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Friday, October 25, 2024

Vigil for Gainsborough Care Home

All Saints Church, Ulwell Road, Swanage will be holding a vigil on Sunday 27th October, 3-4pm to pray for those affected by the Gainsborough Care Home tradegy....
Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Organ Recital - St Nicholas, Studland

St Nicholas Church, Studland is hosting an Autumn Organ Recital with Geoffrey Morgan, Organist Emeritus, Christchurch Priory on 19th October at 3.00pm. Recital will be followed by refreshments in the church hall.
Friday, October 4, 2024

Safe Families

Safe Families is a Christian charity that has been inexistence in the UK for 10 years. We are looking for volunteers...
Friday, September 27, 2024

Civic Service at St Mary's

On Sunday 6th October at 3.00pm St Mary's will be holding a civic service to celebrate 50 years of Swanage Town Council. You are all invted to attend the service and enjoy refreshments afterwards.
Friday, September 6, 2024

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong - 15th September

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 15th September led by Dr Peter King, former Director of Music at Bath Abbey. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.00pm rehearsal s…
Friday, September 6, 2024

Any Questions - 24th September

Our next meeting will be at Swanage United Reformed Church, Tuesday 24th September 6.30 for 7pm. Sam McKee will present 'Science, religion and the future of humanity'. All are welcome!
Friday, August 30, 2024

Bob Chilcott Singing/Workshop Day at St Mary's

DON'T FORGET the Bob Chilcott Singing/Workshop day at St Mary's on Saturday 5th October. Check out the poster with all the details. Booking forms available from the Parish Office.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Come & Sing Choral Evensong - 21st July

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place this Sunday 21st July led by Andrew Millington, formerly organist at Guildford and Exeter Cathedrals. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.0…
Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Laudemus Sing Evensong at St Mary's

Former King’s Singer, choral director and composer, Jeremy Jackman, returns to Dorset this August to lead the choir Laudemus, showcasing music for the service of Choral Evensong.
Tuesday, July 9, 2024

'Tea at the Ritz'

Just a reminder of our Ritz Teas to be held at All Saints Hall, Swanage on 20th July in aid of Swanage Linking Lives and the Place of Welcome,
Friday, July 5, 2024

Wave Newsletter for July

As we enter the final month of the term, groups are preparing to wind down for the summer holidays...
Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Organ Recital with Dr Gordon Stewart

Come and enjoy the beautiful sound of St Mary's organ in all it's glory as we welcome Gordon Stewart back to St Mary's for the second and final summer organ recital for this year.
Friday, June 21, 2024

Summer Organ Recitals at St Mary's (1)

This year St Mary's are hosting two spectacular organ recitals on two consecutive Thursdays... 27th June and 4th July...
Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Opera Dudes - Licensed to Trill ! at St Mary's - Thursday 20th June

The Opera Dudes return to St Mary's with their unique blend of entertaiment. A Little Bit of Opera and a Whole Lot of Fun!. Featuring songs from stage and screen. Expect the unexpected!!
Wednesday, June 12, 2024

'Come & Sing' at St Mary's, Sunday 16th June

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place this Sunday 16th June led by Timothy Brown, formerly organist at Clare College, Cambridge. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.00pm rehears…
Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Wave Newsletter for June

Warmer weather, longer evenings and exams are the themes for June. Many young people are now in the middle of a very stressful time as they revise and write exams....
Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Dorset County Orchestra Summer Soncert in St Mary's

Come and join us at St Mary's to enjoy an evening with the Dorset County Orchestra and their summer concert...
Friday, May 31, 2024

St Mark's Afternoon Concert

St Mark’s Afternoon Concert: Sunday 9th June at 3:30pm. A varied programme of light music lasting about an hour, followed by refreshments. FREE entry, retiring collection in aid of the Youth Club’s Summer Holiday programme at Herston Villag…
Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Beetle Drive at St Mary's

Come and join us at St Mary's on Thursday 13th June at 7.00pm for a fun evening.....
Friday, May 10, 2024

Belvedere Singers Performing at St Mary's Church

The Belvedere Singers will be performing 'May Melodies' at St Mary's Church on Saturday 18th May, 7.30pm...
Tuesday, April 30, 2024

The Wave Newsletter - May 2024 (1)

Springtime is one of the best seasons of the year! New life, beautiful flowers and the promise of warmer weather all lift our spiritis...
Tuesday, April 30, 2024

'Discover the Organ'

‘Discover the Organ’ – Saturday 11th May at 2.30pm in St Mary’s Church, with Bill Brown and the Dorset Association of Organists. Admission free – donations welcome – light refreshments available.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Come & Sing Evensong at St Mary's

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 19th May led by Dr Philip Moore formerly organist of York Minster. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.00pm rehearsal start. A c…
Friday, April 12, 2024

Notice of Meeting for the Election of Churchwardens

Swanage & Studland Team Ministry: Parish of Swanage. A meeting for the election of Churchwardens will be held in All Saints Church on Monday 22nd April 2024 at 7.30pm....
Friday, April 12, 2024

Notice of Annual Parochial Church Meeting

Swanage & Studland Team Ministry: Parish of Swanage. The Annual Parochial Church Meeting will be held in All Saints Church on 2nd April 2024 at 7.30pm....
Friday, April 12, 2024

Any Questions? (2)

In this month's Any Questions?, Revd Canon Richard Bartlett will be talking on the theme: 'Christian Mission in 21st Century Britain - has it had its day?'...
Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The Wave - March Newsletter

Dear Wave Friends and Supporters in Prayer Springtime is here and as new life springs up around us, we can prepare ourselves for the end of the month when we celebrate how eternal life has become possible through Christ! It is a great pri…
Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Parish Administrator Required for St Aldhelm Parish

The Parish of St Aldhelm are looking for a part time Parish Administrator to work from St Georg'es Church, Langton for 8 hours per week....
Friday, February 23, 2024

Come & Sing - 24th March

The next ‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 24th March led by Dr David Flood. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.00pm rehearsal start. A cup of tea is provided be…
Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Ash Wednesday (2)

There will be an evening service for The Beginning of Lent at St Mary’s on Wednesday 14th February at 7.30pm, and also an afternoon service at 2.30pm at St Nicholas Church, Studland which will be followed by afternoon tea.
Wednesday, February 7, 2024

John Mann's New Book

Our retired Team Rector, John Mann, has just released his new book 'Christ's Seven Words from the Cross'. Now available from Swanage Bookshop...
Friday, February 2, 2024

Ash Wednesday (1)

There will be a service at St Mary's Church on Wednesday 14th February at 7.30pm - Choral Eucharist for the beginning of Lent and also an afternoon service at St Nicholas, Studland...
Tuesday, January 30, 2024

The Wave Newsletter - February

It is the second month of the new year... already! We hope that your aspirations for 2024 is well on its way to be achieved.
Friday, January 19, 2024

'Come & Sing' at St Mary's, Sunday 21st January

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place this Sunday 21st January led by our very own Director of Music, Simon Lole. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.00pm rehearsal start. A cu…
Wednesday, December 6, 2023

The Wave Newsletter for December

A big happy Christmas from all of us at The Wave! We hope that you have a great time celebrating the arrival of our heavenly King into the world.
Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Purbeck Christmas Tree Festival 2023

This year do not miss the wonderful sight of over 40 Christmas Trees decorated by local organisations, charities and individuals illustrating ‘Christmas Traditions’. There will be a lovely festive atmosphere with a wide range of music by c…
Wednesday, November 15, 2023

The Wave's prayer letter for November

Our clubs and activities are in full swing following the start of the academic year. We are also seeing new opportunities on the horizon to further develop our engagement with children and young people.
Tuesday, November 14, 2023

'Journeying into the Light: Daily Readings through Advent & Christmas

John Mann's new book is now available at Swanage Bookshop, Station Road. Journeying to the Light is intended to be read daily through the period from Advent Sunday to the Epiphany. It is largely based upon one of the Eucharistic readings e…
Friday, November 10, 2023

Any Questions ? (1)

In this talk David Williams will examine the changing ways in which we now engage with Scripture; outline recent trends in scholarly interpretation; and offer suggestions as to the key essentials for understanding the Bible better and commu…
Friday, November 10, 2023

Friday Fun Club

A new weekly (term time only) club, the "Friday Fun Club", has launched for children in school years 5-8 (aged 10-13) to meet, develop deeper friendships with each other and any school friends they invite and to connect with members of our …
Friday, November 10, 2023

A Concert of Advent Music

Choir Concert – Saturday 2 December St Mary’s choir are going to perform their first concert in many years at the start of December. There will be a short concert of Advent music on Saturday 2nd December, starting at 6.30pm. The centerpi…
Friday, October 27, 2023

A Service in Which to Remember

A Service in Which to Remember - 6.30 pm, Sunday 5th November - St Mary’s Church - As in previous years for the Feast of All Souls (2nd November), instead of Choral Evensong at 6.30pm at St Mary’s, we are holding “A Service in Which to Reme…
Friday, June 16, 2023

Canzonetta - Music for a Summer Afternoon

Canzonetta will be performing at St Nicholas Church, Studland on Sunday 25th June at 3pm. Come and enjoy an hour of music. Free admission with retiring collection for the restoration of the church organ fund. Refreshments afterwards.
Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Organ Recitals starting Thursday 15th June at St Mary's

Thursday 15th sees the start of our Summer Series of Organ Recitals at St Mary's at 7.30pm. Our first guest recitalist is Matthew Owens, formerly of St Mary's Cathedral Edinburgh, Wells Cathedral and Belfast Cathedral.
Tuesday, June 13, 2023

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong - 18th June 2023

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong at St Mary's will be held this Sunday, 18th June, 6.30pm, with guest Peter Nardone, formerly of Chelmsford and Worcester Cathedrals.
Friday, March 31, 2023

Swanage United Reformed Church Holy Week

A daily reflective meditation based on 'No Ordinary Man' by Nick Fawcett...
Tuesday, March 7, 2023

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong - 19th March 2023

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 19th March led by Katherine Dienes-Williams, Organist and Mster of the Choristers at Guildford Cathedral.
Friday, February 24, 2023

'Come & Sing' Singing Day with Bob Chilcott

On Saturday 29th April StMary's Church will be host to a Come & Sing, Singing Day with composer, Bob Chilcott...
Friday, February 17, 2023

The Orlando Singers Concert

The Orlando Singers will be performing at St Mary's Church on Saturday 4th March, 7.00pm. Come along and enjoy an evening of music from the time of Sir Christopher Wren...
Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Project Prayer

All Saints Church, Ulwell Road. Thursday 16th February at 12 noon. Come and hear about a new missional project for Swanage...
Wednesday, February 8, 2023

A Pilgrimage to the Holy Land

Holy Land Pilgrimage 2nd-10th April 2024. Former Team Rector, John Mann, is leading a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, just after Easter next year. Brochures will be available in the four churches, and here on the team website. The pilgrimage i…
Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Quiz Night at Herston Village Hall

Everyone is welcome to come along to Herston Village Hall for a fun Quiz Night organised by St Mark's Church...
Tuesday, February 7, 2023

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong - 19th February 2023

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 19th February led by David Price, organist and master of the choristers at Portsmouth Cathedral. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for …
Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Any Questions

Any Questions? willbe holding their next meeting on Tuesday 7th February 2023. 6.30pm for a 7.00pm start. Venue: Swanage Methodist Church, High Street.
Wednesday, February 1, 2023

All Things Bright & Beautiful

All Things Bright & Beautiful returns to St Mary’s next Tuesday, 7th February at 2.30pm. Please pick up a flyer from the back of church and ‘spread the word’.
Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Swanage Churches Together United Service

A United Service will be held this Sunday, 22nd January, 10.30am at Swanage United Reformed Church, High Street, Swanage. Everyone welcome.
Tuesday, January 10, 2023

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong - 15th January 2023

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 15th January led by Cathy Lamb, Director of Music at Lichfield Cathedral. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.00pm rehearsal star…
Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Homes for Ukraine

Invitation to 'Next Steps' Workshop...
Friday, December 23, 2022

Christmas Services at St Mary's

Here are the services being held at St Mary's Church on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. You are all very welcome to join us at as many of the services as you wish. Merry Christmas everyone.
Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Swanage Town Carol Service (1)

The Swanage Town Carol Service will be held on Sunday 18th December at 6.30pm in St Mary's Church, Swanage...
Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Swanage Area Warm Welcomes...

Here you will find a range of venues offering refreshment, warmth, and company over the colder months.
Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Worship at Christmas

Christmas Services at our four churches: St Mary's, St Mark's, All Saints and St Nicholas (Studland). We look forward to seeing you and celebrating the festive season.
Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Belvedere Singers Christmas Concert

The ‘Belvedere Singers’ will be performing a wonderful mix of music to ring in the festive period at St Mary’s Church on Saturday 10th December, at 7.30pm.
Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Purbeck Christmas Tree Festival

The Purbeck Christmas Tree Festival will be held Thursday 8th - Saturday 10th December, 10am - 6pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church...
Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Purbeck Arts Choir Concert at St Mary's

On Saturday 26th November at 6.30pm, Purbeck Arts Choir will be celebrating both the 150th Anniversary of Ralph Vaughan Williams and the opportunity to present David Fawcett's cantata 'A Sure Refuge'
Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Remembrance Sunday Services at St Mary's

Swanage Town Remembrance Service – Sunday, 13th November, 2.30pm at St Mary’s Church. After the service in church, the parade will make its way to the War Memorial ....
Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Any Questions? Meeting for November

Professor Ian Kimber OBE, will speaking at the Any Questions meeting on Tuesday 22nd November, 6.30pm for 7pm at Swanage URC....
Wednesday, November 2, 2022

'SACRED HARMONY' in Northern Ireland

In August I spent a week filming in Northern Ireland for the Christian TV Broadcaster, TBNUK . This was the fourth series of my programme “Sacred Harmony”, highlighting Christian music through the centuries.
Wednesday, October 19, 2022

'A Service in Which to Remember' St Mary's - Sunday 30th October

A Service in Which to Remember - 6.30 pm, Sunday 30th October - St Mary’s Church - As in previous years on the Feast of All Souls (Sunday 30th October), instead of Choral Evensong at 6.30pm at St Mary’s ...
Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Choral Evensong - 23rd October at 6.30pm

St Mary’s Choral Evensong, Sunday 23rd October at 6.30pm - This year is the 40th anniversary of Rev. Canon John Wood's ordination as a Priest.
Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Hosting a Ukrainian Family

Have you thought about hosting a Ukrainian family, but not sure it it's right for you? Do you have ukrainian guests already?
Friday, October 7, 2022

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong - Sunday 16th October 2022

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 16th October led by Professor Dr Ehward Higginbottom. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.00pm rehearsal start. A cup of tea is …
Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Swanage Skatepark Opening Day

Swanage, you did it! After 20 years of dedicated fundraising, Swanage Skatepark now has a new half-pipe! An incredible example of grassroots fundraising led by Lorna Haines; backed by our local community. There are many people to thank …
Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Volunteers Desperately Needed!!

This was a message from the wonderful Kim Gallagher of Swanage & Purbeck Development Trust at a meeting a couple of days ago...
Friday, September 23, 2022

Peace Workshop

A series of 5 peace workshops will be held 3-31 October at Not Just Sundaes Community Cafe.....
Friday, September 23, 2022

Choral Scholarships 2022-2023

St Mary's Church Choir are seeking 3 choral scholars for the academic year 2022-2023
Wednesday, September 21, 2022

St Nicholas Church, Studland - Harvest Ploughman's Lunch

Come and celebrate Harvest Festival on Sunday 2nd October at 10.00am.
Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Calling all book lovers!

A popular home library service, run by Royal Voluntary Service, the national volunteering organisation, is looking to grow its service for housebound readers in the Dorset and BCP Council area.
Friday, September 9, 2022

Queen Elizabeth II: Tributes from Church of England Bishops

The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have led tributes from Bishops of the Church of England following the announcement of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Friday, September 9, 2022

Church bells to toll and prayers said across England as nation enters mourning

Church bells will be tolled across England today following the announcement of the death of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Tuesday, September 6, 2022

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong - 18th September 2022

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 18th September with guest organist David Poulter. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.00pm rehearsal start. A cup of tea is prov…
Tuesday, August 30, 2022

T-Pot in the Rectory Classroom

Our next T-Pot morning will be on Wednesday 7th September, 10.00am - 12.30pm. Come along and join us for a cuppa, some lovely cake and a chat. Oh and bring along friends too - everyone is welcome.
Friday, August 19, 2022

Lifeboat Week 2022 Annual Service

With the Lifeboat Week drawing to a close this weekend there will be a service held on Swanage Pier at 4.00pm. Please note the revised time.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Team Vicar Appointment

The Revd Joanna Levasier has been appointed as our new Team Vicar and Schools Missioner.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022

New Team Rector for Swanage & Studland Team Ministry

It was announced on 17th July that the new Team Rector of Swanage & Studland will be ...
Friday, July 8, 2022

Carnival Praise - 31st July

Come and join us in worship and praise at the Bandstand on 31st July at 11.00am. Everyone is welcome.
Friday, June 24, 2022

Swanage 2022 Jazz Festival

Swanage 2022 Jazz Festival ~ Jazz by the Sea presents Salvator Mundi in St Mary's Church on Sunday 10th July, 1-2pm. Admission Free.
Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Fundraising Concert at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Swanage

The Chamber Choir and Wind Ensemble of Luckley House School are holding a fundraising concert on Sunday 3rd July, 5.00pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Swanage.
Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Music for a Summer's Evening

Come and join us at St Mary's on Saturday 2nd July at 7.30pm for an evening of music with the Epsom Choral Society. Free Entry with a collection for the Swanage Lifeboat.
Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Dorset County Orchestra Concert at St Mary's

The Dorset County Orchestra's Summer Concert is being held at StMary's Church on Saturday 18th June at 7.30pm. Tickets £15 on the door or early bird tickets are availale online from Ticketsource (£12) or from Tily Whims, 3-4 The Square, Swa…
Friday, June 10, 2022

Summer Organ Recital at St Mary's - 16th June

The next organ recital in the summer series will be held on Thursday 16th July at 7.30pm in St Mary's Church. The guest will be concert organist Dr Gordon Stewart. Tickets £10 on the door or from the Parish Office.
Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Churches Together - Picnic at Rempstone Farm

Purbeck Churches Together invites you all to enjoy a bring-your-own picnic at Rempstone Farm on Sunday 19th June, 12.30pm-3.00pm...
Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Dorset County Orchestra - Concert at St Mary's

Dorset County Orchestra are delighted to announce their Summer concert, this year once again taking place in St Mary’s Church, Swanage, on Saturday 18 June 2022.
Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Platinum Jubilee Choral Evensong at St Mary's

St Mary's will be celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee with a special Choral Evensong on 5th June....
Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Aggies

Aggie Weston’s (http://www.aggies.org.uk/ ) is a Christian Charity that supports the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Royal Fleet Auxiliary and their families through the provision of Pastoral Workers in military bases and establishments around t…
Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Parish Administrator Vacancy - Langton Matravers

We are re-advertising the Parish Administrator post based at St George’s, Langton Matravers: The role of Parish Administrator is central to the life of the churches in the Purbeck Hills. S/he is responsible for the efficient running of…
Friday, May 13, 2022

Rogation Sunday - 22nd May 2022

Join us in a walk around Studland Village asking God's blessing..... followed by bbq at Manor Farm.
Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Summer Organ Recitals

Here is a list of the Summer Organ Recitals being held at St Mary's Parish Church over the next couple of months.
Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Summer Organ Recitals at St Mary’s

I am very pleased that after a two year gap due to the pandemic, we are able to re-start our summer organ recital series again this year. There will be four recitals – each on a Thursday evening at 7.30pm and tickets are £10.
Saturday, November 27, 2021

Music and Readings for Advent

On Sunday 28th November, the First Sunday in Advent, a service of Music and Readings for the beginning of the Season of Advent is to be held in St Mary's Church at 6.30 p.m. This service replaces Choral Evensong, usually held at this time…
Friday, November 26, 2021

Bishop Karen to visit Swanage

On Sunday 28th November - Advent Sunday - Bishop Karen, who is acting bishop of the diocese during the vacancy in see, is coming to Swanage to preach at the 10.30 a.m. service in All Saints'. This visit has been planned for some time, and …
Friday, November 26, 2021

Christopher Phillips retirement as Verger

The retirement of Chris Phillips as verger of St Mary's Church in Swanage took place last September, but the formal handing over to his successor waited until the return of the team rector from his sabbatical and happened during the 10.30 a…
Friday, November 26, 2021

Christmas Services 2021

Here you will find the services being held in our churches over the Christmas period.
Monday, November 22, 2021

"Come and Sing" Choral Evensong

The Festival of Christ the King coincided with November's "Come and Sing" Choral Evensong
Friday, September 10, 2021

A Service for Trinity 15

A Service designed to be used on Sunday 12th September 2021, the Fifteenth Sunday after Trinity
Friday, September 3, 2021

A Service for Trinity 14

A Service designed for use on Sunday 5th September, the Fourteenth Sunday after Trinity
Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Bric a Brac & Second-hand Book Sale this Saturday!

Come and join us at St Mary's Church on Saturday 4th Sept, 10.30-1pm. We are holding a bric-a-brac and second-hand book sale on the church lawns.
Sunday, August 29, 2021

A Service for Trinity 13

A Service designed to be used on Sunday 29th August 2021
Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Love to Bake? Love to be Helpful?

We need cakes for our cake stall and help to set up and pack away at the Wave Kids Summer Fete. If you love to bake or would like to help we need you!!
Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Wave Kids Summer Fete

Wave Kids are holding a summer fete at St Mary's Church on Saturday 28th Aguust - 12-3pm. Come and join in the fun.
Sunday, August 22, 2021

A Service for the 12th Sunday after Trinity

A service designed for use on 22nd August 2021
Saturday, August 14, 2021

A Service for Trinity 11

A service for Sunday 15th August 2021 Trinity 11
Tuesday, August 10, 2021

A Service for Trinity 10

A Service for Sunday 8th August celebrated as the Festival of the Transfiguration
Thursday, July 29, 2021

A Service for 9th Sunday after Trinity

A service designed to be used on Sunday 1st August 2021, the Ninth Sunday after Trinity
Friday, July 23, 2021

Service for the 8th Sunday after Trinity

A service for use on Sunday 25th July 2021 - the 8th Sunday after Trinity
Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Thanksgiving Prayers for Wordsworth Care Home

Rev John Staples and Rev John Mann would like everyone know that a focus on the ministry of Wordsworth Care Home is taking place in St Mary's on 25 July at 6.30pm. It will be a service of evensong. It is hoped to gather all who have benefit…
Thursday, July 15, 2021

BBC "Songs of Praise" in Swanage

BBC "Songs of Praise" is to be recorded in Swanage on 29th July - singers are most welcome!
Thursday, July 15, 2021

Service for 7th Sunday after Trinity

A service for use on Sunday 18th July 2021, the 7th Sunday after Trinity
Thursday, July 8, 2021

A Service for the Sixth Sunday after Trinity

A Service for 11th July 2021 for Trinity 6.
Thursday, July 1, 2021

A Service for the Fifth Sunday after Trinity

A service for 4th July 2021, the Fifth Sunday after Trinity
Monday, June 28, 2021

The Ordinations of Nick and Lindy

Nick Webb was ordained priest on Saturday 26th June and Lindy Cameron was made deacon on Sunday 27th June. We pray that God's blessing may be upon them as they enter the next stage of their ministry in the Church
Thursday, June 24, 2021

A service for Trinity 4

A Service for use on 27th June 2021, the Fourth Sunday after Trinity
Thursday, June 17, 2021

A Service for 3rd Sunday after Trinity

A service designed to be used on Sunday 20th June 2021, the 3rd Sunday after Trinity
Friday, June 11, 2021

A Service for the Second Sunday after Trinity, 13th June, 2021

A Service for the Second Sunday after Trinity, 13th June, 2021 Preparation: Before beginning to read this short service, you may wish to find a space for prayer in front of a cross, a candle, or a special place. May the light of …
Thursday, June 3, 2021

A Service for the First Sunday after Trinity

A service for Sunday 6th June 2021 - Trinity 1
Friday, May 28, 2021

David Nunn's 5th Post-Pentecost film

David provides us with his last film in the days after Pentecost, as the mission of the early church unfolds
Thursday, May 27, 2021

David Nunn's 4th post-pentecost film

David provides us with a fourth short film this week, as he traces the progress of the early church
Thursday, May 27, 2021

A Service for Trinity Sunday

A form of service for Sunday 30th May 2021 - Trinity Sunday
Wednesday, May 26, 2021

David Nunn's Third Post-Pentecost film

David continues his journey with Paul as he brings us the lands and places of the Bible on film
Monday, May 24, 2021

David Nunn's second Pentecost film

The Tuesday after Pentecost and David Nunn continues his series of short films following the steps of the early Christians
Monday, May 24, 2021

David Nunn's Pentecost films part 1

During Holy Week, David took us to the sites of the events of the passion of Jesus.  But it was to be another 50 days before Jerusalem would hear the public proclamation of his Resurrection!  So this week we’ll be reliving the excitement of…
Thursday, May 20, 2021

A Service for Pentecost

A service for Whitsunday - The Day of Pentecost - 23rd May 2021
Friday, May 14, 2021

A Service for the 7th Sunday of Easter

A Service for use on Sunday 16th May, the Sunday between Ascension Day and Pentecost - the 7th Sunday of Easter
Thursday, May 13, 2021

A Service for Ascension Day

A Service for use on 13th May 2021 - The Ascension Day
Wednesday, May 5, 2021

A Service for the Sixth Sunday of Easter

Before beginning to read this short service, you may wish to find a space for prayer in front of a cross, a candle, or a special place. During the Easter Season we call to mind the days when our Lord passed from death to life and appeared …
Wednesday, April 28, 2021

A Service for the Fifth Sunday of Easter

Preparation: Before beginning to read this short service, you may wish to find a space for prayer in front of a cross, a candle, or a special place. During the Easter Season we call to mind the days when our Lord passed from death to life…
Monday, April 19, 2021

A service for the 4th Sunday of Easter

A service for 25th April 2021 - The Fourth Sunday of Easter
Thursday, April 15, 2021

A Service for the Third Sunday of the Easter Season

A service for Sunday 18th April 2021, which is the 2nd Sunday after Easter, or the 3rd Sunday of the Easter Season!