St James' Church Hope

We would love to welcome you to join us at St James' Church, Hope where our Sunday Morning Service usually starts at 9:30am. Our church building is also used by Salford Elim Church who have a service in church starting at 11:30am on a Sunday morning. Two churches, one building; united in our love of God ~ we welcome you to join us!

Next Sunday, 9th November, is Remembrance Sunday: please join us in church at 9:30am for our Remembrance Sunday Service which will culminate in the national two minute silence at 11am; our annual opportunity to remember the fallen.

The Joy Of Christmas will be celebrated here with the following services:

Sunday 30th November at 9:30am Christingle Service for the benefit of The Children's Society

Sunday 14th December at 6pm Candlelit Carol Service  a joint service with friends from Salford Elim Church followed by mulled wine and mince pies

Sunday 21st December at 9:30am Nativity Service with Carols ~ followed by seasonal refreshments

Wednesday 24th December at 6pm the First Communion Of Christmas on Christmas Eve

Thursday 25th December at 9am Christmas Day Communion Service: a short service to welcome the light of the world at the start of Christmas Day 

Our Team Vicar is the Revd Gareth Thomas. Should you wish to contact Revd Gareth to discuss any baptism, wedding or funeral arrangements his telephone number is 0161 925 0059 (please leave a message and Gareth will return your call) or, alternatively, use the "Get In Touch" button on this website. 

Prayers in love and faith: St James (Hope) is happy to provide prayers of love and faith to all including same-sex couples who love one another and who wish to give thanks for and mark that love in faith before God. To celebrate in God’s presence the commitment two people have made to each other is an occasion for rejoicing. We are pleased to offer a service of prayer for those who are dedicating their life together that they may grow in faith, love and service as God’s blessing rests upon them. Please use the "Get In Touch" button to find out more.

Safeguarding: is very important to us at St James (Hope) Church. Please see the panel below for full Safeguarding information

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Revd Gareth Thomas

St John's Vicarage
91 Broomhall Road
Pendlebury
Swinton

M27 8XS
Incumbent
0161 925 0059
Tony Wood, Editor
07856 200711

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Sunday Communion Service

Every First, Second, Fourth Sunday at for 1 hour
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 9 Nov 2025
St James' Church Hope
Vicarage Close Salford Manchester, M6 8EJ, United Kingdom

Please join us for a Service of Holy Communion and hymns using the Common Worship Service Book which is followed by refreshments being served at the back of church ~ all are welcome!

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Safeguarding

Safeguarding: at St James Church Hope we work hard to maintain a safe environment for all. We are committed to implementing the House of Bishops’ safeguarding policies and good practice guidance.
If you have any concerns or enquiries regarding safeguarding, please contact our safeguarding officer.

Parish Safeguarding Officer: Sylvia McGreal Email: [email protected] Tel: 07729 839483

The Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is Abbey Clephane-Wilson, she can be contacted at [email protected] or at 0161 828 1465 / 07384 460958

Out of Hours Support: The Diocese of Manchester partners with thirtyone:eight and you can access their Safeguarding Helpline if the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is unavailable. Thirtyone:eight can be contacted on 0303 003 1111.

This also includes any safeguarding queries outside of office hours on weekdays and weekends. An Information Sharing Agreement between the two organisations will allow the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser to receive a copy of the advice thirtyone:eight may offer the caller.

In the case of an emergency: iIf you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Service.

Helplines: NSPCC Child Protection Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (lines free and open 24 hours).
Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours).
Parent Line: 0808 800 2222
National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours).
Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours).
Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 080 8808 8141 (free phone Monday to Friday 9-5pm)