Lent, Holy Week and Easter are at the heart of the Christian story – a journey through reflection, sorrow, hope and joy. Whether you come to church every week, haven’t been for a while, or are simply curious, you are very welcome to join us as we walk this season together.
LENT APPEAL
During Lent, we are called to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving as outward signs of our inward conversion. Through our Lenten Appeal, we respond to Christ’s call to generosity, supporting the mission of the Church and the needs of those we serve. All are invited to give prayerfully and sacrificially, offering what we can as an expression of gratitude, compassion, and trust in God’s abundant grace.
This year, we are supporting Family Holiday Charity, a charity supporting families facing some of life’s toughest challenges with the chance to create life-long memories during a short, UK-based holiday.
Wednesday 18th February, 12noon & 7pm
In this solemn liturgy, ashes are imposed as a sign of penitence and a call to repentance, reminding us of our mortality and our need for God’s grace. All are welcome to join us in prayer and reflection as we enter the Lenten season together.
12noon: Low Mass
Preacher: Michael Colclough Bishop-in-Residence
7pm: Solemn Eucharist
Mass setting: Missa Emendemus in melius – Palestrina
Anthem: Tristis est anima mei – Lassus
Motet: Nolo mortem peccatoris – Morley
Preacher: Rosie Richardson Associate Vicar
LENTEN RETREAT
Light from the East: Encountering Orthodoxy offers a guided Lenten journey into the spiritual, theological, and liturgical world of Eastern Orthodoxy.
Each Saturday in Lent, beginning Saturday 21st February at 10:30am.
THURSDAY MASS
Join us each Thursday throughout Lent, beginning Thursday 19th February at 6:30pm for our weekday Mass during which we’ll be focussing on The Lord’s Prayer.
PASSION SUNDAY
Sunday 29th March, 11am
In this sacred liturgy, we commemorate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem with the blessing and procession of palms, marking the beginning of Holy Week. All are welcome to gather in prayer and worship as we prepare our hearts for the mystery of Christ’s Passion, Death, and Resurrection.
MAUNDY THURSDAY
Thursday 2nd April, 7:30pm
The Solemn Eucharist with the Washing of Feet on Maundy Thursday commemorates the institution of the Holy Eucharist and Christ’s commandment of love.
In this liturgy, the washing of feet recalls Jesus’ humble service to his disciples and calls us to serve one another in love. All are welcome to join us as we enter the mystery of Christ’s Passion.
This service will include the Procession to the Altar of Repose, and The Watch of Gethsemane until midnight.
GOOD FRIDAY
Friday 3rd April
12noon: The Preaching of The Cross
Preacher: Alan Gyle Vicar
In this solemn liturgy, we contemplate Christ crucified as the mystery of the Cross is proclaimed, calling us to repentance, humility, and trust in God’s saving love. All are welcome to gather in prayer and silence as we remember the Passion of the Lord on Good Friday.
2pm: Solemn Liturgy
The Solemn Liturgy of Good Friday draws us into the mystery of Christ’s Passion and death.
Through scripture, solemn prayer, and devotion before the Cross, the Church keeps watch at the foot of the Crucified Lord. All are welcome to join us in silence, prayer, and contemplation on this most solemn day of the Christian year.
EASTER VIGIL
Saturday 4th April, 8:30pm
The Easter Vigil is the Church’s great celebration of Christ’s resurrection.
Beginning in darkness and lit by the new fire and Paschal candle, this most holy night proclaims the victory of life over death. Through scripture, sacrament, and song, we rejoice in the risen Lord and welcome the dawn of Easter.
All are warmly invited to share in this joyful and solemn celebration.
