Online Compline / Night Prayer

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 30 mins
Venue
Online
Address
Online

Weekly informal compline live-streamed on fb live from a range of traditions from Celtic to mediaeval plainsong. An Order of Service can be emailed at request

Bell Ringers' Practice

Occurring
Every Thursday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

Are you interested in exploring learning to Bell Ring either in our beautiful tower or handbells in the church, with our friendly groups of bell-ringers? An ancient art, good for gentle exercise, great way to meet others in the community, and simply good fun! Please message us if you would like to come along on [email protected]

Ring, Rejoice, Remember!

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

The tower bells will ring out today for an hour, telling the story of the community. If you would like to sponsor a two-minute slot of ringing in celebration or remembrance, please go to the attachment on the bottom of this page and download a sponsor form. Please check availability before sponsoring, and we will then also be able to advise you of your time slot. There is a recommended donation of £10 per slot - you will receive a certificate, and names can be added to our prayer area for the month of October. Let's ring out our love across the community.

The church will be open for refreshments with the opportunity to light a candle.

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Holy Communion with Sunday Club followed by refreshments

Occurring
Monthly. Every Third Sunday at for 1 hour, 15 mins
Break
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 16 Nov 2025
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

Holy Communion with robed servers, crucifer and hymns and using the high altar. We have a Sunday Club for primary aged children who have activities and stories before joining with the congregation at the offertory.

Please see 'current homily/sermons' tab on home page for a text of the Homily or sermon.

evening prayer on zoom

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 45 mins
Venue
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5589842329
Address
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5589842329

A friendly gathering from several different churches, and those who worship from home, following evening prayer from Common Worship, with a hymn, reading (for the Sunday from the lectionary), psalm, reflection and prayers, with a little time to chat afterwards. The web link can be found above
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5589842329

Praise and Prayer

Occurring
Monthly. Every Third Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

An informal service of singing and prayer, and candlelight: a gentle space for being, breathing, and letting God speak in your heart.
In church but if the weather is good in the summer, we sometimes hold the service outside in the churchyard.

Fortnightly Mid-Week Early 30 Minute Communion with Tea & Toast

Occurring
Tuesday 20 May 2025, Tuesday 03 June 2025, Tuesday 17 June 2025, Tuesday 01 July 2025, Tuesday 15 July 2025, Tuesday 29 July 2025, Tuesday 12 August 2025, Tuesday 26 August 2025, Tuesday 09 September 2025, Tuesday 23 September 2025, Tuesday 07 October 2025, Tuesday 21 October 2025 at for 30 mins
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

A short 30 minute service of Holy Communion with hot drinks and toast afterwards to get your day off to a positive start!

Venue alternates with S. Margaret's, Hasbury so please check where we are by calling the Parish Office 0121 550 1158 before travelling.

Sung Eucharist with Sunday Club followed by refreshments

Occurring
Every First, Second, Fourth, Fifth Sunday at for 1 hour
Break
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 9 Nov 2025
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

Join us for our morning service of Holy Communion with hymns. We have a Sunday Club for primary aged children who have activities and stories before joining with the congregation at the offertory.

Please see 'current homily/sermons' tab on home page for a text of the Homily or sermon.

Baby Loss Coffee morning

Occurring
Monthly. Every First Saturday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

On the First Saturday of every month. Our coffee mornings are for bereaved families who have experienced the heartbreak of losing a baby during pregnancy, at birth or soon after. Come along for support and understanding in a safe and compassionate environment, with tea, coffee and biscuits and some gentle craft activities on offer. Whether you're seeking advice, friendship or simply a listening ear, come and share together with parents and grandparents who have walked a path similar to your own. There is always an opportunity to light a candle for your loved one, and to say their name in love.

All Souls'

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

A gentle time to pray together, remembering all who have died and holding them in prayer, and especially those dear to us. Names will be read of those who have died, and there is an opportunity to light candles.

Holy Communion on Remembrance Day

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

Holy Communion with Hymns and optional Sunday Club for children, followed by refreshments, with a Remembrance theme ... starting at the earlier time of 9.15am in order to allow time for a cup of tea before the Act of Remembrance at 10.45 at the Outdoor Cross (please see separate tab under events and worship)

Remembrance at the Cross

Occurring
for 30 mins
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

A short outdoor act of Remembrance, led by lay-reader, Charles Morgan, with a two minutes' silence, held at the Oak War Memorial Cross in the churchyard. Do gather at the church if you don't know where this is. All are welcome

Remembrance Day Parade and Service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

Meeting at the Community Centre on Colley Lane, the parade will lead down to Church led by the Royal British Legion, Deputy Lord Lieutenant, and the Cross. We will gather at the War Memorial for the Wreath Laying and move to the Church for a time of worship and Act of Remembrance. Refreshments will follow at the Community Centre, following the parade back.

All are very welcome to attend.

Saturday Night at the Silent Movies with LIVE organ accompaniment

Occurring
for 2 hours, 30 mins
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

David Ivory back by popular demand!

David will give a concert of light music followed by the silent comedy "The Navigator" starring Buster Keaton with LIVE accompaniment on the Mighty Compton.

Admission is FREE and there will be post concert refreshments and a raffle.

Retiring collection in aid of St Peter's Community Vision Project to improve the community facilities of our church.

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Halas Together Worship at S. Peter, Lapal

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
S. Peter's Church Lapal
Address
S. Peter's Church Lapal, B62 0BH

In our Parish there are five church buildings, all part of one family. This Sunday there is no worship at S. Peter's as we worship together at our sister Church, S. Peter, Lapal... for a wonderful warm time of worship with Holy Communion and hymns. All are welcome as we celebrate

Handmade Christmas Craft Fayre

Occurring
for 4 hours
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

Lots of local crafters, tombola, bottle stall, homemade cakes, hot food and much more.

FREE entry

Advent Carols

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

Carols for the season of Advent - looking forward to the coming of the New Born King, a time of gentle worship with advent carols, prayers and poetry. Our visiting Choir, Oakville Singers, will also sing some beautiful advent choral music to melt the heart as we begin to follow the star and prepare our hearts for the coming King

Gentle Christmas

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

A gentle carol service for all who are finding the season difficult, whether through grief, sorrow or any other reason. With opportunity to hang a named bauble on our tree of love, which will remain there throughout the Christmas Season

Messy Advent -Christmas

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

Family activities and simple worship for children on the theme of Looking Forward to Christmas - the greatest gift of all. Lots of fun activities, songs and simple prayers for children aged 2 - 10, all finished with a simple meal. A lovely way to re-connect with the Real Meaning of Christmas. All are welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult

Candlelit Community Carols

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

A time to sing all your favourite carols! Come into a beautiful candlelit church, and start your Christmas together with carols and readings from the Christmas Story, all followed up by mince pies and mulled wine. Candles for adults, and light wands for the children - light and love for everyone

Family Crib and Christingle

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

Why not start Christmas with a little candlelight and carols and celebrate the old fashioned way? Candlelit Carols for all the family as we tell the Christmas Story and bring the figures to the Crib to be blessed for Christmas. The Church aglow with candles and full of warmth and cheer. Christingle oranges for all the family, singing carols in the light of the Christingle Candles, and our wonderful Christmas Trees - and we raise money for the Children's Society. All followed by mince pies and mulled wine. Come early to get a seat as this service is very popular for all the community

Candlelit First Mass of Christmas - 'midnight mass'

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

The First Mass of Christmas. A Candlelit Holy Communion service with christmas Carols, celebrating and welcoming the New Born Jesus.

Christmas Day Holy Communion

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

Holy Communion for all the family with carols and celebration as we welcome the new born Jesus. Sing some of your favourite carols to start Christmas Day and share in a little love and community over refreshments. There is a play area and activities for children. Children are welcome to bring a new toy/ present with them for blessing and thanksgiving. All are welcome

Christmas Holy Communion for S. Stephen's Day

Occurring
for 45 mins
Venue
St Peter's, Cradley
Address
Church Road Cradley HALESOWEN, B63 2UL, United Kingdom

A gentle, short, said Holy Communion with a Carol, to keep the Christmas Celebrations going. We remember on this day the first Martyr of our faith - S. Stephen, as we hold into the light of Christmas all the pain and violence of the world. Why not take a little time out on the start of this holy day to give thanks for all that has been over Christmas, and to continue to celebrate together. Christmas is too good to be over on the 25th December....