sociable' event. Call Ron Piggott for more details on 01753 544309.
Saturday 11th December 2010 at 7:30 PM for 150 minutes
"Christingle"
This year's "Christingle" for the Young or Young At Heart, will take place at 5.00pm on Sunday 12th December in Church.
Sunday 12th December 2010 at 5:00 PM for 1 hour
Churches Together In Datchet "Carol Service"
Our Annual Carol Service this year will be on Sunday 19th December in St. Mary's Church at 6.30pm. This is always a lovely event and a good way to get into the Christmas Spirit. So reserve the date in your Diary now.
Sunday 19th December 2010 at 6:30 PM for 1 hour
Crib Service & Nativity Play
Now in its fifth year, this event has always been a sell out. (Standing Room Only !). A really nice family friendly event to suit all ages. Join us on Christmas Eve at 4.00pm. More details to follow nearer the time.
Friday 24th December 2010 at 4:00 PM for 1 hour
Midnight Mass
Traditional Midnight Mass will commence at 11.30pm on Christmas Eve. Celebrate with us the birth of Jesus at this very special Service.
Friday 24th December 2010 at 11:30 PM for 1 hour
Christmas Morning Family Communion Service
Come along and join Family & Friends to celebrate Christmas Day with us at 0930am in Church at our 'Christmas Morning Family Communion Service'
Saturday 25th December 2010 at 9:30 AM for 1 hour
"St Marys Church Community Centre"
For the very latest news about our new 'Church Community Centre' project and how you can help with the fundraising, 'Click' on the 'Link' below.
Saturday 31st December 2011 at 12:00 AM
Sunday School Youth Group Live Music / Concerts Regular Choir Grade 2* Listed Building Conservation Area Supports Fairtrade goods Spire/steeple Floodlighting Stained glass Organ Church Open Back to Church Sunday Wheelchair Access / Ramp Hearing / Induction Loop Large Print Hymnbooks / Orders of Service Toilets
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Our Church is open to Visitors at all times possible during Day Light Hours but is generally locked from about 4pm unless there is some Evening Worship or activity planned.

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A Church Near You ID: 416
Style of worship: Central
Archdeaconry: BUCKINGHAM (273)
Deanery: BURNHAM & SLOUGH (27304)
Benefice: Colnbrook and Datchet (27/129BJ)
Parish Legal Name: DATCHET (270654)

Current Editor: Antony Edwards

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