Common Worship Daily Prayer
Said service in the Lady Chapel
Crafts, food and worship begin in the Church Hall and move to the church for singing and a story.
Holy Week begins with a procession around the church building, the blessing of palms and a dramatised reading of the Passion story from St Matthew's gospel.
A journey following Jesus Christ's way of the cross with readings, poetry and reflection at the traditional 14 stations around the church building.
a reflective spoken service
The great three days (Triduum) begin with a celebration of the Last Supper, the night that Jesus washed his disciples' feet.
Silent prayer before the sacrament in the Lady Chapel as if in the Garden of Gethsemane. Materials are available to aid reflection.
The church building is open for silent reflection before the Liturgy of the Cross (2pm - 3pm).
The Triduum continues as the cross is venerated and the story of Jesus Passion in St John's gospel is read.
The Holy Fire is blessed, the Paschal (Easter) Candle is lit and processed into the darkness of an unlit church. The story of salvation is told with readings from the Hebrew Bible. The ancient hymn, the Exsultet is sung, baptismal vows are renewed and the first Eucharist of Easter is celebrated with fanfare and light.
Breakfast (coffee and croissants), puppets, stories, songs and crafts to start the day. For young families to worship together
Email [email protected] for a ticket. Come at 8.20 for breakfast
A celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ with joyful hymns and chocolate eggs for children