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🌿 Growing in Generosity – Join the Parish Giving Scheme 🌿We’ve launched our annual stewardship campaign at Christ Church, and we’re encouraging everyone to support our church through regular giving via the Parish Giving Scheme.Why use the scheme? ✅ It saves time, money, and reduces our admin ✅ Gift Aid is automatical ..
The Friends of Christ Church Charity Christmas Market ReturnsThe Friends of Christ Church are once again organising the Charity Christmas Market on Saturday 22nd November at Christ Church, Old Town.This very popular outreach event is being opened by the Mayor and Father Christmas in the church at 11am and will finish at 2.30pm.Lots of charities are participa ..
Christ Church Celebrates Becoming a Fairtrade Place of WorshipWe are delighted to announce that Christ Church has been officially recognised as a Fairtrade Place of Worship! This award reflects our commitment as a congregation to make ethical choices in what we buy and use, showing care for global neighbours and standing for justice in the systems behind the ..
Growing in GenerosityDear Friends,Nicola and I are so grateful for all you are and all you give towards the life and ministry of Christ Church with St Mary’s. Over 27 years, we have seen God’s love transform lives, and we continue to give thanks for those whose legacy inspires us today.This year our PCC has been encouraged by real spiritual fruit as we s ..
Ride + Stride 2025 – Records Broken and Memories Honoured On Saturday 13th September, members of Christ Church once again joined the annual Wiltshire Ride + Stride, raising funds both for our own church and for the Wiltshire Historic Churches Trust. This year was full of amazing achievements, heartfelt tributes, and inspiring community spirit. Record-brea ..
Church Family Weekend at Home – 12th–14th September 2025 This September, the Old Town Partnership of Churches will gather for a very special Church Family Weekend at Home, hosted at Christ Church and the Community Centre. From Friday 12th to Sunday 14th September, we’ll be coming together around the theme: ✨ “Growing in Jesus and Com ..
Christ Church Swindon Strikes Gold for Creation Care 🌿✨ We are thrilled to announce that Christ Church Swindon has been awarded the A Rocha UK Eco Church Gold Award – the highest level of recognition for a church’s commitment to caring for God’s creation. This award is given only after a thorough and rigorous assessment across five ke ..
The Grief Opera – A Moving Musical Journey at Christ ChurchSaturday 1st November 2025 | 7.30pm (doors open 7.00pm) | Tickets: £10This November, Christ Church will host The Grief Opera – a powerful and emotive musical work that explores the depths of grief, love, and remembrance. Written by Nigel Linacre in response to the tragic loss of his son, a ..
The Beloved Son – A Powerful Theatrical Exploration of Henri Nouwen’s LifeWe’re delighted to be hosting The Beloved Son at Christ Church on Friday 12th September 2025 – a moving and thought-provoking solo play inspired by the life of renowned spiritual writer Henri Nouwen.Written and directed by award-winning playwright Murray Watts and perform ..
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 ..