by diviadmin | Mar 2, 2026 | Blog
We were delighted to have been selected as the ‘Community Project’ for a small team of King’s Trust volunteers. The King’s Trust was founded in 1976 by the then Prince of Wales (now King Charles) to support young people aged 11-30 (especially those facing...
by diviadmin | Feb 24, 2026 | Blog
We were delighted to host the Deanery Confirmation Service, which was conducted by The Right Reverend Richard Atkinson, Bishop of Bedford, on 1st February. Eleven candidates were presented for Confirmation, seven of whom came from our own benefice. It was a truly...
by diviadmin | Feb 10, 2026 | Blog
Are you interested in finding out more about faith? Or do you have any questions about faith which you would like to explore? Our annual Start Course is a six-week evening course which gives easily accessible introductions to the Christian faith in a relaxed setting....
by diviadmin | Jan 7, 2026 | Blog
This Christmas we give thanks for the birth of Jesus, the gift of peace, and the light of hope. We also give thanks for the love and support of our community throughout this year, particularly with our church hall restoration project (see here for more information)...
by diviadmin | Dec 16, 2025 | Blog
Every year our church is filled with Christmas Trees and Nativity Scenes created by local schools, groups and businesses. If you would like to enter a tree or scene, there is still time to submit an entry into this year’s festival (click on this link to complete the...
by diviadmin | Nov 25, 2025 | Blog
We are delighted to announce that £3,000 has been donated to the Friends of St Mary’s from the Balstock committee! The donation will go towards the restoration of our beloved church hall, following the vandalism last year. As you can see, work is already underway!...
