Ash Wednesday service

for 1 hour
Bishop Ridley, Falconwood
The Green Welling London, DA16 2PG, United Kingdom

Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent. Ash Wednesday services set the tone for Lent, with sombre readings and hymns and a focus on reflection, saying sorry for and turning away from sin. Those attending Ash Wednesday services can choose to receive the 'imposition of ashes' which means ashes that have been made from palm crosses are blessed and used to make crosses on people's foreheads. The custom dates back to the middle ages. We'd love to see you at our Ash Wednesday Service on Wednesday 18 February 2026 at 7pm.

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Bishop Ridley, Falconwood

We are a community of local Christians of all ages and backgrounds. We love meeting new people and offer a warm welcome to everyone. If you are new to the area or want to find out more about God, then you’re very welcome to come and meet us. 


We have services each Sunday at 9am and 10:30am.

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Rev Mark

The Vicarage
The Green
Welling

DA16 2PD
(020) 8298 0065

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Ash Wednesday service

for 1 hour
Bishop Ridley, Falconwood
The Green Welling London, DA16 2PG, United Kingdom

Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent. Ash Wednesday services set the tone for Lent, with sombre readings and hymns and a focus on reflection, saying sorry for and turning away from sin. Those attending Ash Wednesday services can choose to receive the 'imposition of ashes' which means ashes that have been made from palm crosses are blessed and used to make crosses on people's foreheads. The custom dates back to the middle ages. We'd love to see you at our Ash Wednesday Service on Wednesday 18 February 2026 at 7pm.

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Safeguarding

At Bishop Ridley, we take our safeguarding responsibilities seriously and are commited to ensuring that our church is a safe space for all. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Rochester’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 on 999 and your local authority Children or Adults Services.

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