St Mary's Church is using the 2026 Diocese of London materials for Lent. We will think about what it means to follow Jesus when life is hard, uncertain, or full of questions. We will learn from stories and ideas about living with suffering and difficulty.
The sessions will help us see how God is with us even in dark and hidden places (Isaiah 45:3). The series has five sessions. Each session will have a video with a guest speaker, a talk with a bishop or archdeacon, and a time of quiet prayer. In our Saturday group we will have the opportunity to share and discuss the video.

Palm Sunday marks the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem. Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, while the crowds waved palm branches and shouted "Hosanna!" (an exclamation of praise). Palm Sunday is a time of mixed sentiment because, although triumphal, it leads into the events of Holy Week and the arrest and crucifixion of Jesus.
*Gather at 9.50am outside Norwood Green Care Home (on Tentelow Lane), processing to the church for a 10am start to the service. Everybody will be given a palm cross to wave.

Service of Holy Communion with Foot-washing and Stripping of the Altars. A powerful and dramatic service available Onsite and Online. Some may want to stay on for a silent vigil in Church.

A service of readings, hymns, reflections and silence for the day the world changed forever. Do join for 1, 2 or 3 hours as you're able. The first hour will be the liturgy of the cross and the third hour will be more meditative as we approach the time of Jesus' death.

Our main Easter celebration for all ages, with joyful music, and lots of 'Hallelujahs!' Do come along and invite friends.