On Saturday 9th May, we at St Mary's Church are holding our Spring Fair. This is a fun event suitable for the whole family. Among the many interesting stalls, there will be cakes, pies, games, refreshments, hot dogs, and a chance to buy some beautiful handmade items created by our very own crafters! When? 11.00am - 2.00pm. Where? St Mary's Church Hall, Mayfield Avenue, FY4 2NR. Entry? 50p per person only!We look forward to seeing you there! All proceeds will go towards the work of St Mary's Church, Blackpool.
Want to know more about who Jesus is? Want to build a closer relationship with Him? Then this year's Diocesan Lent course from Bishop Philip is for you! ‘Knowing Jesus’ focuses on key moments in the book of Acts to help us know Jesus while tying in with the Diocesan Centenary focus of ‘All for Jesus’. ‘This series will help us to know about Jesus as we seek to understand more about who he is, what he has come to do and how he sets us free. It will also help us to know Jesus as we explore what to means to be in a deeper relationship with him and to offer our whole lives to him.’ Knowing Jesus: Bishop Philip's Lent course for 2026 | The Diocese of BlackburnOur vicar will lead us through the 5 week programme of reflection: Dates: Thursday 26th February – The Ascended JesusThursday 5th March – The Sending Jesus Thursday 12th March – The Suffering Jesus Thursday 19th March – The Servant Jesus Thursday 26th March – The Triumphant Jesus Time: 2.00pm Venue: St Mary's Church Hall, Blackpool, FY4 2NS. All of the course materials will be provided but you might want to bring a notepad and pen to make notes. The Ladies Fellowship and Friendship Group will meet afterwards for refreshments. More details about the course can be found on the Diocesan Fruitful App (fruitful - Get the App) as well as the Blackburn Diocese website and YouTube channel.
It's that time of year when, in farms up and down the country and across the world, farmers are bringing the harvest home. Here at St Mary's Church, Blackpool, we are looking forward to holding our annual Harvest Thanksgiving celebration service to thank God for His provision of another harvest. Date: Sunday 5th OctoberTime: 10.00amVenue: St Mary's Church, Blackpool, Stonycroft Avenue, FY4 2NR. All are welcome. The food that is donated will be going to the foodbank at Holy Cross Church and to Streetlife - both charities helping the most vulnerable people in our community. Any monetary donations will go to The Salvation Army in Blackpool, who bring the harvest bounty to those struggling in our community.
Chas & Dave, our resident quizmasters, have been hard at work putting together a brilliant quiz night for us on Saturday 27th September at 7.00pm. With questions drawn from the last 5 decades, it will be a fun time for all the family. Try to beat the vicar on music questions! Bring your own nibbles and drinks. Only £3 entry. All proceeds to go to the work of St Mary's Church, Blackpool. See you there !
