South Lancing and Sompting

The Parish of South Lancing and Sompting includes three churches (St Michael and All Angels, Lancing; St Mary's Sompting and St Peter's Sompting). The parish extends from the sea in the south, along the coast to neighbouring Shoreham Beach and then right up into the South Downs National Park above the historic St Mary's Church.

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Advent Choral Evensong

Sunday 30 November 2025 Sunday at for 1 hour
St Mary the Blessed Virgin
Church Lane Sompting, BN15 0AZ, United Kingdom

In the Church the day ends with an evening service of prayer and praise, using the traditional language of the Book of Common Prayer.

This service is led by the choir, who sing responses, canticles, an anthem, and the psalms set for the day on our behalf, allowing us to experience the beauty of the music in this iconic setting. There are some readings from the Bible, and prayers are said for the Church, the World and ourselves.

Join in this service in the tranquil beauty of our Saxon church.

Guest Preacher: The Venerable Chris Skilton, former Archdeacon of Croydon

St Michael's Christmas Fair

for 3 hours
St Michael and All Angels
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

Join us for St Michael's Christmas Fair on Saturday 6 December in St Michael's Church Hall, South Street, Lancing from 10 am - 1 pm. There will be lots of great items to buy, you can try your luck on our bottle stall, tombola and grand draw, and enjoy some delicious refreshments.

Messy Church for Christmas

for 1 hour, 45 mins
St Michael and All Angels
South St/Penhill Rd Lancing, BN15 8AJ, United Kingdom

Messy Church is a form of church for all ages that involves creativity, celebration and hospitality. We have a range of activities for people of all ages all based around a theme for the session, join together for a celebration time and finish with a shared meal.

The session begins at 3.15 pm with tea/coffee or juice and we usually finish around 5 pm. There is no charge for these sessions but any donations are welcome.

You do need to book your space using the church website (booking opens on 12 November).

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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 Officer (PSO). 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 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor. 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.

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