Maundy Thursday Holy Communion service & Stripping the altar

for 50 mins
Longden: St Ruthen
Shrewsbury Road Longden Shrewsbury, SY5 8EY, United Kingdom
A preparation for Easter. The Stripping the Altar - removing the cross, candles and altar cloth - symbolises the starkness of what lay ahead for Jesus as he approached his death on the cross. It is a simple but powerful action.

Longden: St Ruthen

We are a friendly welcoming community with an emphasis on biblical teaching and Holy Spirit led ministry. We praise God for being with us, blessing us, supporting us and giving us peace and security in times of trial, and encouraging us with answers to prayer. We welcome all people irrespective of their traditions and backgrounds.

The parish of Longden & Annscroft is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. The Rector is Revd Graham Phillips on 01743 861003. The Diocesan Safeguarding Officer is Carl Steventon on 07593 817717. See our Safeguarding Notice for more information.

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The Revd. Graham Phillips

The Rectory,
Plealey Lane,
Longden
Shrewsbury

SY5 8ET
Rector
01743 861003
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Maundy Thursday Holy Communion service & Stripping the altar

for 50 mins
Longden: St Ruthen
Shrewsbury Road Longden Shrewsbury, SY5 8EY, United Kingdom

A preparation for Easter. The Stripping the Altar - removing the cross, candles and altar cloth - symbolises the starkness of what lay ahead for Jesus as he approached his death on the cross. It is a simple but powerful action.

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Safeguarding

Our parish of Longden & Annscroft is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies. Our Diocese of Hereford’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the Rector The Revd Graham Phillips on 01743 861003/07757721244 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer, Carl Steventon on 07593 817717. 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.

Please see below for useful contact numbers:

Shropshire County Council:
Child or Adult Concern – 0345 678 9021 (week day office hours)
Emergency Duty Team – 0345 678 9040 (after 5 pm, weekends and Public Holiday)

NSPCC: 0808 800 5000

Child line (help line for children): 0800 11 11

National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247

The National Care Line: Action on Elder Abuse: 0800 0699 784