Act of Remembrance on 80th Anniversary of VJ Day

for 30 mins
Oldham War Memorial
Oldham War Memorial, Oldham War Memorial, Church Terrace, Oldham., OL1 3AN

What is Victory over Japan Day?
VJ Day marks the anniversary of 15 August 1945 when Japan announced its surrender to the Allied forces. 
The surrender was met with relief and celebration that after six long years the Second World War was finally over. 
While millions took part in parades and street parties, there was also great sadness - the human cost was enormous and many eagerly awaited the safe return of loved ones.  
Over 90,000 British troops were casualties in the war against Japan - 30,000 died and 37,500 were held as prisoners of war. 
For hundreds of thousands of service personnel from Britain and the Commonwealth, it would take many months to be reunited with loved ones, some of whom they hadn’t seen for more than five years.

Oldham Parish Church

Welcome to Oldham Parish Church situated in the heart of Oldham Town Centre. There has been a worshipping Christian presence on this site since 1280. We invite you to join us in keeping the flame of faith burning today. We worship together every Sunday at 10:30am and every Wednesday at 10am. All are welcome!    

Our parish of Oldham: St Mary w St Peter is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Manchester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO Martcha Thomas or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor Abbey Clephane-Wilson. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

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Vicar: (The Reverend Canon) Daniel Burton

The Rectory
Prince Charlie Street
Oldham

OL1 4HJ
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0161 624 4866
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Act of Remembrance on 80th Anniversary of VJ Day

for 30 mins
Oldham War Memorial
Oldham War Memorial, Oldham War Memorial, Church Terrace, Oldham., OL1 3AN

What is Victory over Japan Day?
VJ Day marks the anniversary of 15 August 1945 when Japan announced its surrender to the Allied forces. 
The surrender was met with relief and celebration that after six long years the Second World War was finally over. 
While millions took part in parades and street parties, there was also great sadness - the human cost was enormous and many eagerly awaited the safe return of loved ones.  
Over 90,000 British troops were casualties in the war against Japan - 30,000 died and 37,500 were held as prisoners of war. 
For hundreds of thousands of service personnel from Britain and the Commonwealth, it would take many months to be reunited with loved ones, some of whom they hadn’t seen for more than five years.

Safeguarding

"Our parish of Oldham: St Mary w St Peter is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Manchester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO Martcha Thomas or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor Abbey Clephane-Wilson. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services."

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