Ash Wednesday- Eucharist
Feb
18
8:00 pm20:00

Ash Wednesday- Eucharist

ASH WEDNESDAY AND THE OBSERVANCE OF LENT

Ash Wednesday and the observance of Lent as we know it came into existence somewhere between the fifth and eighth centuries. Forty is the number of days our Lord fasted in the wilderness, like the forty-day fasts of Moses and Elijah which are recorded in the Old Testament. Thus Ash Wednesday is now forty-six days before Easter (forty weekdays). The tradition of fasting during Lent mirrors that of our Lord. In the Book of Common Prayer, Ash Wednesday is described as a ‘Greater Fast’, one of two, with Good Friday being the other. The ashes used on Ash Wednesday are obtained by burning the palms of the previous year (now the palm crosses).
Lent is a season when we pray for God’s compassion, and we should also show compassion to others. In modern times we are equally encouraged to ‘take something on’ as ‘give something up’.




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Creating Christingles
Jan
31
to 1 Feb

Creating Christingles

EVERYONE IS WELCOME

Come and create Christingles in Fellowship House, there will be plenty of sweets!

What is Christingle?

Christingle celebrations are named after the Christingles that are lit during the ceremony. Christingles are oranges wrapped in red tape, decorated with dried fruit or sweets, with a candle on the top.

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Update on the Restoration of the Bazelgette Mausoleum
Jan
25
10:30 am10:30

Update on the Restoration of the Bazelgette Mausoleum

Habitats & Heritage is coordinating the conservation of the Bazalgette Mausoleum at St Mary's, Wimbledon. This fascinating building is in need of repair and maintenance. The broader project also incorporates new research, the production of educational resources, and working with communities to better understand our impact on the water system. Come and meet the Bazalgette Team on Sunday 25th January in Garden Hall between 10:30 and 12:00. We would love to hear your thoughts and answer any questions you have at this early stage of the project.

 

 

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Oct
12
6:30 pm18:30

Howells Fest. Evensong with Wimbledon High School Choir

Join St Mary's Choir on Sunday 12 October for a joint Evenong with the Wimbledon High School Chamber Choir 

Twenty-four talented young women will join our choir in singing music of Herbert Howells, in celebration of the composer's birthday. Feat. guest organist James Gough (Southwark Cathedral). Sun 12 Oct; 6:30pm at St Mary's Church. 

 

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Christian Aid Week
May
11
to 17 May

Christian Aid Week

  • St Mary's Church, Wimbledon (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Eradicating poverty

Everyone is equal in the sight of God

For over 75 years, this truth has inspired us to stand together in solidarity with our most marginalised global neighbours, of all faiths and none.  

Poverty is an outrage against humanity. It robs people of their dignity and lets injustice thrive. 

We seek to eradicate extreme poverty by tackling its root causes. Together with people living in poverty, we amplify our voices to speak truth to power and create lasting change. 

https://www.christianaid.org.uk/appeals/key-appeals/christian-aid-week

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Christian Aid Car Boot Sale
May
10
7:00 am07:00

Christian Aid Car Boot Sale

ENTRY FROM 7am BOOKING NOT REQUIRED Cars £10 Vans £15

Visiting:

ENTRANCE £1, £2 BEFORE 9AM

Please contact Saray & Michael Canby              cacbwimbledon@outlook.com

PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT ST MARY’S CHURCH OR THE PARISH OFFICE REGARDING THIS EVENT, THEY HAVE NO INFORMATION AND DO NOT ORGANISE THIS EVENT.

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Easter Day
Apr
20
8:00 am08:00

Easter Day

On Easter Sunday, churches across England will celebrate because Jesus died for our sins and then rose again.

On the third day after being crucified, Jesus' tomb was found to be empty. He had risen from the dead. Life triumphs over death! The joy of resurrection is possible only because Christ endured death and conquered it. 

Services:

6am Dawn Sung Eucharist followed by breakfast in Garden Hall

8am BCP Eucharist

9.30am Easter Eucharist

11.15am Relaxed Easter Celebration

12noon Shortened Eucharist

6.30pm Choral Evensong

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Good Friday
Apr
18
11:00 am11:00

Good Friday

Good Friday is the day when Christians remember the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. It is a sombre day. Usually, churches meet, pray and reflect on the sacrifice Jesus willingly paid for all our sins.

11.15am Children’s Service

2pm Liturgy of the Cross

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Maundy Thursday
Apr
17
8:00 pm20:00

Maundy Thursday

Maundy Thursday is the day when we remember Jesus sharing the Last Supper with his disciples before his death.

Maundy Thursday gets its name from the Latin word mandare meaning to command. We remember Jesus' command: 'Love one another as I have loved you'. 

At the Last Supper Jesus washed the disciples' feet. Some churches recreate this act of service at special services and events. This is not only an important reminder of the nature of Jesus, who we serve, but also the kind of service we are meant to demonstrate in our love for one another. 

8pm Preached Eucharist & Foot Washing

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