Sunday Worship

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

Our main service takes place at 10am each Sunday morning. Services include contemporary music, prayers, a Bible reading and a talk. There's always a warm welcome and refreshments are served after the service.

On the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month the service is Holy Communion, and children have their own activities in a group.
On the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the months the service is All Age. Everyone stays in church together and we learn from each other.
When there is a 5th Sunday in the month the service is usually All Age Holy Communion, and we all stay in church together.

Pop Up Church, Higher Croft

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
Roman Road Library
Address
Roman Road Library, Fishmoor Drive Higher Croft Blackburn, BB2 3UY

Pop Up Church is a growing, relaxed, spiritual community planted on Higher Croft estate. We meet each Sunday morning at 11.30am, usually in the Roman Road Library, but in good weather we meet next door in the Gro Zone.

Christmas Events

Occurring
for 25 days, 1 hour
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

We would like to invite you to join us as we celebrate advent with lots of lovely events and services throughout the month of December.

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Remembered with Love

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

A chance to remember those we love who have passed away.

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ROOT Youth Services

Occurring
Monthly. Every Last Sunday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

For youth from across Over Darwen, Lower Darwen and Highercroft who are looking to intentionally go deeper with their faith and encounter more of God.
Info: see Rev Cathy or Rev Kev
email [email protected]
or [email protected]
Office: 01254 427020

Wednesday Holy Communion

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 30 mins
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

A short reflective service of Holy Communion every Wednesday evening at 6pm.

Stay and Play

Occurring
Every Friday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

Every Friday morning, in term time. Toys, activities, songs and story time. Snack time includes toast, fruit and healthy snacks. £1.50 donation per family.

Term time only

Friday Special Christmas Party

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

We would like to invite all families with school aged children to join us as we celebrate Christmas at our last Friday Special for 2025. We will enjoy lots of fun arts, crafts, games and activities as well as a hot meal for all the family, songs and stories to celebrate advent and Christmas.

Wreath Workshop

Occurring
for 2 hours
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

Make your own fresh, festive wreath. Soup and roll lunch included.
£25 - Deposit of £10 required to secure your place. Booking is essential

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Young at Heart Lunch

Occurring
Monthly. Every Second Thursday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

Our Over 60's group meet on the second Thursday of every month for a lovely warm three course meal, conversations and friendships. There is a small charge to cover the cost of the food.

Brass Band, Carols and Pies

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

We would love to invite everyone to join us as we sing along to festive carols with the brass band playing. The evening will include a hot pie supper for all.

Barn Service

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

We would love to invite one and all to join us in a real barn to sing festive carols surrounded by the animals and a lovely festive atmosphere. Remember to wrap up warm and wear your wellies !!

Christingle

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

We would like to invite all the family to join us as we listen to the Christmas Story, sing carols and make our own Christingle to take home with us.

Midnight in Bethlehem

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

We would love to invite you to join us in holy communion as we celebrate the birth of Jesus as it turns midnight in Bethlehem.

Christmas Day Service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

We would love to invite you to join us at our Christmas Day service. A family friendly holy communion and you can even bring your favourite present with you.

WoW Ladies Group

Occurring
Monthly. Every Fourth Friday at for 2 hours, 30 mins
Venue
St James Church, Lower Darwen
Address
Stopes Brow Lower Darwen, BB3 0QP, United Kingdom

The ladies WoW group meet up on the fourth Friday of every month. We are a group of ladies who vary in age and always have a fun filled evening whatever we plan. From games nights, movie nights, summer BBQs and making Christmas crafts. We have evenings planned that suit everyone. Food and drinks are included for a small charge on the evening.