Our normal service pattern is a Morning Praise service, a relaxed service for all ages using the screen, at 11.00 on the first Sunday of the month. Coffee and tea are served from 10.30. On the third Sunday there is a traditional Holy Communion service at 9.30 followed by refreshments. Occasionally this pattern is disrupted by special events but all the information is in Village Life which is distributed to every home in the benefice.

Morning Praise

Occurring
Monthly. Every First Sunday at for 1 hour
Break
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 7 Dec 2025
Venue
St Mary's
Address
Wath Ripon, HG4 5PG, United Kingdom

This is an informal service using the computer and screen for both hymns and other content. There is no communion at this service. Children and young people are very welcome. There is an area at the back of the church with toys, books and colouring. From January to March this service takes place in the Samwaies Hall.

All Souls service

Occurring
for 45 mins
Venue
St Mary's
Address
Wath Ripon, HG4 5PG, United Kingdom

A quiet informal service where we remember those who have died, whether recently or longer ago. There is an opportunity to reflect, give thanks and light a candle.

Remembrance service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary's
Address
Wath Ripon, HG4 5PG, United Kingdom

Traditional service of remembrance

Holy Communion

Occurring
Monthly. Every Third Sunday at for 1 hour
Break
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 21 Dec 2025
Venue
St Mary's
Address
Wath Ripon, HG4 5PG, United Kingdom

Service led by Rev James

Evensong

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary's
Address
Wath Ripon, HG4 5PG, United Kingdom

Traditional evening service

Songs of Praise

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
Melmerby Village Hall
Address
Melmerby Village Hall

A very informal gathering with tea and coffee, a chance for a chat and to sing favourite hymns. All are welcome.

Advent Holy Communion

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary's
Address
Wath Ripon, HG4 5PG, United Kingdom

United benefice communion for Advent

Christingle

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary's
Address
Wath Ripon, HG4 5PG, United Kingdom

Annual service including creating a Christingle from an orange, sweets and a candle. Ideal for families. Followed by Santa taking us all to the Village Hall for refreshments.

Advent carol service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary's
Address
Wath Ripon, HG4 5PG, United Kingdom

Our annual service of carols and readings. Usually a pack-out so come in good time! Bring your singing voices with you.

Christmas Day Communion

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary's
Address
Wath Ripon, HG4 5PG, United Kingdom

Traditional Christmas Day morning Holy Communion led by Rev James