A Mass for the early-birds (!).
An opportunity to share in a quiet mid-morning service, held in one or other of the various chapels within the church.
At our Walsingham Cell Mass we pray especially for the Shrine in Norfolk, its staff and pilgrims, and for the members of our own Cell. Today we mark the anniversary of the translation of the image of Our Lady to the restored Shrine.
A short, said service, usually held in the Lady Chapel (the one in the picture - with a number of furnishings and fittings by Sir Ninian Comper, no less). The Cell of Our Lady of Walsingham meets each month, and dates of Cell Masses are usually published on the weekly pew-sheet.
Join us for tea/coffee/brunch/lunch/cakes at very reasonable prices! We also have a goodly number of stalls - bric-a-brac/books/toys/clothes/crafts/shoes etc.
Admission FREE!
Our monthly Youth Club, with a variety of games and craft activities, meets again today. The event usually includes a short seasonal act of worship in the Church. Ages 7-16 welcome - qualified DBS-checked staff supervising. Parents/carers are also welcome to stay for all or part of each event - children under 7 are also welcome, but must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Our day's worship begins with said Morning Prayer, usually from the 1662 Book of Common Prayer.
Our main act of worship each week, when we gather to hear God's Word proclaimed, and to receive Holy Communion. We use the modern-language form of service, with a modicum of traditional Catholic ceremonial to foster a sense of the mystery of the Mass. We usually sing a mixture of traditional and more modern hymns, together with a simple congregational Mass setting, led by our cantor(s) and volunteer organist/pianist.
Children and young people are encouraged to stay for the whole service, as it is not possible to have a separate Sunday School at present. For young families, there is a 'safe space' especially for them, with room to move around.
The Ministry of Christian Healing is usually available immediately after Mass on the first Sunday each month, or by arrangement with Father Garry, as is the Sacrament of Reconciliation (aka Confession).
We mark the Feast of St Luke the Evangelist - our Patronal Festival - on the preceding Sunday, and we invite visitors from other churches to join us if they can. We welcome the new Bishop of Richborough, the Rt Rev Luke Irvine-Capel, as celebrant and preacher.
A service of Evening Prayer, usually concluding with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. (Holy Communion from the Reserved Sacrament is available, if you've missed Mass earlier in the day - please speak to whoever is leading the service).
A short late-afternoon service in one of our various chapels.
Our special evening Mass today is the annual Requiem for members of the local Chapter of the Guild of Servants of the Sanctuary (Chapter of St. Cyprian).
All are welcome, and there are refreshments after the service.
We celebrate All Saints - The Church Triumphant - at this morning's Parish Mass.
At today's services we remember before God departed members of our own congregation, along with family members, friends, or neighbours, who have died. The names of those to be commemorated will be read out during the services. Please let Father Garry know if there's anyone whose name you would like added to the list. NB - there are TWO services today, each lasting about 30 minutes.
Our Remembrance Sunday service will include suitable readings, the two-minute silence, and prayers, and all are welcome! After the service, have a look at our parish War Memorials, which are in the All Souls' (or Requiem) Chapel.
Time for another Quiz Night, so here we go - admission £5 per person (includes a light supper - bring your own drinks!). Teams of 6 - 8, or just come and join a team. Call 07837 244808 for further details.
Begin your Christmas celebrations with us at this service of seasonal carols, Bible readings, and prayers.
Our Christmas Fair takes place today in the Hall, immediately after the service. Many stalls - seasonal crafts, gifts, 'nearly new', toys, books etc., and refreshments. Admission FREE!