Benefice Advent and Christmas Services

Occurring
for 24 days, 10 hours
Venue
St John the Baptist
Address
Market Street Atherton Manchester M46 0DD, M46 0DD, United Kingdom
St George
Address
Tavistock Street Atherton Manchester M46, M46 0LE, United Kingdom
St Philip
Address
Crosby Street Atherton Manchester M46 9FD, M46 9FD, United Kingdom
St Michael & All Angels
Address
Leigh Road Howe Bridge Atherton M46 0PH, M46 0PH, United Kingdom

Please join us in any of our churches.
Sunday 1st December - Toy Service, All churches
Sunday 1st December - Advent Carol Service, St Philip’s, 6.30pm
Thursday 5th December - Astley Youth Band, St John’s, 7pm
Sunday 15th December - Atherton & Hindsford Carol Service, St John’s, 4pm
Sunday 15th December - Howe Bridge Carol Service, St Michael’s, 6.30pm
Wednesday 18th December - Blue Christmas, St Philips, 7pm
Christmas Eve
Christingle, St Michael’s, 3.30pm
Crib Service, St Philip’s, 4pm
1st Eucharist, St John’s, 7pm
1st Eucharist, St Michael’s & St Philip’s, 11pm
Christmas Day -
10am Joint Service, St George’

Said Eucharist

Occurring
Every Tuesday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Philip
Address
Crosby Street Atherton Manchester M46 9FD, M46 9FD, United Kingdom

A lovely Midweek Eucharistic Service.
On the first Tuesday of the month there are hot drinks and cakes

Coffee Morning

Occurring
Every Tuesday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St George
Address
Tavistock Street Atherton Manchester M46, M46 0LE, United Kingdom

Come along for a friendly welcome, and a chat over tea/coffee and biscuits.
During School Holidays there will be Children's Crafts for Primary School Children. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. No charge, just a donation.

Bible Study

Occurring
Every Tuesday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Philip
Address
Crosby Street Atherton Manchester M46 9FD, M46 9FD, United Kingdom

Daytime Bible Study Group in St Philip’s Church Meeting Room

Said Eucharist

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Michael & All Angels
Address
Leigh Road Howe Bridge Atherton M46 0PH, M46 0PH, United Kingdom

All welcome

Friday Coffee Morning

Occurring
Every Friday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Anne's Hall
Address
St John's Church Market Street Atherton, United Kingdom

Meet for coffee/tea and a chat, with biscuits, tea cakes or toast. Donations welcome.

Sunday Morning Service at St George's Church

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St George
Address
Tavistock Street Atherton Manchester M46, M46 0LE, United Kingdom

There is a Eucharistic Service on the 1st and 3rd Sunday every month, and Morning Worship on the 2nd and 4th Sunday. When there is a 5th Sunday in the month there will be a Joint Benefice Service at St John's Church at 10.00am

Little Blessings Adult & Toddler Group (Term Time)

Occurring
Every Monday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St George's School
Address

Being held at St George's School, Atherton.
We need volunteers! If you like making tea or drinking tea and chatting, then you can help. We need people to be with the families that come, offering a smiling face and good chat or play. Perhaps you’re a ‘behind the scenes’ person renowned for making the best brew this side of Tyldesley and your clearing up would make Mary Poppins proud, then come and help in the kitchen.
If you are free on Mondays, 9am10.30am (if you can only come for some, not all of that time then it is still a great help) and would like to be a part of this exciting new group then please speak to Rev Hannah.

This event happens term time only

A Place To Be/Craft Group

Occurring
Every Monday at for 2 hours
Venue
St John the Baptist
Address
Market Street Atherton Manchester M46 0DD, M46 0DD, United Kingdom

Meeting in St Anne's Hall at the back of St Johns Church. No charge, donations. Everyone is welcome to join in.

Knit & Natter

Occurring
Monthly. Every Second Wednesday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Philip
Address
Crosby Street Atherton Manchester M46 9FD, M46 9FD, United Kingdom

Just turn up. Come along and have a good natter, and find out what the latest knitting project is - making stars for Christmas. All are welcome. Drinks and cake will be provided.

Atherton & Hindsford Carol Service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St John the Baptist
Address
Market Street Atherton Manchester M46 0DD, M46 0DD, United Kingdom

Join us in St John's for our carol. Enjoy singing the festive favorites along with our choir.

Howe Bridge Carol Service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Michael & All Angels
Address
Leigh Road Howe Bridge Atherton M46 0PH, M46 0PH, United Kingdom

Join us for our carol service in St Michael's & All Angels

Blue Christmas

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Philip
Address
Crosby Street Atherton Manchester M46 9FD, M46 9FD, United Kingdom

A place to be quite and seek support this Christmas

Messy Church

Occurring
Monthly. Every Third Saturday at for 1 hour, 15 mins
Venue
St Philip
Address
Crosby Street Atherton Manchester M46 9FD, M46 9FD, United Kingdom

Come and experience church in a very different way! We participate in and experience worship while having a lot of fun. There are snacks, Bible stories, songs, crafts, interactive activities and of course noise.
We move about quite a lot in Messy Church, as we understand that we all learn and worship in a variety of ways.
Being part of God’s family is important, and as such, families with children of all ages develop friendships within and beyond our monthly sessions. Please let Revd Hannah know if you wish to come. [email protected]

Christingle

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Michael & All Angels
Address
Leigh Road Howe Bridge Atherton M46 0PH, M46 0PH, United Kingdom

Join us as we begin our Christmas Eve services

Crib Service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Philip
Address
Crosby Street Atherton Manchester M46 9FD, M46 9FD, United Kingdom

Join us as we have some family fun on Christmas Eve. Don't forgot to dress up as your favorite nativity character.

Christmas Day Service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St George
Address
Tavistock Street Atherton Manchester M46, M46 0LE, United Kingdom

Join us on Christmas day

Atherton Prayer Breakfast, Monthly,

Occurring
Monthly. Every Fourth Saturday at for 1 hour
Venue
Address

All the churches in Atherton come together for a breakfast and to pray for our community.
The Prayer Breakfast happens Every 4th Saturday - please check the Monthly Diary for the date and venue.

Men's Breakfast

Occurring
Saturday 19 October 2024 at for 1 hour, 15 mins
Venue
Address

A men’s group that will include a full breakfast, a short talk, and a chat. There is a cost of £10 to cover food and a drink; this is payable on the day. Please spread the word! All men (16+) are welcome. To book email [email protected] or call 07761133042 or use the event link on facebook: wwwfacebook.com/ahhchurches. For lots more information see www.athertonparish.co.uk/mens.

This event happens every 2 months

Sunday School at St Philip's Church

Occurring
Sunday 10 March 2024, Sunday 17 March 2024, Sunday 14 April 2024, Sunday 21 April 2024 at for 1 hour
Venue
St Philip
Address
Crosby Street Atherton Manchester M46 9FD, M46 9FD, United Kingdom

Sunday School is for school age children. We are in need of more leaders to join our children's teams. If you feel you are able to help please have a word with a warden. It takes place on the 2nd and 3rd Sunday during the Morning Service during term time only

This event happens every 2nd & 3rd Sunday except during school holidays

Booking a Baptism

Occurring
Tuesday 08 October 2024, Tuesday 22 October 2024 at for 30 mins
Venue
St John the Baptist
Address
Market Street Atherton Manchester M46 0DD, M46 0DD, United Kingdom

If you would like to know more about baptism or would like to book a baptism, you will need to make an appointment to attend a booking surgery, please email us on [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming you.

This event happens regularly - please make an appointment