Maundy Thursday - Service of Holy Communion

for 2 hours
St Mary's, Storrington
Church St/School Lane Storrington West Sussex, RH20 4LJ, United Kingdom

Maundy Thursday Holy Communion Service
We gather to celebrate the Institution of Holy Communion as we recall the events of The Last Supper and Jesus' final commandment (mandate - maundy) of love for one another. We come together in love and share together the bread and the wine, as Jesus instructed us to 'do this in remembrance of me'.
The service includes the priest washing the feet of some of the congregation to recall what Jesus did at the Last Supper.
Towards the end of the service we recall the shadows of that event and the altar communion table is stripped and we are invited to 'Watch and Pray' with Jesus, as he did in the Garden of Gethsemane. The Watch will conclude at 9pm.
We depart the church in silence.

St Mary's, Storrington

WELCOME

Faith, Hope and Love in the heart of Storrington.

St Mary's is the Church of England parish church for Storrington (and 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 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

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, hymns, and refreshments served afterwards.  The service is also available on Zoom - please enquire for details.  On the 1st and 2nd Sundays we meet at 6pm for Evensong (BCP), a quiet traditional service of sung Evening Prayer, followed with hymns and sermon.    

On the first Sunday of the month is Family Worship at 10am.  An informal service All-age and family friendly, interactive worship, sometimes with Holy Communion, with refreshments served afterwards.

MIDWEEK WORSHIP (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.

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Revd Jonathan Swindells (Rector)

Rectory Office
Rectory Road
Storrington
West Sussex

RH20 4EF
Revd Jonathan Swindells
07538 011 579
Mrs Vivien Stuart (Parish Secretary)
01903 742 888

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Maundy Thursday - Service of Holy Communion

for 2 hours
St Mary's, Storrington
Church St/School Lane Storrington West Sussex, RH20 4LJ, United Kingdom

Maundy Thursday Holy Communion Service
We gather to celebrate the Institution of Holy Communion as we recall the events of The Last Supper and Jesus' final commandment (mandate - maundy) of love for one another. We come together in love and share together the bread and the wine, as Jesus instructed us to 'do this in remembrance of me'.
The service includes the priest washing the feet of some of the congregation to recall what Jesus did at the Last Supper.
Towards the end of the service we recall the shadows of that event and the altar communion table is stripped and we are invited to 'Watch and Pray' with Jesus, as he did in the Garden of Gethsemane. The Watch will conclude at 9pm.
We depart the church in silence.

Safeguarding

The Parish Church of St Mary, Storrington, is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Chichester’s safeguarding web pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the Parish Safeguarding Officer, Stephen Bloxham 07391 387 225 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor, Colin Perkins on 01273 425030. 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.

Diocese of Chichester Safeguarding

St Mary's, Storrington Charity No. 1164989