Peacemaking in the Gospel and in our Time

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
, The Rectory, 17A Edward Road, Dorchester DT1 2HL

Pursuing Peace between people of different faiths.

The Rectory, 17A Edward Road,
Dorchester DT1 2HL

Ruth Jones MP will lead a discussion based on her parliamentary experience as a Labour Party Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief. All are welcome. Free entry

Sung Eucharist

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour, 10 mins
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

The robed choir assist us in our worship, while the company of servers maintain the dignity of the liturgy. The sermon offers a reflection of the readings and the intercessions focus our prayers. After the service we serve refreshments and our fellowship continues.

Bible Study

Occurring
Monday 24 November 2025, Monday 08 December 2025, Monday 22 December 2025, Monday 05 January 2026, Monday 19 January 2026, Monday 02 February 2026, Monday 16 February 2026, Monday 02 March 2026, Monday 16 March 2026 at for 1 hour
Venue
St Mary's Vicarage
Address
St Mary's Vicarage, 17a Edward Road, Dorchester Dorset, DT1 2HL, United Kingdom

A fortnightly opportunity to reflect on our Sunday Bible readings in more detail, and to pray together.

Morning Prayer

Occurring
Every Tuesday at for 15 mins
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

A simple said act of worship to start the day.

Said Eucharist

Occurring
Every Tuesday at for 30 mins
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

Midweek moment to pray and celebrate Holy Communion

Midweek Contemplative Prayer

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 30 mins
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

We enter God's presence, listen to a simple reflection, and hold a time of silence together.

Healing Eucharist

Occurring
Monthly. Every Fifth Sunday at for 1 hour, 10 mins
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

Where there is a fifth Sunday in the month, our regular Sung Eucharist includes a liturgy of anointing and prayers for healing, and the sermon will reflects on the theme of healing. Our pastoral team offer prayer and laying on of hands after the service in the side chapel.

Advent Concert

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

Informal concert of flute, piano and organ for the season

Said Eucharist

Occurring
Every First Sunday at for 30 mins
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

Once a month we have a simple and reflective act of Holy Communion in the side chapel. This said service is about 30 minutes in length and offers an opportunity to rest in the love of God.

Taize Service

Occurring
Every First Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

This service draws exclusively on the songs of the Taize community to offer a reflective service of prayer and thanksgiving. Simple repetitive chants, icons and candles are key elements of this evening service.

Community Carol Service

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

You're invited to join the St Mary's Carol Service

Crib Service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

Do join us

Midnight Mass

Occurring
for 45 mins
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

A special Christmas Eve event

Christmas Morning Eucharist

Occurring
for 1 hour, 15 mins
Venue
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Address
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

You're very welcome