Hadleigh: St James the Less

St James the Less is a stunningly beautiful grade one listed building and offers a comfortable, warm and well-lit environment for Christian worship. The Saxon and Norman architecture is complemented by a range of contemporary features which include baby-changing facilities, easy access for those with disabilities, a hearing loop system, a modern meeting room and a new carpeted worship area.

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Rev Mark Smeed

Associate Minister
01268 211009
What's on

Blue Christmas

for 1 hour
Hadleigh: St James the Less
High Street Hadleigh Southend, SS7 2PA, United Kingdom

This service in church offers a quiet, reflective space for those who find the Christmas season difficult due to grief, loss, loneliness, or other struggles. It acknowledges pain while still offering hope and comfort - a sacred space in which to grieve but also find hope.

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News

Helpers needed!

As an ageing congregation doing our best to take care of an ancient building and determined that the Church should continue to thrive, any offers of help would be gratefully received.

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Safeguarding

"The parish of Hadleigh: St James the Less is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Chelmsford’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services."