Youth Alpha is a series of sessions where young people have a space to have meaningful conversations about life, faith and purpose. They are hosted by staff from Lee Abbey, St Mary's Parish Church and Living Waters (URC). They are open for any young people of secondary school age but need to have parental consent to join. They will take place in the Holman Park Club House, Tuesdays from November 19, 4.45pm until 6pm. Phone +44 7703 043773 for further information.

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We have a service of Morning Worship on the third Sunday of each month which is led by a member of our church. This is a fairly informal service and is family oriented and we are especially pleased to be inclusive for children in our service. Tea, coffee and biscuits are served after and we encourage all to stay for a chat after the service.

Service of Nine Lessons and carols. A rousing start to Christmas, we look forward to seeing everyone. The singing of carols by the congregation will be supported by the Parracombe Christmas Choir who will also sing two solo pieces.

The carol service is followed by serving of mulled wine, sausage rolls and mince pies. A good chance for a pre-Christmas get together.

The Exmoor Carolers have been presenting traditional carols performed and adopted by the folk of Exmoor since
2006, raising funds for the different churches and charities that have enlisted their support and St Mary's are
delighted to welcome them back on 18th December.
Tickets £5.00 either on the door or can be purchased in advance (please email [email protected]).
There will be refreshments, by donation.
All monies raised will be shared between the Exmoor Carolers chosen charities and St Mary's Church Servery and
Accessible Toilet Project.

Nativity and carols at the farm with the team from Lee Abbey. Nativity in a farm setting, sitting on bales with animals for company.

Service of Holy Communion for Christmas morning

A service of Communion is celebrated in Christ Church on the first Sunday of each month. We would like to welcome all to our service and our church. Tea, coffee and biscuits are served after the service and we would encourage you to stay for a chat after the service.

Plough Sunday marks the start of the farming year. Blessing the plough to ensure good crops in the coming year. Everyone is very welcome. This service is always supported by members of Blackmoor Gate Young Farmers who bring a plough in to the church.