Find Peace in the Evensong: A Service of Thanksgiving & Reflection

As the day draws to a close, join us for a gentle evening service. This is a sacred space to pause, offer gratitude for the day gone by, and reflect in quiet companionship.

Wherever you find yourself on your spiritual journey – seeking, questioning, or certain – you are genuinely welcome here. Share in the stillness and find connection.

Afterwards, stay for light refreshments and warm fellowship.

Wednesday 2nd Sept - Barningham Winter
Wednesday 16 Sept - Matlaske
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.

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.

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.

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

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.