St Michael's is a beautiful parish church in the equally beautiful Somerset village of East Coker.
Our mantra is faith, community, heritage. We want to live, tell and share the story of Jesus; enrich the fantastic community that is our village; and honour and preserve the heritage entrusted to us.
Amongst other distinctions, St Michael's is the final resting place of the poet T S Eliot.
We are open all day, everyday. Whether you visit to join a service of worship, to visit the resting place of T S Eliot, or for some moments of quiet reflection or private prayer, you are very welcome.
Our parish of East Coker is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies. The Benefice has its own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Bath & Wells’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 thePSO - Mick Collins on 01935 863129 - or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor - Glenys Armstrong, Tel: 01749 685135, email: [email protected]. 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.