Find out when our regular services are, and more about faith, prayer, and worship with St Mary's.
What does it mean to be a person of faith? What difference does Christian Faith make to how we live? At St. Mary's these are 'live' questions: sometimes we might find answers, sometimes being prepared to look for the answers is enough as we seek to follow Jesus' Way.
People become part of a congregation or church for a whole host of reasons. Scratch the surface of those at St. Mary's and you will find that most of us see things in different ways but we are seeking to follow Jesus. We hope you will find at St. Mary’s a place where you can find faith, explore what it means to be a person of faith and grow in your own desire to follow Jesus. We are Christians so one thing we all agree on is that He is central to our common life…everything else flows from that. We can give you some pointers but its your faith we'd like to help you grow!
Jesus was known for bringing healing and wholeness to people and so, following His example, we offer a ministry of prayer for healing at our services. Whilst we don't claim to be 'healers' we do trust that God cares for us and wants us to be whole. Once a month, whilst people receive Holy Communion, we provide the opportunity for those who wish to be anointed with oil and to be prayed for with the laying on of hands: traditional signs of God's blessing and the love and support of His people.
Discussion and study groups run throughout the year within the parish on a variety of topics. Recently we have given time to seeing what the words of our main church services teach us; used an online course called 'Reframe' to look at Everyday discipleship; prayed the stations of the cross; spent time seeing what our Patron Saint (Mary) might teach us. and learning from different Bible Characters. Contact the clergy for details
Find out about the special services and other events coming up at St Mary's.
Celebrate Christingle at St Mary’s and support the important work of The Children’s Society FREE Admission but please come prepared to give generously to a great cause. Learn more ›
St Mary’s is pleased to welcome members of the WI from across the County for their Carol service. Learn more ›
A traditional Carol service followed by seasonal refreshments Learn more ›
On the shortest day of the year we gather for our lessons and carols alongside members of St Mary’s Community Choir and Orchestra. Learn more ›
For many families our Crib service marks the start of Christmas. Children are invited to come dressed as a character from the Christmas Story. Expect lots of excitement and join... Learn more ›
At 7.00pm on Christmas Eve we gather under the lamppost near St Mary’s on Whorlton Green for some Carol singing. For those who wish there is an opportunity to receive... Learn more ›