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Thursday 12th November at 1.30pm. in St. Michael’s Church Hall. Everyone is welcome to join in.
This year we’ll be studying the Beatitudes each Thursday at 7.30pm in St Michael’s Church
Hall, starting on Thursday 12th November. The course books are £7.99, if you’d like a book
please sign up at the back of church. The Beatitudes are among the most important and revolutionary teachings of Jesus, challenging us to live differently as citizens of God’s Kingdom. The course explores how we can put them into practice in everyday life.
1. Living with Openness to God – Opening ourselves to God and the world.
2. Thirsting for What Is Right – Seeking justice and God’s will.
3. Living Transparently – Practising honesty and showing mercy.
4. Peacemaking – Following Christ’s example and embracing the cost of peace.
5. Living as Citizens of God’s Kingdom – Understanding and living Kingdom values.
6. Foundations – Building our lives on Jesus’ teaching and example.
Carpet Bowls will now be played in St. Michael’s Church Hall every Friday afternoon, 1.30 – 3.30pm starting on 13th November. For more details please speak to Margaret Ellams. Everyone welcome!
Cafe Church, come and join us for crafts and worship.
St. Michael’s Church every Tuesday at 4pm.
Join us as we pray for the church, the world and the parishes of Aughton and Bickerstaffe.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God” Philippians 4:6
If there is a person, situation, community, or concern that you would like us to include in
our prayers, please complete a prayer request slip and place it in the box at the back of church. These requests will be included during Evening Prayer.
Evening Prayer is a quiet opportunity to pause at the end of the day, listen to some Bible
readings, reflect, and pray for our world, our community and the people and situations that
matter to us.
Starting in September, there will be a new group meeting on the third Wednesday of each month meeting in the Church Hall. The first Aughton Wednesday Social Group will be on
Wednesday 16th September at 1pm. We will meet for a bowl of soup at 1pm followed by an activity or a speaker. Please invite friends.
The club will next meet at 7pm in St. Michael’s Church Hall on Thursday 19th November
at 7pm to discuss ‘I Love Charlotte Bronte’ by Michelle Daly. All welcome. Julia Woolgar
Morning Prayer led by Mark
The Men’s Breakfast Group will next meet in St Michael’s Church Hall at 9.30pm on Saturday 28th November. There will be a full fry up for £5 followed by a speaker. Sign up at the back of church and bring a friend!
This year it will be in the church on Saturday 28th November 2pm – 4pm. Please sign up at the back of church if you are able to provide a stall or activity. The proceeds will go towards church funds.
Holy Communion service led by Andrew
Join us as we begin the Advent season together, moving from darkness into the hope and light of Christ. Everyone is warmly welcome.
Whether you're a regular member of the congregation, visiting family, or simply looking for a place to celebrate Christmas, you will receive a warm welcome at Holy Trinity Bickerstaffe. We look forward to celebrating with you.
On the first Tuesday of every month at 4pm, there will be a Holy Communion at St Michael Aughton, meeting in the choir stalls.
The next group will meet in the North Aisle of Bickerstaffe Church on Wednesday 2nd September at 1pm. Come for a bowl of soup and after, enjoy playing a selection of board games. Please invite friends, family and neighbours. A sign-up sheet is at the back of church.
Bringing our Parish Family Together. A new all-age gathering beginning on 13th September and then on the 2nd Sunday of every month. If anyone would like to be involved with this, please speak with Andrew or Pam.
Come and enjoy a relaxed and friendly Christmas celebration with refreshments, conversation, and worship for all ages. We'd love to welcome you.
Whether you're a regular member of the congregation, visiting family, or simply looking for a place to celebrate Christmas, you will receive a warm welcome at Holy Trinity Bickerstaffe. We look forward to celebrating with you.
Experience the beauty of Christmas through traditional readings and much-loved carols. A wonderful way to prepare your heart for Christmas. All are warmly invited.
Whether you're a regular member of the congregation, visiting family, or simply looking for a place to celebrate Christmas, you will receive a warm welcome at Holy Trinity Bickerstaffe. We look forward to celebrating with you.
Please join us to celebrate Christingle!
Celebrate the joy of Christmas Eve with our family-friendly Christingle service and Blessing of the Crib, followed by a short Communion. Everyone is welcome.
Whether you're a regular member of the congregation, visiting family, or simply looking for a place to celebrate Christmas, you will receive a warm welcome at Holy Trinity Bickerstaffe. We look forward to celebrating with you.
Join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus on Christmas Day with a joyful Family Communion service. Come as you are and share in the Christmas celebration.
Whether you're a regular member of the congregation, visiting family, or simply looking for a place to celebrate Christmas, you will receive a warm welcome at Holy Trinity Bickerstaffe. We look forward to celebrating with you.
A date for your diary…….
Sisters of Mersey Concert. Saturday 13th Feb 2027 at 7:30pm. Save the date for a fantastic
concert at Holy Trinity Church Bickerstaffe to raise funds for our beautiful Church. Entertainment provided by the Sisters of Mersey who we enjoyed at Bickerstock 2025 and 2026. Contact Edward - [email protected] or 07971 299606 for further details.