St James, Birstwith

Morning services in Birstwith begin at 10.30.

On the first and third Sunday there is an Evensong at 6.30pm (no Communion)

On First and Second Sundays during Holy Communion services the Sunday School for 4 - 11yr old children meet in the hall during term time. At other services there is usually some craft provision at the back provided to occupy the children but no Sunday School.

To ensure we all keep safe please do not join us if you are unwell. (Temperature, cough, stomach upset).

The entrance for less mobile people is as usual through the Hall.

Hampsthwaite: St Thomas a Becket

A warm welcome awaits you at St Thomas a Becket church in the lovely village of Hampsthwaite.

The vicar, Reverend Suzy McCarter can be contacted by phone on 01423 772638 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Please note her day off is Tuesday.

Services are held in Hampsthwaite on the first three Sundays of every month and on the fourth (and, where they occur, fifth) Sundays we meet with the congregations of the other three churches in our Benefice; Killinghall, Birstwith and Felliscliffe, for joint worship. The venues for these Benefice services are on a rotational basis and details can be found by clicking on the "visit page" below and going to our calendar.

There is a Sunday School for primary school age children, during term time, in the community room on 1st and 3rd Sundays when the church are celebrating Holy Communion.

Felliscliffe: Chapel of Ease

Killinghall: St Thomas the Apostle

St Thomas the Apostle in Killinghall is a growing and very friendly and welcoming community of Christians. We would be delighted if you would like to join us for worship. Our services are held at 9.30am on Sundays and there is usually a craft activity for children. The first Sunday of the month is a Family friendly service providing an informal opportunity to sing praise to God and discuss the theme of the day and pray together. All ages are welcomed, we cultivate a relaxed atmosphere.

On 2nd and 3rd Sundays we celebrate Common Worship Holy Communion with hymns. 4th and 5th Sundays are benefice Sundays and we meet at 10.30am as a group of churches in one of the buildings to celebrate Holy Communion. Please check notice boards, magazines or web site to locate the benefice service.

The parish of Hampsthwaite & Killinghall is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Leeds’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.

Any questions please contact Reverend Suzy 01423 772638