St Matthews, Worthing

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Built in 1899 St. Matthews has been recently reordered to provide a modern and welcoming worship environment for all.
The reordered church has soft seating, large carpeted areas, multi-channel sound system, computerised video projection system, a stage, efficient modern heating, good modern lighting and a refreshments area.
Alongside the church building is a large multi-purpose self contained hall with kitchen and toilets.
The grounds of the church and hall comprise of a walled gardens, grassed areas and a car park.
Both the church and the church hall are equipped to enable people with disabilities to gain access and enjoy the facilities.
A dramatic mural on the wall of the car park depicting Isaiah 11 has become a local landmark.
St. Matthews is located in a residential area on the corner of Shakespeare Road, and Tarring Road about 2 miles from Worthing town centre. Our congregation is multi-national, and covers all age groups, so families, and small children are always welcome.
St Matthews became a parish in it's own right on 1st April 2008.
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Rev. John Chitham
Parish Office
St. Matthews Church
Tarring Road
Worthing
West Sussex
BN11 4BH
Tel: (01903) 207024
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Sunday

Service of Prayer
Quieter than the main service so that more time can be spent concentrating on prayer.
Every Sunday at 8:45 AM for 1 hour
Coffee
Childrens Worship
Most Sunday's our children are invited to take part in special Sunday worship activities designed, and organised especially for them by our Youth Work team.
Every Sunday at 10:30 AM
Family Friendly Coffee
Morning Prayer
For a full list of events at St. Matthews Please visit our website programme page. www.stmatthewschurch.co.uk
Every first Sunday at 10:30 AM for 1 hour
Family Friendly Sunday School Coffee
Holy Commuion
For a full list of events at St. Matthews Please visit our website programme page. www.stmatthewschurch.co.uk
Every second and fourth Sunday at 10:30 AM for 1 hour
Family Friendly Sunday School Coffee
Family Service
The children stay in church for this service that is appropriate for all the family.
Every third Sunday at 10:30 AM for 1 hour
Family Friendly Coffee
Evening Course
See below for details of our current course.
Every Sunday at 5:00 PM for 2 hours
Re:deem Cells
Youth Group Cells for High School & College Students. Meets in the hall. Chill out time for 40 minutes then discussion & bible study.
Every Sunday at 6:00 PM for 1½ hours

Monday

Housegroups
Housegroups are a vital part of our fellowship and pastoral care. They meet at various homes around the parish, at different times/days of the week. Most are fortnightly. Contact Rev. John Chitham to find out more about them.
Every Monday at for 1½ hours
Monday Fellowship
Speakers & Social Events.
Every second and fourth Monday at 2:30 PM for 1½ hours
NRG
After School Club for school year groups 3, 4, 5 & 6. Meets in the hall.
Term Time Only every Monday at 6:00 PM for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
The Zone
After School Club for School Year Groups 6, 7, 8 & 9. Meets in the hall
Term Time Only every Monday at 7:45 PM for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Tuesday

Housegroups
Housegroups are a vital part of our fellowship and pastoral care. They meet at various homes around the parish, at different times/days of the week. Most are fortnightly. Contact Rev. John Chitham to find out more about them.
Every Tuesday at for 1½ hours
TOTS
Baby and Toddler group.
Term Tome Only Tuesday at 9:30 AM for 2 hours
Coffee

Wednesday

Housegroups
Housegroups are a vital part of our fellowship and pastoral care. They meet at various homes around the parish, at different times/days of the week. Most are fortnightly. Contact Rev. John Chitham to find out more about them.
Every Wednesday at for 1½ hours
Little Fish
For babies & toddlers with an adult. Kind of midweek Sunday School with a Bible Story, singing, craft & play built on the story.
Term-time every Wednesday at 10:00 AM for 1½ hours
Coffee
St Matthews Tennis Society
For all ages and abilities. Held at the Tennis Courts by St Andrews, Tarring
Every Wednesday at 7:00 PM for 1 hour

Thursday

Housegroups
Housegroups are a vital part of our fellowship and pastoral care. They meet at various homes around the parish, at different times/days of the week. Most are fortnightly. Contact Rev. John Chitham to find out more about them.
Every Thursday at for 1½ hours
TOTS
Baby and Toddler group.
Term-time every Thursday at 9:30 AM for 2 hours
Coffee
GLU
After School Club for 5 year olds + School Year Groups 1 & 2. Meets in the hall. [Term time only]
Every Thursday at 5:30 PM for 1 hour

Friday

Housegroups
Housegroups are a vital part of our fellowship and pastoral care. They meet at various homes around the parish, at different times/days of the week. Most are fortnightly. Contact Rev. John Chitham to find out more about them.
Every Friday at for 1½ hours
Young Mums Homegroup
Designed for mums with children of primary school age or younger. Children can either stay with you or be looked after in the creche.
Meets every 2 weeks Term Time Only Friday at 10:00 AM for 1½ hours
8-11's Bible Study
A new discussion group for children aged 8 - 11, meets in a home term time only.
Term time only every Friday at 5:00 PM for 1 hour

Saturday

Prayer Meeting
Held in the hall for short Bible Study & to pray for parish needs.
Every Saturday at 9:30 AM for ½ hour
Sunday School Youth Group Live Music / Concerts Supports Fairtrade goods Spire/steeple Wall paintings / art Stained glass Shop Organ Audio Visual Facilities Hall for hire Nurture Courses Wheelchair Access / Ramp Hearing / Induction Loop Large Print Hymnbooks / Orders of Service Toilets Baby Changing Facilities Visitor Parking Available
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Other information
The Revd Ernest {John} CHITHAM
85 Heene Road
Worthing
(01903) 218026
A Church Near You ID: 5250
Diocesan ID: AE1511
Built: 1899
Style of worship: Open Evangelical
Our Patron: CPAS
Archdeaconry: CHICHESTER (101)
Deanery: WORTHING (10107)
Benefice: Worthing Saint Matthew (10/385BM)
Parish Legal Name: Worthing Saint Matthew (100564 10/NULL)
CofE Church Info: (610145 10/145)
Short URL: acny.co.uk/5250/
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St Matthews : Shakespeare Rd/Tarring Rd, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4HB
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