Grays North and Stifford

Welcome to the Parish of Grays North and Stifford! We have three churches: St Cedd's in Stifford Clays, St John's on Victoria Avenue and St Mary's in North Stifford. Check out our upcoming services and events, see our monthly Sunday worship pattern or contact our clergy. You can listen to some of our talks here.

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But most of all, we'd love to meet you!

What's on

Messy Church

Occurring
Monthly. Every First Saturday at for 2 hours
Venue
St Cedd's, Stifford Clays
Address
Crammavill Street, Stifford Clays GRAYS, RM16 2AP, United Kingdom

Once a month - a song, a bible story, lots of crafts - and hot food for all the children! Please come with your parent or carer.

Morning Worship

Occurring
Monthly. Every First Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Cedd's, Stifford Clays
Address
Crammavill Street, Stifford Clays GRAYS, RM16 2AP, United Kingdom

Morning worship, often with an informal twist - sometimes we do cafe church, or explore using forms of drama and interactive prayers in this service. Children and families are always very welcome.

Holy Communion

Occurring
Monthly. Every First, Third Sunday at for 1 hour, 15 mins
Break
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 21 Dec 2025
Venue
St John's, Grays North
Address
Victoria Avenue Grays Essex, RM16 2RP, United Kingdom

A Common Worship service of Holy Communion. Children and families are always welcome to our services, and we're always looking for grown-ups to join our singers! Prayer Ministry is available after Holy Communion services.

Our churches

Safeguarding

"Our Parish is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops' guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officers (PSOs). Our Diocese’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO [Ann Pinnock for St John's or Anne Symons for St Cedd's or St Mary's] or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor [https://www.chelmsford.anglican.org/safeguarding/the-diocese-safeguarding-team]. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services."