Everyone is warmly invited to join the Six Fen Churches Benefice as we mark the most important time in the Christian calendar with a series of services and events across our churches.From Maundy Thursday through to Easter Sunday, there are a variety of opportunities to gather together in reflection, worship and celebration as we remember the events of Holy Week and rejoice in the resurrection of Jesus.Maundy Thursday – 2 AprilThe Easter journey begins with a Maundy Thursday Agape Meal at 6:30pm in the Church Rooms, Doddington. This shared meal recalls the Last Supper that Jesus shared with his disciples and is a meaningful way to begin the Easter story together.Good Friday – 3 AprilOn Good Friday there are two services taking place at 2:00pm, marking the traditional hour of remembrance for the crucifixion of Jesus. Stations of the Cross at Christchurch An Hour at the Cross at Wimblington Both services offer time for prayer, reflection and contemplation on the sacrifice at the heart of the Easter story.Easter Saturday – 4 AprilFamilies and children are especially welcome to join Wild Church and the Easter Trail at 10:30am at Manea Pit. This outdoor gathering celebrates creation and the hope of Easter through activities and exploration.Easter Sunday – 5 AprilEaster Day brings joyful celebration across the benefice with several services: 9:30am – Breakfast Church, Wimblington 10:30am – Holy Communion, Doddington 10:30am – Holy Communion, Christchurch 3:00pm – Holy Communion, Welney These services celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the hope that Easter brings.All are very welcome to attend any of these services as we celebrate Easter together across the Six Fen Churches Benefice.For more information about our churches and events, please visit: www.sixfenchurches.org
The services of a conservation accredited professional adviser are needed at Church of Christ, Church Road, Christchurch PE14 9PQ, for a major programme of repairs and reordering. This project will lead to the church building being removed from the Heritage at Risk Register, and safe to re-open for wider community use. The PCC will need to apply for support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund (a grant under £1 million), with a view to the project being completed by 2031. For further details and the pre-qualification questionnaire, please contact: Danielle Carver - churchofchristrenovations@gmail.com / 07599456983 Suitably qualified practitioners will then be invited to tender. The closing date for the pre-qualification questionnaire is 28th October 2025. It is anticipated that tenders will be required by a closing date of 25th November 2025. If you have any queries, please contact Danielle Carver on the details above.
On Wednesday 18th June 2025, a group of villagers met - along with our new rector Canon Mark Collinson, Helen our fantastic church warden, and Holly from Ely Diocese/Heritage Fund.We have formed a committee of 8 members, to spearhead the renovations required, to make our beautiful Church useable once again. Situated in the heart of the village, the church has sadly been closed since 2022.The Committee have created a Facebook page, to keep the community and congregation informed on the renovation works which need to be completed, along side access to this website to post updates as and when progress is made.We value the impact our local church has on villagers - which was widely expressed when a survey was sent out, with 51 responses.Most respondents see the church as a historical and emotional centerpiece of the village. Most respondents said that the church was either the ‘hub’ or ‘heart’ of the village, and that it holds significant value for life events (weddings, funerals, christenings) and community gatherings. Over ½ of the respondents discussed the importance of the churchyard.We aim to keep everyone informed on our progress, as well as involve villagers by engaging with our local school and community groups.At present, the four main areas which need to be addressed are:a. Renew the drainageb. Address rainwater goodsc. Replace ceilingd. Re-order internally, including organ dismantle and removal during works, redecoration, appropriate kitchen, toilet, lighting and heating for wider community use.Our church has been identified and listed on the Historic England Heritage at Risk Register. This means we are able to apply (eventually) for funding from National Lottery Heritage Fund.The committees next steps are to compose a mission statement, and begin the process of appointing an architect, to define the scope of the works required.
Millions of people have tried Alpha and found it a life-changing experience. A group of 18 people, both young and older have just completed our first programme. They are so enthusiastic about that we are starting another Alpha course on Monday 26th January 2026 for anyone who is curious about life, who wants to ask questions. Are you curious? Why not give it go? You can come to the taster session without any commitment to come again. Refreshments will be provided. Various people have already said they are going to come for a variety of reasons - either they want to get baptised or confirmed, or have recently had a baby which has set them off thinking about the wondrous nature of life. Whatever your reason, come for the first session and if you enjoy it, come back for more. Contact someone you know in one the of Six Fen Churches or email Canon Mark on mark@sixfenchurches.org for more info.
