WELCOME

Growing in Faith, Hope and Love

St Mary's is the Church of England parish church for Storrington (including Cootham) in West Sussex.  Whoever you are, you'll find a warm welcome at our services and activities.  We believe that everyone is loved by God and is part of his family.  Whatever your background, whatever your level of faith or doubt, whatever the story of your life, we'll be glad to see you.

Our church building is normally open during the day - many people use it - and the peaceful churchyard has beautiful views over the South Downs National Park.  It's a great place to be, and a great place to be yourself.

SUNDAY WORSHIP IN CHURCH

On Sunday, we gather in the church building for worship at 8am Holy Communion (BCP)  for a quiet said service and at 10am for Parish Holy Communion (Common Worship) our main morning service, with a sung Holy Communion setting, sermon/interactive talk, and rousing & thoughtful hymns.  Refreshments are served afterwards - please do stay to chat.  The service is also available on Zoom - please enquire for details.  On the 1st and 2nd Sundays we meet at 6pm (summer BST) 4pm (winter GMT) for Evensong (BCP), a quiet traditional service of sung Evening Prayer, followed with hymns and sermon.    

MIDWEEK WORSHIP

MORNING PRAYER IN CHURCH WITH FR JONATHAN (Tuesday to Friday)

Start the day with Morning Prayer in the church building at 8.45am - 9.15am led by the Rector.

MIDWEEK HOLY COMMUNION (On a monthly cycle)

During the week we meet for worship on the 2nd Wednesday in the month at 10am for Wednesday Morning Holy Communion (BCP).  This is followed by Café in the Church – refreshments and friendly chat.

On the 4th Wednesday in the month at 2pm for Wednesday Afternoon Holy Communion (BCP). This is followed by Café in the Church – refreshments and friendly chat.

We also meet in the afternoon of the 5th Wednesday in the month at 2pm for Holy Communion (BCP) followed by Café in the Church – refreshments and friendly chat.

MESSY CHURCH IN THE CHURCH (First Saturday of the month) Starting 7th November 2026

Meeting on the 1st Saturday of the month 09.30-11.30am in the church building.  It's for everyone and all ages: Craft activities, games, songs, Godly Play and delicious treats!  Free.