Jubilate, a benefice-wide service

Sunday 29 March 2026, Sunday 31 May 2026, Sunday 30 August 2026 Sunday at for 45 mins
St Mary the Virgin, Radwinter
Walden Road Radwinter Saffron Walden, CB10 2SW, United Kingdom

All are welcome in these all-age inclusive services. Something a little different to our Sunday mornings and part of our shared life as disciples of Jesus Christ. The location is a different church in the benefice each time.
In these afternoon services, typically 4pm on the 5th Sunday of the month, when that occurs. The service involves hymns and an activity related to a reading from scripture or the season or feast day of the church. We have a scratch / come and join choir for anyone who would like to be part of leading the sung worship. The choir rehearsal is for no more than an hour before the service. The next Jubilatre service is in Radwinter, the one following in Hempstead, the one following that in Little Sampford

every fifth Sunday

Thaxted: St John the Baptist with Our Lady and St. Laurence

Welcome to Thaxted's parish church: we'd love to see you in person, but are very happy that you are looking at the benefice online.

With the spire that stands out as a beacon for miles around, whatever it is that you value about the beautiful church you should always know that you are welcome inside. Prayer, peace, worship, and the beauty of holiness: come and see.

St John the Baptist with Our Lady and St Laurence is the Parish Church for Thaxted and the surrounding land. We are rooted in a liberal Anglo-Catholic tradition of the Church of England, and deeply rooted in our local community. Prayer and the sacraments are our bedrock for the inclusivity, hospitality and the welcome we hope are consistent in our DNA. A lot happens in our church; at the heart of it all is our faith in God and love for him. As we seek to serve our community and wider world we only wish to show love for our neighbours and God.

Along with Great and Little Sampford, Radwinter, and Hempstead, we are within a benefice of five friendly churches in rural North West Essex. 

See the 'Pattern of Services' page for information about Sunday and weekday services. 

Fr David

The Revd David Sheppard, Rector of Thaxted, the Sampfords, Radwinter and Hempstead

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Father David Sheppard

The Vicarage
Watling Lane
Thaxted
Essex

CM6 2QY
Maryanne Fleming, Benefice Administrator
07958 629506
Fr David Sheppard, Rector
07792128503

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Jubilate, a benefice-wide service

Sunday 29 March 2026, Sunday 31 May 2026, Sunday 30 August 2026 Sunday at for 45 mins
St Mary the Virgin, Radwinter
Walden Road Radwinter Saffron Walden, CB10 2SW, United Kingdom

All are welcome in these all-age inclusive services. Something a little different to our Sunday mornings and part of our shared life as disciples of Jesus Christ. The location is a different church in the benefice each time.
In these afternoon services, typically 4pm on the 5th Sunday of the month, when that occurs. The service involves hymns and an activity related to a reading from scripture or the season or feast day of the church. We have a scratch / come and join choir for anyone who would like to be part of leading the sung worship. The choir rehearsal is for no more than an hour before the service. The next Jubilatre service is in Radwinter, the one following in Hempstead, the one following that in Little Sampford

every fifth Sunday

Everyday faith

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Safeguarding

Our (TTSRH) parishes are committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO:
Jo Goldsmith
Tel: 07966 096985
Email: [email protected]
Or contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor:
Amanda Knight
Tel: 01245 29 44 57
Email: [email protected]
If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

The Diocese’s safeguarding pages

Thaxted: St John the Baptist with Our Lady and St. Laurence Charity No. 1127752