During the autumn, winter and early spring, St Mary's is open for you to spend some quiet time and in private prayer every day, from 9.30 am to 4.00pm. The only exception is when there is a service or an event in the Church. If you are making a special trip and want to double check before you visit, do drop us a message, via the Get in Touch section.

This is a shorter (said) version of a Eucharist service, without the hymns or a sermon.

St Mary's has an enthusiastic robed choir who lead the congregation in worship, accompanied by the organ.

They also perform anthems for special services, and are particularly busy over Easter and Christmas, with both Advent and Christmas carol services.

Choir practice is in St Mary's Church on Wednesdays at 7:00pm. Newcomers, ideally with a basic ability to read music, are always welcome.

Find out more from Angela North

A service of Holy Communion which usually includes a sermon and four hymns. The term "Sung" means that, in addition to the hymns, some parts of the service are sung by the congregation. The words and music are in the service booklet and are easy to sing!

Evensong is a service that’s traditionally held - as the name suggests - in the evening, marking the passing of another day in faith. It’s fairly short, usually around 40 minutes, and features choral music, readings and prayers.

For more information, contact Sue.
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"Lost in the forest"

An all-day drop-in drama and crafts day....

Come and follow the story of the Old Believers deep in the Siberian forest -

Meet a tree-hugging painter and a meteorite hunter...

Learn how to decorate wooden spoons and make a rosary that is very different to anything you might expect....we'll rehearse our drama during the day, and then perform it.

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This service celebrates Christ the King Sunday, the last Sunday before Advent. A service of Holy Communion which includes a sermon and four hymns. The term "Sung" means that, in addition to the hymns, some parts of the service are sung by the congregation. The words and music are in the service booklet and are easy to sing!

Next session - Tuesday, 1st December.

Join us on a brand-new journey of discovery as we open up the world's most famous book together - exploring its timeless message!

Sessions will be held on a relaxed, friendly basis with the emphasis firmly on fun, fellowship, group learning, sharing and discovery. Whether you are looking at the Bible for the very first time, or just revisiting an old friend, these sessions are open to everyone.

Bibles are provided on the night, but please feel free to bring your favourite copy from home if you prefer. Any translation is fine!

Coffee, tea and biscuits will be provided!

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Usually held on the first Thursday of every month, this informal drop-in session for a cup of coffee (or tea, if you'd prefer) and a friendly welcome is on the move this month due to holidays and to coincide with Ride + Stride. Come and say hello - the kettle's on!

An all-age service for Advent, led by the choir.

Plumtree School's Annual Carol Concerts

Plumtree School - Celebration Assembly & Nativity Play

A candlelit traditional service of lessons and carols. The service consists of the reading of nine lessons, taken from various books of the Bible and covering the main themes of the Nativity story, together with the singing of Christmas carols. Followed by mulled wine and mince pies

Christingle is a joyful celebration that brings families and communities together to share the light of Jesus and spread a message of hope. A relaxed service, ideal for families with babies, toddlers or older children.
Christingle celebrations are named after the Christingles that are lit during the ceremony. Christingles are oranges wrapped in red tape, decorated with dried fruit or sweets, with a candle on the top. Each element of a Christingle has a special meaning and helps to tell the Christian story:
The orange represents the world
The red ribbon (or tape) symbolises the love and blood of Christ
The sweets and dried fruit represent all of God’s creations
The lit candle represents Jesus’s light in the world, bringing hope to people living in darkness.

A service of Holy Communion for Christmas Day.

PLEASE NOTE THE EARLIER TIME OF 9.30AM

We look forward to seeing you at our next service of Holy Communion on Wednesday, 30th December at 10.30am.

All Age Services are held regularly, with varying themes, throughout the year and are especially tailored for families with children. It has popular hymns, shorter readings and, instead of a sermon, the children are directly involved in the proceedings.

This service is taken from the Book of Common Prayer and includes hymns, a sermon and Holy Communion.

Holy Communion with imposition of ashes

This much-loved service, from the Book of Common Prayer, was written in the 17th century, and features language which is more than a little Shakespearean. The language invites us to pause over many of the beautiful phrases, and ponder on our relationship with our powerful and loving God.

Today we give thanks for our Mums and those who nurture, care and inspire. Do bring something along to the service which makes you think of your Mum. During today's service a small posy of flowers will be presented to all women in our congregation.

Our morning service on 14th March 2027 will include a dramatisation of the Passion of Christ and will provide for a reflective start to Passion Sunday, leading to Palm Sunday and on through Holy week into Easter.

In the Lenten season, Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday.
This Sunday observes Jesus's triumphant and joyful entrance into Jerusalem, marked by jubilant crowds waving palm branches, which symbolize victory over sin, peace, and eternal life.
(see Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1-11, Luke 19:28-44, and John 12:12-19).
The choir hold palm branches as they process into the chancel.

Because Thursday night of Holy Week corresponds to the Last Supper, it includes Jesus saying, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another as I have loved you.” This is the night of that New Commandment, in other words, it is New Commandment Thursday. The word 'Maundy' is derived from 'Commandment'.
At the end of this service, the altar is stripped of linens, candles and hangings leaving bare. It is a solemn, quiet ceremony. It represents Christ being stripped for crucifixion and the desolation of the coming Good Friday.

A quiet time of reflection. Drop in and out at any time during this hour to listen to devotional music.

A service of hymns, readings, prayer and reflection on Jesus's last hour.
Congregations typically leave in silence after the Good Friday service reflecting the solemnity of Christ's death and burial. The service ends without a final blessing or dismissal.

On Easter Sunday, we celebrate because Jesus died for our sins and then rose again.
Throughout Lent, St Mary's is kept stark and bare but on Easter Sunday, the church is decorated with flowers and the sombre purple of Lent is replaced with celebratory white or gold.
There is a joyful feel to our Easter Sunday service with uplifting music and repeated alleluias (an exclamation of joyful praise).

"Noah's Ark"

More details to follow...!

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"Kon-Tiki"

Sail away to adventure this summer! More details to follow...!

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