Maundy Thursday

for 2 hours
St Matthew's Church, Chadderton
St Matthew's Church Burnley Lane Chadderton Oldham, OL1 2RE, United Kingdom

Join us as we celebrate Jesus’ gift of the Eucharist, given to us at the Last Supper.

On this night we focus on Jesus’ command (mandatum) to love one another as he loves us. Jesus’ love is shown in all its fullness on the cross. But on the night before his death, Jesus washes his friends’ feet as an act of loving service. This is the kind of practical love which must characterise our life together as a Christian community, and so we re-enact the Foot Washing as a sign of our commitment to that love.

The love of Jesus was also expressed at the Last Supper by his giving to us of the Eucharist. At the end of the service the Blessed Sacrament of Christ’s Body and Blood is carried to another part of church and a Watch of Silent Prayer is kept.

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St Matthew's Church, Chadderton

At St Matthew's, we are living out our call to share the Gospel in Faith, Hope and Love. Our church, situated in the Parish of St Matthew and St Luke, Chadderton, is a vibrant, welcoming, and inclusive place of worship.

Explore these pages and visit our website to find out more about us, our people, and our ministry as a parish. If you have any questions or queries, feel free to get in touch with us and we'd be happy to help!

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The Revd Elizabeth Devall

St Matthew's Church
Burnley Lane
Chadderton
Oldham

OL1 2RE
Church Office
(0161) 652 4006

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Maundy Thursday

for 2 hours
St Matthew's Church, Chadderton
St Matthew's Church Burnley Lane Chadderton Oldham, OL1 2RE, United Kingdom

Join us as we celebrate Jesus’ gift of the Eucharist, given to us at the Last Supper.

On this night we focus on Jesus’ command (mandatum) to love one another as he loves us. Jesus’ love is shown in all its fullness on the cross. But on the night before his death, Jesus washes his friends’ feet as an act of loving service. This is the kind of practical love which must characterise our life together as a Christian community, and so we re-enact the Foot Washing as a sign of our commitment to that love.

The love of Jesus was also expressed at the Last Supper by his giving to us of the Eucharist. At the end of the service the Blessed Sacrament of Christ’s Body and Blood is carried to another part of church and a Watch of Silent Prayer is kept.

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Everyday faith

Discover how we can support you to find and follow God in your everyday life.

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Safeguarding

Our Parish of St Matthew and St Luke, Chadderton 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 PSO is Karen Butterworth who can be contacted via email at StMatthews.PSO[at]gmail.com. Note you can also contact a member of our clergy or Churchwarden Team who will be able to signpost you to the most relevant service for assistance.

The Diocese of Manchester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information that you may find useful. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor. 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.

You can find details about support services available to you on our website by clicking the link below or on the Safeguarding tab on our A Church Near You Page.

Get Support & Contact Our PSO

St Matthew's Church, Chadderton Charity No. 1143492