Forthcoming Events
See the Church Calendar for information about services and events. Below is further information about some of these events and information about other events that we have been asked to publicise.
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SUNDAY WORSHIP
SUNDAY 27 JULY
NO SERVICE AT 8AM
10am Parish Communion, in Church (booklets in church)
SUNDAY 3 AUGUST
8am Holy Communion, in Church (booklets in church)
10am Service of the Word, in Church and via Zoom (Order of Service available here in due course).
Please note that you will need to print your own order of service if you are coming to church.
When you are signed in you can ‘Join a Meeting’ (See newsletter for ID and Passcode).
Alternatively you can phone in (Call 0131 460 1196 then follow instructions, entering Meeting ID and Meeting Passcode, followed by hash (#), as instructed).
Whether or not you might like to do this, let’s be aware of the prayerful communion in God’s Spirit that we all share, wherever we are, whether or not we are able to see one another.
I mention you always in my prayers, asking that somehow by God’s will, I may succeed in coming to you. For I long to see you, that I may impart some spiritual gift to strengthen you, that is, that we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith. Romans 1.9-11.
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We’re delighted to share a short session for children and young people during our Sunday 10am service, EVERY WEEK!
We invite them, with their adults, to come into the Lady Chapel during the sermon and prayers, and share in a short Godly Play (a visual storytelling of scriptures, with wondering questions to share together). There's a new breakout session for older children at the same time, same place now too, on the Second and Fourth Sunday of every month!
Individual personal prayer, early morning to mid afternoon each day
The church is generally open from early morning to mid afternoon every day. Please do publicise this amongst those you know: there must be many people who would value an opportunity to spend some comforting time in prayer, peace and reflection in these times. May our church’s light shine in the darkness.
Prayers for our Community, 9:30am, every Saturday, in church
We meet each Saturday for a half hour session of informal prayer for those within our community and issues which affect our town and community. All welcome.
We’ll celebrate Holy Communion at 8am on
Sunday 3rd August and then 31st August.
Craft Group meets on alternate Mondays, WCC, 10am-12noon, next on Monday 21st July
All welcome! We sometimes bring along our own current crafting hobby and sometimes one of the group shares a craft. In the past we have done sewing, knitting, crochet, paper crafts, macramé and book folding. We usually prepare items for sale at the annual St Michael’s Church Holly Fair (all proceeds of which go to local, national and international charities).
Holy Communion, Wednesday 30th July, 10am
A service of Holy Communion, in church. Refreshments after the service are held in the WCC.
St Michael's 'Tiny Tots', Thursday 32st July, starting at 12:30pm (we're taking a break on 14th August)
Held weekly in the Windhill Churches Centre, Tiny Tots is for parents/carers and babies/preschoolers during term time,
plus older children / siblings are very welcome during all inset days and school holidays. It is around 1.5 - 2 hours starting with playtime and tea/coffee, then songs, stories, activities and a prayer. The Windhill Churches Centre (CM23 2PE) has easy buggy access and baby change facilities. You're welcome to bring a packed lunch too! It is also ok to be late, we understand! We look forward to welcoming you soon!
FREE hot food at Thirst Youth Café for secondary school children (11-18's), Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3.30pm
This is part of the “Warm Spaces” initiative. Food available whilst stocks last. Menu changes weekly.”
HBW 2025, 'Once upon a time...', Monday 4th - Friday 8th August
Registration is now open for both children and volunteers for this year’s event; sign up via the
HBW website. We have had over 300 children signing up and lots of helpers but we still need more.
Click here for specific requests.
TLC Tuesdays, Tuesday 5th August in the WCC, 2:15pm for 2:30pm
In August, we’ll be having a fundraising afternoon for the charity Breast Cancer Now, with either a game of Bingo or Beetle. £5, including a proper raffle.
"Summer of Hope" fundraising Garden Party, Saturday 9th August, 2:30pm
All MU members past and present are invited to this event at 21 Cranwell Gardens. Entry £3. Please RSVP to Barbara Eldridge (with dietary requirements) by email to the Parish Office before Friday 1st August.
Quiet Days in Albury, Thursday 8th August
Places are limited at these popular days of reflection and contemplation in June’s home; do contact the Office for more information.
The first meeting to start planning the Holly Fair (6th December 10am) this year is Thursday 11th September at 8pm in the WCC
Please come along whether you're new or a regular. We raise money for the charities supported by our Charities Support Group. If you can help but are unable to be at the meeting please let one of the CSG know (e.g.Claire, Carole, Val ,Martyn).
Forthcoming Services using the Book of Common Prayer (1662)
Sunday 14th September, 6pm - Choral Evensong for Holy Cross Day
Sunday 26th October, 10am - BCP Choral Eucharist for Bible/Reformation Sunday
Bereavement Journey Course
For anyone bereaved at any time; with films and discussion groups. It's the chance to explore grief in a safe space. If you are interested and would value a preliminary conversation please contact Alison Jordan
via the Parish Office.