Advent Prayer Retreat Day

Saturday 28 November 2026 Saturday at for 5 hours, 30 mins
St Mary's Church, Doddington
Church Lane Doddington March, PE15 0SP, United Kingdom
St Nicolas Church, High Street, Manea
High Street Manea, PE15 0JD, United Kingdom
The Church of Christ, Christchurch
Church Road Christchurch, PE14 9PQ, United Kingdom
St Mary the Virgin, Welney
Main Street Welney, PE14 9RB, United Kingdom
St Peter’s Church, Wimblington
Church Street Wimblington March, PE15 0QS, United Kingdom
St Mary The Virgin, Benwick
Village Hall 64 High Street Benwick March, PE15 0XG, United Kingdom

Join in a day of quiet prayer and reflection exploring the theme of waiting on God. Beat the Christmas rush and connect with God in prayer. Licensed Lay Minister Sue Collinson will gently lead you to encounter God through prayers and poems that open up our need to wait on God's presence. No previous experience of prayer is necessary.

The retreat will start with refreshments at 9:30am on Saturday 28th November 2026, and finish at 3pm. Simple lunch provided at no charge.

Location: The Rectory, 8 Church Street, Wimblington, Cambs. PE15 0QS

St Mary The Virgin, Benwick

Welcome to the Christian community in Benwick, part of the Six Fen Churches.

We are a friendly and welcoming community, gathering for worship at 3.00 pm on the second Sunday of each month in the annex next to Benwick Village Hall.

Whether you are a regular churchgoer, new to the area, exploring faith, or simply thinking about coming along, you will be very welcome to join us.

You are also warmly invited to services, events and activities taking place across the other Six Fen Churches.

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Debbie Ewing - Benefice Administrator

Benefice Administrator
07427 214922

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Advent Prayer Retreat Day

Saturday 28 November 2026 Saturday at for 5 hours, 30 mins
St Mary's Church, Doddington
Church Lane Doddington March, PE15 0SP, United Kingdom
St Nicolas Church, High Street, Manea
High Street Manea, PE15 0JD, United Kingdom
The Church of Christ, Christchurch
Church Road Christchurch, PE14 9PQ, United Kingdom
St Mary the Virgin, Welney
Main Street Welney, PE14 9RB, United Kingdom
St Peter’s Church, Wimblington
Church Street Wimblington March, PE15 0QS, United Kingdom
St Mary The Virgin, Benwick
Village Hall 64 High Street Benwick March, PE15 0XG, United Kingdom

Join in a day of quiet prayer and reflection exploring the theme of waiting on God. Beat the Christmas rush and connect with God in prayer. Licensed Lay Minister Sue Collinson will gently lead you to encounter God through prayers and poems that open up our need to wait on God's presence. No previous experience of prayer is necessary.

The retreat will start with refreshments at 9:30am on Saturday 28th November 2026, and finish at 3pm. Simple lunch provided at no charge.

Location: The Rectory, 8 Church Street, Wimblington, Cambs. PE15 0QS

Our Benefice

Safeguarding

Our Parish is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Benefice Safeguarding Officer (BSO) Andy Street.

Our Diocese’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our BSO.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the BSO (Andy Street - ‭07880 631 309‬) or the Diocesan Safeguarding Duty Messaging Service to leave a message for the team on 01353 652 747).

More information can be found in the link below. 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.

St Mary The Virgin, Benwick Charity No. 614320