Everyone is welcome to the services and events at St Augustine's. We are here for people who have been going to church for as long as they can remember, for those who have recently started their journey of faith and for those who are either exploring Christian faith or who are simply curious.
After the Sunday morning services we have refreshments in the Parish Room which is inside the church. Here we are able to enjoy our friendships and support each other in many ways. If you would like a private conversation with Revd Michael, he is available after the services and at other times by arrangement.
We are fortunate that we are free to worship God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit in a beautiful church set in a beautiful location near to the top of One Tree Hill. We worship God singing hymns and using the poetry of the spoken words. We study the Bible so that we may deepen our faith and our understanding of God. We draw close to God when we celebrate Holy Communion together as we share in the bread and the wine. We pray that our faith may find true expression in how we live our lives.
A big THANK YOU you to all those who worked so hard and gave of their time and talent to make the production of 'Aladdin' such an enjoyable occasion.
The church has a pattern of regular services [see below] and we also hold special services and events.
Sunday 1st February 6.00pm Candlemas Choral Evensong A reflective BCP Choral Evensong service led by the Choir.
Wednesday 18th February 7:00pm Ash Wednesday service. We commence Lent with a Eucharist during which ashings will be offered.
Sunday 22nd February 10.30am Sung Eucharist Bishop Alastair will be preaching and there will be an opportunity for Q&A about the Parish and the Diocese.
Sunday 1st March 6.00pm Lent Choral Evensong A reflective BCP Choral Evensong service led by the Choir.
Tuesday 10th March 8.00pm Deanery Synod will be held at St Augustine's. All members of the congregation are invited to attend.
Saturday 14th March 10.30am Lent Bible Study The first of three; the others will be held on March 21st & 28th. These Bible studies are for those who wish to explore Christian faith. We will study the New Testament in particular the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. No pre-booking is required. The Café opens at 10am, please join us from 10.30am.
Sunday 22nd March 6.00pm Readings and Music for Passiontide A reflective service led by the Choir.
Sunday 29th March 10.30am Palm Sunday Eucharist The services commences at the bottom of the path leading to the church; refreshments will be served after the service.
Thursday 2nd April 7.00pm Maundy Thursday Eucharist of the Last Supper There will be an opportunity for private prayer after the service has finished.
Friday 3rd April 2.00pm Good Friday A service of Bible readings, prayers and hymns.
Sunday 5th April 8.00am Easter Sunday Our early service starts at the top of One Tree Hill and finishes in the church. Please stay for breakfast that will be served after the service.
Sunday 5th April 10.30am Easter Sunday Eucharist There will be Sunday School and refreshments will be served after the service.
Sunday 5th April 6.00pm Easter Choral Evensong A reflective and most joyful, BCP Choral Evensong service led by the Choir. Refreshments will be served after the service.
REGULAR PATTERN OF SERVICES AND EVENTS
Sunday 10.30am SUNG EUCHARIST Refreshments are provided after the service.
On the first and second Sundays of each month there is SUNDAY SCHOOL starting at 10.30am. The Sunday School meets in the Parish Room while the service is in progress and the children join the service for the last part. The Sunday School welcomes children and young people who are at least 5 years old. A child aged 3 or 4 years may be admitted if accompanied by his/her parent or adult carer, or by an older brother or sister who can look after him/her. Parents and carers of all attendees are welcome to sit in on any Sunday School session, and may be asked to do so should the need arise.
On the first Sunday of each month there is normally a traditional BCP CHORAL EVENSONG starting at 6.00pm; please check the Services and Events section.
Saturday 10.00am - 11.30am CAFÉ A time to share coffee and tea and refreshments with an opportunity to donate to the homeless. The church has a collecting box for the Lewisham Foodbank and donations can be made when the Café is open.
CLERGY
Revd Michael Brooks, Minister 07730 885187 [email protected]
CHURCHWARDEN
Clare Perkins
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If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm, contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser on 020 7939 9423 (office hours) or 020 3874 6743 (out of hours). If you have immediate concerns about someone’s safety, please contact the police and your local authority Children’s or Adult Social Care Services.
If you have any safeguarding concerns about a child, young person or vulnerable adult then please contact the St Augustine's Parish Safeguarding Officers who are Clare Perkins via [email protected] and Michael Williamson via [email protected]
There are other agencies that are available to provide help;
NSPCC Child Protection Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are worried about a child.
Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are a child or young person and are worried about anything.
National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours). Phone if you are experiencing domestic abuse.
Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours). Phone if you feel you are struggling to cope and need someone to talk to.
Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 080 8808 8141 (free phone Monday to Friday 9am-5pm).
The parish of St Augustine of Canterbury, Honor Oak Park 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. The Diocese of Southwark’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.
Please also see the national Church of England guidance for 'A Safer Church'.
