Messy Church (at St. Barnabas)

Monthly. Every Second Monday at for 2 hours, 30 mins
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 30 Aug 2025, 31 Aug 2025
St Barnabas church
St Barnabas church, corner of Church Road/Woodfield Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2EJ.

Messy Church is a way of being Church for families and others. It is Christ-centred, for all ages, based on creativity, hospitality and celebration. There are activities to get involved in, a Bible story and a meal to enjoy together. Everything is free to partake in, though donations are always welcome. There will be no meeting in August.

Hadleigh: St James the Less

Revd Ruth has now retired but on Thurs 31st July we shall be interviewing some people with the hope of being able to have a replacement priest join us in the autumn. 

Meanwhile, please use contacts below.


Sheena Slater (Licensed Lay Minister/Rota): 01702 554853 [email protected]

Claire Littlejohn (Newsletter): 01268 757557 [email protected]

Revd Pete (Area Dean): 01268 211009 [email protected]


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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Claire Littlejohn

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Messy Church (at St. Barnabas)

Monthly. Every Second Monday at for 2 hours, 30 mins
Please note that this event will not be taking place on the following dates: 30 Aug 2025, 31 Aug 2025
St Barnabas church
St Barnabas church, corner of Church Road/Woodfield Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2EJ.

Messy Church is a way of being Church for families and others. It is Christ-centred, for all ages, based on creativity, hospitality and celebration. There are activities to get involved in, a Bible story and a meal to enjoy together. Everything is free to partake in, though donations are always welcome. There will be no meeting in August.

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."