Good Friday Celebration of the Cross

for 1 hour
St Matthew's Church, Chadderton
St Matthew's Church Burnley Lane Chadderton Oldham, OL1 2RE, United Kingdom

Join us as we experience the love of God from the cross

This day is a triumphant celebration of Christ’s victory. For on the Cross he triumphs over sin and death; that we might live for ever with him. We focus on the instrument of execution on which our Lord died for us. The Cross is brought into church, there is a time of silent adoration, and people may come forward and spend a moment there in reflection, a moment of intimacy with the crucified Christ. You may kneel or stand before the Cross or remain seated in contemplation.

Holy Communion is the means by which we are united with Christ in his self-offering to the Father. And so the consecrated bread from last night’s Eucharist is brought out and distributed to the people.

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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
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(0161) 652 4006

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Good Friday Celebration of the Cross

for 1 hour
St Matthew's Church, Chadderton
St Matthew's Church Burnley Lane Chadderton Oldham, OL1 2RE, United Kingdom

Join us as we experience the love of God from the cross

This day is a triumphant celebration of Christ’s victory. For on the Cross he triumphs over sin and death; that we might live for ever with him. We focus on the instrument of execution on which our Lord died for us. The Cross is brought into church, there is a time of silent adoration, and people may come forward and spend a moment there in reflection, a moment of intimacy with the crucified Christ. You may kneel or stand before the Cross or remain seated in contemplation.

Holy Communion is the means by which we are united with Christ in his self-offering to the Father. And so the consecrated bread from last night’s Eucharist is brought out and distributed to the people.

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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