Worship - Service Times

Patterns and Times of Worship

St Matthew's provides a rich variety of opportunities for worship intended to sustain a range of spiritual needs. You are very welcome to join us at any of our services. Please check this page for any occasional changes to service times and the special services coming up page.

Sundays

10:15am - The Parish Mass (sung)
5:30pm - Evensong — according to The Book of Common Prayer

The main act of worship for the community.
A sung celebration comprising choral and congregational music.
Incense is used.
A carpeted area with Christian resources and activities for young children is provided for those who wish to use it.
Refreshments are served afterwards.

First Sunday in the month

10:15am - All Age Mass for the Parish Family
5:30pm - Choral Evensong
When the choir is on holiday (coinciding with school holidays and half terms) Choral Evensong is replaced with Congregational Evensong

A more informal style of worship with our Uniformed Organisations where our younger members take responsibility for parts of the service.
A talk or presentation based on the themes of the day replaces the homily. Refreshments provided by Café Guides are available afterwards.

Second Sunday in the month

10:15am - Laying on of hands and the Sacrament of Anointing is offered in the Lady Chapel.
5:30pm - Congregational Evensong

Third Sunday in the month

5:30pm - Choral Evensong and Benediction

Fourth and Fifth Sundays in the month

5:30pm - Congregational Evensong

Weekdays

(during winter months of November to March, may be held in the Parish Centre)
Morning and Evening Prayer are said publicly at 9.00am and 5.30pm daily

Monday	7:00pm Mass (on Bank Holidays at 9.30am) (Healing Mass and Devotions on the first Monday in the month)
Tuesday	Currently suspended
Wednesday	12 Noon Mass
Thursday	12 Noon Mass
Friday	12 Noon Mass
Saturday	9:30am Mass (Mass of Our Lady of Walsingham followed by a Cell Meeting on the second Saturday of the month)

Major Feast-Days

Procession and Sung Mass at 7:30pm.
(Always held in church. The morning Mass may be cancelled — refer to literature in church and on the website)

Monthly Requiem

The Faithful Departed are prayed for each day. Once a month a requiem is offered for the repose of their souls of our departed loved ones, former worshippers, and those whose mortal remains (ashes) have been laid to rest in our church grounds. This service takes place as advertised in the pew sheet.

Confession

The Sacrament of Reconciliation, commonly known as Confession, is celebrated in the Lady Chapel by appointment with the clergy. They are also available for advice and guidance on any matter of concern. All aspects of the Sacrament are in confidence.

Safeguarding

St Matthew's is committed to providing a safe environment for all who come. If you have any concerns, please speak with one of our welcomers or a churchwarden who may be identified by their lanyard. They will be happy to help you.

Accessibility

Please enter by the main porch in the south west corner of the church where there are no steps. Spaces are provided in the centre of the nave for wheelchair users.

Live streaming

Please note that on Sunday mornings the Parish Mass is live streamed. You may sit where you wish. If, however, you prefer not to be seen online, please sit in a side aisle. The administration of Holy Communion will not be shown.

Loop System

An auditory loop system is available for those with hearing aids. Please turn to 'T'.
 

Toilet and baby changing facilities

Toilet and baby changing facilities may be found at the base of the church tower. There is also a small servery.

For younger children

In the north aisle (nearest to Collingwood Road), a carpeted area equipped with age appropriate Christian resources is provided. Please feel free to make use of it.

Mobile phone

You are respectfully asked to turn your mobile phone to silent before the service begins.
 

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