Join us as we experience new life as darkness is turned into light

This is the single most important moment in the whole Church year. For this is the night of Christian Passover, the night when Jesus ‘passes over’ from death to life. The Church meets at break of dawn, watching and waiting in vigil. Then, as the watching and waiting ends, the world of darkness gives way to the rising Son of God! We celebrate Christ’s victory and our own ‘passing over’ from sin and death to newness of life in the risen Lord.

We begin around the New Fire, and begin the Vigil which consists of readings and psalms in which we recall the salvation history of the people of God. The Easter Candle is then lit and blessed. From this we light our own candles ready for the Easter Proclamation and the Gospel.

Then, after the Easter Gospel, we gather around the font for the Baptismal Liturgy, in which we renew, and are renewed in, our baptism and our commitment to Christian discipleship.

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Our main Sunday service is for all the community and ably supported by our choir. The service which includes music, a sermon and prayers, helps us reflect on what God is doing in our lives and in the world. Refreshments are available after the service.

Join us as we celebrate Christ's Resurrection on this most Holy Day with our Easter Day Sung Eucharist

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A morning of fun activities, snacks and singing (and conversation for the adults too!).

A lunch time group for all - no need to book, just come along. A light lunch will be served. Please ensure to inform us of any dietary requirements and allergies.

A fun social group for all in the community - if you enjoy good conversation, and playing board games, this will be right up your street.

We have had a dressmaking group at St Matthew’s Church for over 25 years. During that time we have had some very interesting projects. Some of our members make new outfits, others do alterations or adjustments, to original garments, as fashion changes. We can offer basic help for those who are beginners, and ongoing help for those with more experience.

This is our weekly family-friendly service which may sometimes take an alternative approach to worship compared to the traditional Sunday Eucharist.

Do you love singing? Our choir is a friendly and welcoming group of people who are always on the lookout for new members! Come and join us and immerse yourself in the beauty of the English choral tradition.