St Edmund and St Mary's Church, Ingatestone, warmly invites you, your family and friends to our Winter Fayre 2026!

Join us for a wonderful day of friendship, community spirit and seasonal cheer.

There will be tombolas, games, gifts, cards, books, puzzles, toys, delicious cakes, sweets, savouries, preserves and fantastic raffle prizes.

Refreshments will also be available.

Whether you are looking for a special gift, enjoying some refreshments or simply spending time with friends and neighbours, we would love to welcome you.

Free entry – Everyone is welcome!

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Service of Morning worship with Hymns and Sermon, led by Lay Ministers. Followed by Church Coffee

Join us on Sunday 15 November 2026 at 9:45 am for a special Morning Prayer service at St Edmund and St Mary Parish Church, Ingatestone, as we mark Safeguarding Sunday.

This year's national theme, “Love Protects”, draws inspiration from 1 Corinthians 13:7 – “Love always protects.”

Together, we will reflect on how God's love calls us to care for one another, protect those who are vulnerable, and build a church community where everyone feels safe, respected and welcomed.

Whether you are a regular member of our congregation or visiting for the first time, you are warmly welcome.

We look forward to worshipping with you.

Quiet Prayer Book Service, followed by coffee. Parishioners are joined by staff and residents of our local nursing home. Followed by Coffee.

Common Worship Communion with Hymns and Sermon. Suitable for all ages with Children craft corner available

You are warmly invited to join us on Sunday 22 November 2026 at 9:45 am at St Edmund and St Mary Parish Church, Ingatestone, as we celebrate the Feast of Christ the King with Parish Holy Communion and Baptism.

On this special Sunday, we honour Jesus Christ as our Lord and King, whose kingdom is founded on love, justice, mercy and peace.

We will also share in the joy of Holy Baptism, welcoming a new member into God's family and giving thanks for the gift of new life in Christ.

As we approach the season of Advent, we come together in worship, thanksgiving and prayer, renewing our faith and hope in Christ.

Whether you are a regular member of our congregation or visiting for the first time, you and your family are warmly welcome.

We look forward to worshipping with you!

Advent Candlelight Service – The Gift of Christmas

Join us at St Edmund and St Mary's Church, Ingatestone, as we begin the season of Advent with a beautiful candlelight service.

Come and share in a time of prayer, music and reflection as we prepare our hearts for the coming of Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.

Sunday 29 November 2026

Service begins at 3:00 pm

Children and families are especially welcome!

Children taking part in the candlelight procession are kindly asked to arrive with their parents by 2:45 pm for preparation and arrangements.

Everyone is warmly welcome, whether you regularly attend church or are joining us for the first time.

Please join us for seasonal refreshments and fellowship following the service.

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Communion for all ages. Often attended by uniformed organisations. ALL WELCOME

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