VJ Day

for 15 mins
Billingsley: St Mary
Billingsley Bridgnorth, WV16 6PH, United Kingdom

There will be a national 2 minute silence at 12 noon on Friday 15th August to mark the 80th anniversary of the final ending of the Second World War, with the surrender of Japan. Following this, we will be ringing the bells at Billingsley Church to mark the event; anyone is welcome to come to the church, or just listen to the bells. You may wish to use this prayer

God of the nations,
our refuge and our dwelling place,
we remember with thanksgiving
those whose service achieved Allied victory in the Pacific,
and hold before you all those who suffered
from the devastation and trauma of war.
As we pray for those who suffer the atrocities of war,
strengthen our resolve to pursue what makes for peace,
through the one in whom we are reconciled and made one,
even Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

We will also have a newspaper in the church from the 83rd Division of the US Army from 18th August 1945, marking the end of the war.

Billingsley: St Mary

Welcome to St Mary's Church, Billingsley.  We serve the small community of Billingsley as well as welcoming those from further afield. We work closely with our neighbouring churches to be the people of God in these places. We currently have a Holy Communion service on the 4th Sunday of the month at 8 am, and, from April to October, a 6pm evening service on the 2nd Sunday of the month. We also play host to "Forest Church" (outdoor worship) from time to time and organise a number of social events, particularly evening walks during the lighter months as well as seasonal service such as carols at Christmas.

Our rector is the Rev Kina Robertshaw, who joined us in April 2023. Kina's website is here: Kina Robertshaw, co-author of A Voice to Be Heard: Christian Entrepreneurs Living Out Their Faith


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Rev David Poyner

136, Hoo Road, Kidderminster

DY10 1LP
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0156268638

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VJ Day

for 15 mins
Billingsley: St Mary
Billingsley Bridgnorth, WV16 6PH, United Kingdom

There will be a national 2 minute silence at 12 noon on Friday 15th August to mark the 80th anniversary of the final ending of the Second World War, with the surrender of Japan. Following this, we will be ringing the bells at Billingsley Church to mark the event; anyone is welcome to come to the church, or just listen to the bells. You may wish to use this prayer

God of the nations,
our refuge and our dwelling place,
we remember with thanksgiving
those whose service achieved Allied victory in the Pacific,
and hold before you all those who suffered
from the devastation and trauma of war.
As we pray for those who suffer the atrocities of war,
strengthen our resolve to pursue what makes for peace,
through the one in whom we are reconciled and made one,
even Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

We will also have a newspaper in the church from the 83rd Division of the US Army from 18th August 1945, marking the end of the war.

Safeguarding

Our parish of Billingsley 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 of Hereford’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 [David Poyner] or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor [Mandy McPhee]. 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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