Church News Blog
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Monthly Message from our Rector - May 2026
Five a Day?
10 years ago the Church of England revived an ancient season of prayer, from Ascension Day to Pentecost, calling the initiative “thy Kingdom Come” from the Lord’s Prayer. 10 years later, well over a hundred countries and almost every type of church are participating in what has become a global wave of prayer………..
Update on Church Bells - Ringing and Practices
While most in our community welcome the sound of the church bells we realise the need to limit ringing times, so no one living nearby starts to think they are getting too much of a good thing!
We’ve taken a couple of steps recently to help with this……..
Women’s Weekend Away - spaces left
Further Information:
We still have a couple of spaces for our weekend away to Kington. If you are interested then please speak to Sue Pouncey or Helen Jackson………
Save the dates - social events in St. Mary’s in 2026
Please save these dates for our programme of social events taking place in and around St. Mary’s Woodchester in 2026
A series on: Living Out our Faith
Outside church, members of our congregation try to live out their faith in all sorts of ways depending on their individual gifts, strengths and interests. We have invited some church members to summarise their particular ministries: how they witness to others in their every day lives………
No 1. Elizabeth Cole - Science and Faith for Children