At St Michael’s Church we are currently in a time of interregnum. We pray for our interregnum and our vacancy process:

Prayer for the Vacancy: Beloved God, surround us with your spirit as we work together in this time of vacancy. Holy Spirit, guide those who are seeking the right next step in their ministry and those who are seeking the right priest to be our next vicar. May we all feel your presence, Lord. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

If you would like to apply to be our new Priest we would be very happy to welcome you to our parishes in beautiful southeast Somerset! Please visit the Diocese website: www.bathandwells.org.uk where you will find the link to the Advert, Role Description and Parish Profile (from 11th October until the closing date for applications on 12th November) or see the Advert in the Church Times. A very warm welcome awaits.

If you require a member of the Ministry URGENTLY, please contact Penny Ashton 07733 162 342.

We are holding a service most Sundays now (see details of when below). It is a requirement to wear a face covering within the building if the church is busy. 

The Church is open daily from 10am-3pm. You are welcome to visit the church for private prayer or quiet contemplation. If you visit the church for worship or for private prayer we recommend sanitising your hands on entry and exit.

The latest what to expect document is available in the newsletter section of this webpage. This information is displayed just inside or outside the church door too. 

Worship Services for the Sundays following are as follows:-

On Sunday 22nd September there will be an Evensong Service at 6:30pm led by Penny Ashton

On Sunday 29th September there will be a Harvest Festival/Patronal Day Service at 10:45am led by Rev Lydia Avery

On Sunday 6th October there will be a Rise & Shine Family Service at 9am led by Penny Ashton

On Sunday 13th October there will be a Communion Service at 9am with Revd Brian McConnell

On Sunday 20th October there will be a Communion Service at 9am with Revd Ken Masters

On Sunday 27th October there will be an Evensong Service at 4:00pm led by Penny Ashton

On Sunday 3rd November there will be a Rise & Shine Family Service at 9am led by Penny Ashton

On Sunday 10th November there will be a Remembrance Day Service at 10:55am with Revd Ken Masters, starting at the War Memorial, then moving to Church for the service. All welcome.

On Sunday 17th November there will be a Communion Service at 9am with Revd Ken Masters

On Sunday 24th November there will be an Evensong Service at 4:00pm led by Penny Ashton

We are complying with the Church and Government guidance and with a risk assessment in place (available in the porch noticeboard) – if you visit please adhere to this guidance for your own safety and the safety of others. 

We are currently in a time of interregnum since our Rector, Rev Alison Way, left the Parish in April 2024. Our Parish Administrator, Rachel Feltham can be contact on 01963 824503 at The Parish Office, 38 High Street, Wincanton BA9 9JF on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays between 9:15am-1:15pm.

Rachel Feltham – Parish Administrator‘s email: [email protected]  or telephone Rachel on: 01963 824503

“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength… Love your neighbour as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these”.

The parish of Pen Selwood is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Bath & Wells’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services."

Our Parish Safeguarding Officer Alanna Loder-Symonds, Tel: 07932 622511, email: [email protected]. 

The Diocesan Safeguarding Manager, Ben Goodhind: [email protected] Tel 01749 588917.  Out of hours emergency cover is available from 5pm-midnight, 7am-9am (Mon-Fri), 7am to midnight (Sat & Sun) and bank holidays. Call them on 0303 003 111.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services. 

If necessary please report the matter to Somerset County Council Social Services, Tel 0300 123 2224. Alternatively if you have concerns about a child or young person you may contact Childline on 0800 1111. If there is immediate risk or danger please contact the police by dialling 999.