Notices

Sunday 30th March

Next Sunday, we are delighted to welcome Lucy Bowley as our speaker for the Mothering Sunday service at St Mary's. Many of you will know Lucy from the church office, but you may not know that she is currently training for ordination to become a vicar. While this is a valuable opportunity for her, public speaking is nothing new - she has held several roles requiring it, including serving as Churchwarden at St Mary's, Twyford. Lucy will be reflecting on the qualities so often associated with mothers, exploring how they resonate with all of us.

Sunday 30th March  |  9.45am  |  St Mary's Church

Holy Week & Easter in the Parish

This Holy Week and Easter, we are offering a number of services and events to help us reflect, worship, and celebrate together. From contemplative gatherings to the beauty of Easter morning, there are opportunities for everyone to journey through this sacred season. Whether you join us for a quiet moment of prayer or a joyful Easter celebration, we hope you will be part of this special time as we remember Christ's sacrifice and rejoice in His resurrection. Details on all our services to be shared next week.

Saturday 5th April

Roll up your sleeves, grab a duster, and join us for St Mary's Spring Clean! We're kicking off at 9am for those brave enough to tackle the high-up cobwebs (ladders provided, superhero capes optional), then at 10am, the rest of us will swoop in for the ground-level sparkle. 

Whether you're a dust-busting daredevil or a pew-polishing pro, there's a job for you! Many hands make light work - and we promise tea, biscuits, and a huge sense of achievement.

Spring Clean Sign Up

Saturday 5th April  |  9am & 10am  |  St Mary's Church, Wargrave

Including a Name

As we prepare for Easter, we once again invite you to donate towards the Easter lilies that will decorate the church, in memory of loved one(s) who are no longer with us. 

If you would like a name(s) to be included this year, please complete this quick form or contact the church office by 7th April. Please note that the Parish Office will be unable to process requests received after this date, and therefore, there is a risk that the name may not be included.

Easter Lilies

Making a Donation 

In Cash - please put it in an envelope and mark it for the attention of Lucy c/o The Parish Office. Either drop it into the Parish Office during office hours, or into the Lychgate Postbox at St Mary's Church. Please make sure you let us know who it is from on the envelope. 

By Card/Online - if you wish to make a card donation, please click here and you will be taken to our donation page. Alternatively, pop into the Parish Office or call during office hours and we can take payment in person/over the phone.

Now Open!

A reminder that the Electoral Roll is now open for applications.  Everyone who wishes to remain on the Electoral Roll must apply.  Please contact the office for any issues.  Closing date is 30th April 2025.

Electoral Roll Application

Lent 2025: Come and See

Over the next few weeks we want to offer a warm, open welcome to everybody in the Parish to explore the Christian faith, or to look again at the foundations of your faith. 

This year, the Diocese of Oxford are inviting you to 'Come and See' what it means to be human, exploring baptism through the beautiful pictures of earth, water, wind and fire.

'Come and See' is a free online experience.  How does it work? Adults get daily emails through Lent, with reflections, readings and encouragements. Each Sunday, there's a video from Bishop Steven, unpacking another aspect of baptism. Come and See is suitable for all ages - children and young people get a weekly email with a film from kids their own age, plus an invitation to try a contemplative practice, if they like.

More than 2,750 individuals took part in 2024. We hope you'll join us for 2025!

For more details contact .

Register to Join

REGULAR ACTIVITIES

Dates for 2025

We warmly invite you to reconnect with our Quiet Space for Prayer sessions, now meeting monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. This peaceful time offers a chance to step away from the busyness of life and enter into stillness with God. Whether you’ve joined us before or are looking for a fresh way to nurture your spiritual journey, these sessions provide a gentle, supportive atmosphere for reflection and prayer. Take this opportunity to pause, pray, and renew your spirit.

Dates: 12th March, 9th April

2nd Wednesday until April | 9.30am | Hannen Room

Wednesday 2nd April 2025

Butterflies is a welcoming space for parents and their little ones to connect, share, and grow together. Our group offers a supportive community where parents can find friendship, advice, and fun, while toddlers engage in activities that foster early learning and development.

Sessions: 2nd April

9.30am - 11am  |  Church Centre

Thursday 20th February 2025

Every third Thursday of the month at 2.30pm, CAMEO meet in the Knowl Hill Village Hall to host various activities allowing you to have some fun and to take the time to meet and chat with others over tea & coffee.

February is an afternoon for card games.

Discover all events here.

To RSVP or to arrange transport, please contact Lesley Bell on 01628 822 500.