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Nitin Shinde ordained Deacon at Bristol Cathedral ..
On Sunday 6th July 2025, Nitin Shinde was ordained as a Deacon in the Church of England at Bristol Cathedral. Surrounded by family and friends, Nitin marked this deeply significant moment alongside his wife Nikita, and sons Stephen and Shalom. We’re delighted to share photos of the service and celebrations, as well as Nitin’s own moving reflection ..
Will Stevenette ordained Deacon at Birmingham Cath ..
On Saturday 5th July 2025, we were delighted to witness the ordination of Will Stevenette—son of our vicar, Revd Simon Stevenette—at Birmingham Cathedral. It was a deeply moving occasion, made even more special as Will gave his first communion to family, friends, and fellow congregants. Below you’ll find a selection of photographs capturing mome ..
Help Us Complete the Final Phase of the Jubilee Ga ..
🌿 Help Us Complete the Final Phase of the Jubilee Garden! 🌹We’re now halfway through Phase 3 of our Jubilee Garden restoration – the final and most challenging stage of this long-awaited project.This east–west section brings unique difficulties with mature trees, gravestones, and limited access. But thanks to the incredible dedication o ..
2nd Annual Eco Fair at Christ Church - Caring For ..
Come and Discover the Plant, Wildlife, and Nature in your local churchyard and grounds! Caring For God's Acre - Christ Church 2nd Eco Fair - FREE ENTRY Sat 7th June 2025 12-4pm at Christ Church After the success of last year’s first Eco Fair and growing local interest, we’re excited to bring the event back for 2025! As part of the nationa ..
The Friends of Christ Church AGM and Annual Lectur ..
The Friends of Christ Church AGM is this Thursday, 22nd May at 2pm in Christ Church.The AGM is followed by the Friends of Christ Church Annual Lecture at 3pm in Christ Church.Join us for a fascinating afternoon celebrating the stained glass windows of Christ Church!Stained glass expert Mike Snow will begin with a short talk on the history and art of stained ..
Church Family – Please support the finale co ..
Church Family - Please support the finale concert at next week's beer festival!We’re calling on all our church family to come along and support this uplifting evening of music in the beautiful setting of Christ Church on Sunday 11th May. Please share this with your family and friends too!🎵 Just one week to go until the Finale Concert of this year†..
Holy Week at Christ Church Swindon ..
🌿 Holy Week at Christ Church Swindon 🌿13th – 20th April 2025 Join us for a meaningful journey through Holy Week, with daily prayers, special services, music, and reflections as we prepare for Easter together.🕊️ Daily Morning Prayer – 9am (Mon–Sat)🙏 Compline – 6:30pm (Mon–Wed)🎶 Passiontide Organ Re ..
Notice of forthcoming Annual Parochial Church Meet ..
Notice of Forthcoming Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM)This will take place on Sunday 27th April at 11.30am, immediately after the morning service.We will review the year 2024-25, including the Annual Report and Financial Report, with an opportunity to ask questions.(Please note you can view the Annual and Financial Report now online HERE.)It's the AGM ..
Join Us for the Old Town Beer Festival – Our Big ..
Join Us for the Old Town Beer Festival – Our Biggest Fundraiser of the Year!We are thrilled to welcome you to the 12th annual Old Town Beer Festival, running from Thursday 8th May to Sunday 11th May at Christ Church and the Community Centre. This four-day event has grown into a major highlight of the local calendar, attracting beer and cider enthusiasts, m ..
Margaret Williams MBE ..
Margaret Williams MBEMargaret Williams MBESunrise: 21st July 1931; Sunset: 5th March 2025'Well done, thou good and faithful servant'.May she rest in peacePhoto: Janet French - used with permissionIt is with great sadness that we pass on the news that Margaret died peacefully at home at 12.10am on Wednesday 5th March.This news marks the end of a wonderful ser ..
