Wednesday 7 Oct - Hempstead
Wednesday 21 Oct - Barningham Winter
Wednesday 4 Nov - Hempstead
Wednesday 18 Nov - Hempstead
Wednesday 2 Dec- Hempstead

Meditation has become a regular and enriching part of our community life. Each first and third Wednesday at 6pm, we gather to quieten our minds and create space for God to work within us. Whether you are an experienced meditator or simply curious, we warmly welcome you to join us on this journey.

We believe that meditation is a skill that can be developed over time, much like prayer. It’s an opportunity to intentionally step away from the noise of daily life and enter a state of peaceful awareness. In this silence, we can listen for God’s guidance and deepen our spiritual connection. It is a time to simply "be" with God, without the need for words or specific requests.

Our sessions are usually around 30 minutes and to help you feel more comfortable during the session, we suggest bringing a cushion for the pews.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Harvest Festival at Baconsthorpe

Our Harvest Festival continues a tradition that goes back generations, when communities depended directly on the land for their food and gathered together each autumn to give thanks for a successful harvest safely brought in. Today, although our lives may be very different, Harvest remains a wonderful opportunity to pause and give thanks for the food we enjoy, the people who produce it, and the beauty and abundance of the natural world.

Join us at Baconsthorpe for a traditional and joyful service of singing, thanksgiving and celebration. All are warmly welcome, whether you regularly attend church or simply want to share in this much-loved village tradition.

Following the service there will be a light lunch - details to follow.

Looking for a peaceful, meaningful way to begin Sunday? Join us for our 8:30 AM Eucharist. This beautiful, said service (without organ or hymns) is intentionally quiet and contemplative, perfect for centring your heart before the week begins.

We warmly welcome children! The simplicity and shorter length make it an accessible and engaging experience for young families.

Come share the quiet joy of Christ's presence, receive communion, and connect with our welcoming community. All are invited.

All Souls is a tender and reflective time in the church year when we remember before God those we love but see no longer. It is a moment to pause, to give thanks for their lives, and to bring our grief, our memories, and our hope into God’s presence.

All who have recently been bereaved are especially welcome to this quiet service of prayer and contemplation. Names of loved ones can be read aloud as part of the service, and candles may be lit in their memory — simple yet profound acts that help us honour them and entrust them to God’s eternal care.

Whether your loss is recent or from many years ago, this gentle service offers space for reflection, comfort, and peace. In the stillness of worship, we remember together that God holds us, and those we love, in unfailing love and light.

Join us as we gather for a service of prayer, remembrance, and hope. Together we will honour those who gave their lives in times of war and conflict, and pray for peace in our world today.

The service will include the laying of wreaths and the traditional Two Minutes’ Silence — a time for stillness, reflection, and gratitude. At this service we will read the names from the villages of Baconsthorpe, Plumstead and Hempstead

All are welcome to share in this meaningful act of remembrance

Join us for a gentle and reflective Eucharist at Baconsthorpe Church. This short service offers a peaceful start to the day, providing a quiet space for contemplation and prayer away from the week's busyness. Using a simple, spoken liturgy, we gather to share in the intimacy of the Eucharist in the beautiful, serene setting of our village church. The service typically lasts around 30 minutes, making it a perfect way to ground oneself in faith before the day begins.

Whether you are a regular communicant or simply seeking a moment of stillness and connection, you will find a warm welcome. This is an informal and inclusive gathering, open to all who wish to share in this quiet act of worship. No need to worry about formality or following a complex order of service—just come as you are and find a few moments of peace and reflection to carry with you through the rest of your day.

A Joyful Celebration: Baptism and Communion

You are warmly invited to a very special service on as we combine two beautiful pillars of our faith: Baptism and Holy Communion.

We will have the immense joy of baptising a new member into the Christian family. It is a service full of hope, promise, and the welcoming love of our community.

Following the baptism, we will all share in the Eucharist, the family meal of the Church. This is a perfect symbol of our unity—as we welcome this new member, we are all fed from the same spiritual table. It is a deeply moving and celebratory occasion, and we would be honoured to have you with us.

You are warmly invited to our Christingle Service — a joyful and family-friendly celebration at the heart of the Christmas season. The service is centred around the Christingle, a decorated orange with a candle, ribbon, and sweets, which together tell the story of God’s light and love for the world.

Children (and adults too!) will be given a Christingle to hold as we sing, listen to the Christmas story, and share in the wonder of this special tradition. It’s a beautiful way to pause in the busyness of December, and to experience the hope and joy that Christmas brings.

Whether you’ve been to a Christingle service many times before, or are coming along for the first time, you’ll find a warm welcome for all ages. Bring your family, invite your friends, and come and share the light with us this Christmas.