Live Streamed Services
Sunday 8 December 2024 at 10:15am
The Second Sunday of Advent
Sunday services are live streamed on our website and via our YouTube Channel.
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Order of Service for this live stream.
Sunday 1 December 2024 at 10:15am
The First Sunday of Advent
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Order of Service for this live stream.
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Welcome to the Parish Website for St Matthew's, Northampton
The Revd Canon Nicholas Setterfield
Welcome to our parish website. I hope you will find your visit informative and interesting, a valuable way of discovering more about the
rich and varied life of our Parish. Above all, I hope what you find here will inspire you to come and see us in person.
St Matthew's is an Anglo-Catholic parish in the Diocese of Peterborough which has been serving God and the world in and around
Northampton for more than 130 years. A daily Mass continues to be offered as we aspire to 'worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness'
and bring people to know, love, and follow Our Lord Jesus Christ.
We welcome each individual as a child of God and foster a sense of belonging to a porous and outward looking worshipping community.
Our diverse parish family is characterised by mutual respect and affirmation based on a recognition that, though unique, we are each
created in the likeness of Christ.
We endeavour to live out the implications of the Christian Gospel within our contemporary setting. We do so via a well promoted pattern
of worship, nurture and, in a spirit of service, through a variety of community-based activities and events that attract growing numbers
of people from far and wide.
Canon Nicholas Setterfield
Vicar
What's coming up
Carols by Candlelight
Saturday 21 December 2024 at 4:00pm
Well-loved music sung by the Choir of St Matthew's Church with audience participation carols. Including music by Leighton, Lloyd, Carter and Rutter.
Directed and accompanied by Thomas Moore and Paul Weston.
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Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols
Sunday 22 December 2024 at 4:00pm
Join us for a beautiful afternoon of reflection and celebration at our Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols. Experience the warmth of Christmas through
scripture readings and timeless carols.
Christmas Eve
Midnight Mass
Sunday 24 December 2024 at 11:30pm
Join us for a heartfelt service filled with beautiful carols and the warmth of our community. All are welcome to share in the hope and light of
this special service, come and be part of the celebration!
Christmas Day
Procession & Parish Mass
Sunday 25 December 2024 at 10:15pm
Rejoice with us on Christmas Day as we come together to celebrate the birth of Christ. Whether you're a regular or visiting for the first time,
all are welcome to share in the hope and love of this joyous day!"
Become A Chorister
The Director of Music, Thomas Moore, is looking to recruit boys from school year 4 to 7 and girls from school year 5 upwards who are keen to sing and eager to learn.
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St Matthew's Minis
Thursdays in term time from 9:45am to 11:30am
A pre-school play group for children under five years of age. It provides a safe environment for children to play, with lots of toys -
under the supervision of their parents or care-givers - and an opportunity for the adults to have a chat and meet new friends.
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St Matthew's Monthly Magazine
The St Matthew's Mail is packed full of information about activities and events taking place at or around the church. With a suggested donation
of just £1, you will find everything you need.
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Facilities for Hire
St Matthew's Parish Centre
The St Matthew's Parish Centre, has excellent facilities and has rooms available to hire at exceptional rates. The grassed area may also be used for outside events.
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Information Quick Links
Safeguarding
Read our safeguarding policy and find out how to get advice and support.
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Building a Generous Church
Find out how you can donate to St Matthew's Church.
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Current Music List
Discover what music has been planned for the current month.
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Scripture Readings
Step forward in your discipleship and join others in weekday scripture readings.
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Special Services Coming Up
Information about special services coming up at St Matthew's Church.
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Forthcoming Musical Events
Information about forthcoming musical events accompanied by event posters.
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A Brief History
Read about the fascinating history of St Matthew's Church.
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Parish News & Weekly Notices
Read the weekly notices and latest parish news at St Matthew's Church.
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