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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Any Questions

Any Questions? willbe holding their next meeting on Tuesday 7th February 2023. 6.30pm for a 7.00pm start. Venue: Swanage Methodist Church, High Street.

Wednesday, February 1, 2023

All Things Bright & Beautiful

All Things Bright & Beautiful returns to St Mary’s next Tuesday, 7th February at 2.30pm. Please pick up a flyer from the back of church and ‘spread the word’.

Tuesday, January 10, 2023

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong - 15th January 2023

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 15th January led by Cathy Lamb, Director of Music at Lichfield Cathedral. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.00pm rehearsal star…

Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Homes for Ukraine

Invitation to 'Next Steps' Workshop...

Friday, December 23, 2022

Christmas Services at St Mary's

Here are the services being held at St Mary's Church on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. You are all very welcome to join us at as many of the services as you wish. Merry Christmas everyone.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Swanage Town Carol Service (1)

The Swanage Town Carol Service will be held on Sunday 18th December at 6.30pm in St Mary's Church, Swanage...

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Swanage Area Warm Welcomes...

Here you will find a range of venues offering refreshment, warmth, and company over the colder months.

Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Worship at Christmas

Christmas Services at our four churches: St Mary's, St Mark's, All Saints and St Nicholas (Studland). We look forward to seeing you and celebrating the festive season.

Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Belvedere Singers Christmas Concert

The ‘Belvedere Singers’ will be performing a wonderful mix of music to ring in the festive period at St Mary’s Church on Saturday 10th December, at 7.30pm.

Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Purbeck Christmas Tree Festival

The Purbeck Christmas Tree Festival will be held Thursday 8th - Saturday 10th December, 10am - 6pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church...

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Purbeck Arts Choir Concert at St Mary's

On Saturday 26th November at 6.30pm, Purbeck Arts Choir will be celebrating both the 150th Anniversary of Ralph Vaughan Williams and the opportunity to present David Fawcett's cantata 'A Sure Refuge'

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Remembrance Sunday Services at St Mary's

Swanage Town Remembrance Service – Sunday, 13th November, 2.30pm at St Mary’s Church. After the service in church, the parade will make its way to the War Memorial ....

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Any Questions? (2)

Professor Ian Kimber OBE, will speaking at the Any Questions meeting on Tuesday 22nd November, 6.30pm for 7pm at Swanage URC....

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

'SACRED HARMONY' in Northern Ireland

In August I spent a week filming in Northern Ireland for the Christian TV Broadcaster, TBNUK . This was the fourth series of my programme “Sacred Harmony”, highlighting Christian music through the centuries.

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

'A Service in Which to Remember' St Mary's - Sunday 30th October

A Service in Which to Remember - 6.30 pm, Sunday 30th October - St Mary’s Church - As in previous years on the Feast of All Souls (Sunday 30th October), instead of Choral Evensong at 6.30pm at St Mary’s ...

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Choral Evensong - 23rd October at 6.30pm

St Mary’s Choral Evensong, Sunday 23rd October at 6.30pm - This year is the 40th anniversary of Rev. Canon John Wood's ordination as a Priest.

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Hosting a Ukrainian Family

Have you thought about hosting a Ukrainian family, but not sure it it's right for you? Do you have ukrainian guests already?

Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Swanage Skatepark Opening Day

Swanage, you did it! After 20 years of dedicated fundraising, Swanage Skatepark now has a new half-pipe! An incredible example of grassroots fundraising led by Lorna Haines; backed by our local community. There are many people to thank …

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Volunteers Desperately Needed!!

This was a message from the wonderful Kim Gallagher of Swanage & Purbeck Development Trust at a meeting a couple of days ago...

Friday, September 23, 2022

Peace Workshop

A series of 5 peace workshops will be held 3-31 October at Not Just Sundaes Community Cafe.....

Friday, September 23, 2022

Choral Scholarships 2022-2023

St Mary's Church Choir are seeking 3 choral scholars for the academic year 2022-2023

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

St Nicholas Church, Studland - Harvest Ploughman's Lunch

Come and celebrate Harvest Festival on Sunday 2nd October at 10.00am.

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Calling all book lovers!

A popular home library service, run by Royal Voluntary Service, the national volunteering organisation, is looking to grow its service for housebound readers in the Dorset and BCP Council area.

Friday, September 9, 2022

Queen Elizabeth II: Tributes from Church of England Bishops

The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have led tributes from Bishops of the Church of England following the announcement of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Friday, September 9, 2022

Church bells to toll and prayers said across England as nation enters mourning

Church bells will be tolled across England today following the announcement of the death of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong - 18th September 2022

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 18th September with guest organist David Poulter. The “Come and Sing” event is open to all singers. Arrival at St Mary’s is for a 4.00pm rehearsal start. A cup of tea is prov…

Tuesday, August 30, 2022

T-Pot in the Rectory Classroom

Our next T-Pot morning will be on Wednesday 7th September, 10.00am - 12.30pm. Come along and join us for a cuppa, some lovely cake and a chat. Oh and bring along friends too - everyone is welcome.

Friday, August 19, 2022

Lifeboat Week 2022 Annual Service

With the Lifeboat Week drawing to a close this weekend there will be a service held on Swanage Pier at 4.00pm. Please note the revised time.

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Team Vicar Appointment

The Revd Joanna Levasier has been appointed as our new Team Vicar and Schools Missioner.

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

New Team Rector for Swanage & Studland Team Ministry

It was announced on 17th July that the new Team Rector of Swanage & Studland will be ...

Friday, July 8, 2022

Carnival Praise - 31st July

Come and join us in worship and praise at the Bandstand on 31st July at 11.00am. Everyone is welcome.

Friday, June 24, 2022

Swanage 2022 Jazz Festival

Swanage 2022 Jazz Festival ~ Jazz by the Sea presents Salvator Mundi in St Mary's Church on Sunday 10th July, 1-2pm. Admission Free.

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Fundraising Concert at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Swanage

The Chamber Choir and Wind Ensemble of Luckley House School are holding a fundraising concert on Sunday 3rd July, 5.00pm at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Swanage.

Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Music for a Summer's Evening

Come and join us at St Mary's on Saturday 2nd July at 7.30pm for an evening of music with the Epsom Choral Society. Free Entry with a collection for the Swanage Lifeboat.

Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Dorset County Orchestra Concert at St Mary's

The Dorset County Orchestra's Summer Concert is being held at StMary's Church on Saturday 18th June at 7.30pm. Tickets £15 on the door or early bird tickets are availale online from Ticketsource (£12) or from Tily Whims, 3-4 The Square, Swa…

Friday, June 10, 2022

Summer Organ Recital at St Mary's - 16th June

The next organ recital in the summer series will be held on Thursday 16th July at 7.30pm in St Mary's Church. The guest will be concert organist Dr Gordon Stewart. Tickets £10 on the door or from the Parish Office.

Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Churches Together - Picnic at Rempstone Farm

Purbeck Churches Together invites you all to enjoy a bring-your-own picnic at Rempstone Farm on Sunday 19th June, 12.30pm-3.00pm...

Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Dorset County Orchestra - Concert at St Mary's

Dorset County Orchestra are delighted to announce their Summer concert, this year once again taking place in St Mary’s Church, Swanage, on Saturday 18 June 2022.

Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Platinum Jubilee Choral Evensong at St Mary's

St Mary's will be celebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee with a special Choral Evensong on 5th June....

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Aggies

Aggie Weston’s (http://www.aggies.org.uk/ ) is a Christian Charity that supports the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Royal Fleet Auxiliary and their families through the provision of Pastoral Workers in military bases and establishments around t…

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Parish Administrator Vacancy - Langton Matravers

We are re-advertising the Parish Administrator post based at St George’s, Langton Matravers: The role of Parish Administrator is central to the life of the churches in the Purbeck Hills. S/he is responsible for the efficient running of…

Friday, May 13, 2022

Rogation Sunday - 22nd May 2022

Join us in a walk around Studland Village asking God's blessing..... followed by bbq at Manor Farm.

Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Summer Organ Recitals

Here is a list of the Summer Organ Recitals being held at St Mary's Parish Church over the next couple of months.

Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Summer Organ Recitals at St Mary’s

I am very pleased that after a two year gap due to the pandemic, we are able to re-start our summer organ recital series again this year. There will be four recitals – each on a Thursday evening at 7.30pm and tickets are £10.

Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Purbeck Arts Choir Spring Concert this Saturday...

Spring Concert 2022 – St John Passion Our next concert is this Saturday, 7th May at St Mary’s Church, Swanage at 6.30pm. Chilcott’s setting of St John Passion is an hour-long work telling the story of Christ's Passion using the text f…

Saturday, April 30, 2022

Team Rector's Easter Day Sermon

Parishioners have asked for the text of the Rector's Easter Day sermon to be posted on the website

Saturday, April 30, 2022

Blogs and Books

The team rector has concluded his series of blogs and has news of another book in the pipeline

Saturday, April 30, 2022

Team Rector's presentation and the celebratory choral evensong

On the evening of Sunday 24th April, Choral Evensong was celebrated with a newly commissioned anthem from Simon Lole, and was followed by a reception and presentation to John and Helen on retirement.

Saturday, April 30, 2022

St Mark's 150th anniversary service

Sunday 24th April saw the service marking the 150th anniversary of St Mark's Church Herston. It was a very special occasion! The sun shone, the singing was good, the Bishop's sermon inspired us all, and the themes of thanksgiving for what…

Friday, April 29, 2022

St Mark's 150th Anniversary Celebrations

Last weekend St Mark's celebrated the 150th Aniversary of the church. Here are a few photographs from the weekend's events.

Friday, April 29, 2022

Applications for the post of Team Rector

The position for a new Team Rector for the Swanage & STudland Team Ministry is now being advertised on the Diocesan website...

Friday, April 29, 2022

Website is back!

We are very sorry that the website has been down for some time. This has been nobody's fault, just one of those technical things that happens from time to time and, on this occasion, it took a while to put right! But we are up and running…

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

'Come & Sing' Choral Evensong - Sunday 20th March 2022

‘Come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 20th March with guest conductor Peter Nardone. Peter Thomas Nardone BA FRCO (born 1965) is primarily a freelance conductor, singer and composer. He has sung with the Monteverdi…

Friday, March 4, 2022

Chris Stratta - Leprosy Mission speaking at St Mark's on Sunday 20th March

Hello! My name is Chris Stratta and I’m your Community Partner-ships Manager for The Leprosy Mission. I know that many of you within the Swanage and Studland churches faithfully pray for and support the work of The Leprosy Mission; I am so …

Wednesday, March 2, 2022

World Day of Prayer - 4th March 2022

On Friday 4th March there is an opportunity to participate in the World Day of Prayer which is focussed on our country this year. The theme this year is ‘I know the plans I have for you’. After several years when it has been difficult to ho…

Monday, February 28, 2022

Prayers for the people of Ukraine

On Thursday 24th February, the Archbishops of Canterbury and York, called on all Anglicans to hold in prayer the people and churches of Ukraine, those attacked, those injured, those fleeing as refugees and those killed. Their prayer reads: …

Sunday, February 13, 2022

Arrangements for Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday - 2nd March 2022 The normal range of services on Ash Wednesday give the option in the morning of the 11.00 a.m. service of Holy Communion in St Mary’s, then in the afternoon at 2.30pm, a Service of the Word for Ash Wednesday…

Tuesday, January 18, 2022

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2022

‘We Saw His Star in the East’ is the title of this year's week of prayer. Materials for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2022 have been prepared by the churches of the Middle East – see the introduction below. Dates The Week of Pr…

Sunday, January 16, 2022

Gift of vestments

The Parish of Swanage has recently received the valuable gift of three beautiful chasubles and a very fine cope, with associated other items from the estate of the Reverend Ensor Chevalier, who died some years ago. They have been gifted to…

Tuesday, January 11, 2022

"Come and Sing" Choral Evensong for 16th January

The first opportunity in 2022 to ‘come and sing’ with St Mary’s choir is taking place on Sunday 16th January with guest conductor Piers Maxim. Piers was appointed Director of Music of the Elgar Chorale in January 2015. He is currently Organ…

Thursday, December 30, 2021

Team of Churches Epiphany Service

Traditionally, the Epiphany evening service is celebrated as a service for members of the four churches to get together to re-commit themselves to one another for the your that lies ahead. It has usually been held in St Mark's, but in Janu…

Thursday, December 23, 2021

Confirmation of Christmas service arrangements

Without further Covid-19 restrictions having been put in place we can confirm that the Christmas services in the four churches of the Swanage and Studland Team Ministry should take place as advertised

Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Update on St Mary's Christmas services

The question that has been asked on a number of occasions in the past couple of days is, "Will the services go ahead in St Mary's as advertised?" The simple answer is, 'Yes', but here is a little more detail.

Thursday, December 16, 2021

Living in Love and Faith

Living in Love & Faith is a recent study by the Church of England on "Christian teaching and learning about identity, sexuality, relationships and marriage". A parallel guide to how we may discuss the questions raised has been published, to…

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

St Nicholas' makes changes for Christmas Services

The St Nicholas' response to the current Covid situation is to do our best to keep everyone safe. The Government requires face coverings to be worn in the church and although not mandatory, social distancing is desirable. This is not easily…

Saturday, November 27, 2021

Music and Readings for Advent

On Sunday 28th November, the First Sunday in Advent, a service of Music and Readings for the beginning of the Season of Advent is to be held in St Mary's Church at 6.30 p.m. This service replaces Choral Evensong, usually held at this time…

Friday, November 26, 2021

Bishop Karen to visit Swanage

On Sunday 28th November - Advent Sunday - Bishop Karen, who is acting bishop of the diocese during the vacancy in see, is coming to Swanage to preach at the 10.30 a.m. service in All Saints'. This visit has been planned for some time, and …

Friday, November 26, 2021

Christopher Phillips retirement as Verger

The retirement of Chris Phillips as verger of St Mary's Church in Swanage took place last September, but the formal handing over to his successor waited until the return of the team rector from his sabbatical and happened during the 10.30 a…

Friday, November 26, 2021

Christmas Services 2021

Here you will find the services being held in our churches over the Christmas period.

Monday, November 22, 2021

"Come and Sing" Choral Evensong

The Festival of Christ the King coincided with November's "Come and Sing" Choral Evensong

Friday, September 10, 2021

A Service for Trinity 15

A Service designed to be used on Sunday 12th September 2021, the Fifteenth Sunday after Trinity

Friday, September 3, 2021

A Service for Trinity 14

A Service designed for use on Sunday 5th September, the Fourteenth Sunday after Trinity

Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Bric a Brac & Second-hand Book Sale this Saturday!

Come and join us at St Mary's Church on Saturday 4th Sept, 10.30-1pm. We are holding a bric-a-brac and second-hand book sale on the church lawns.

Sunday, August 29, 2021

A Service for Trinity 13

A Service designed to be used on Sunday 29th August 2021

Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Love to Bake? Love to be Helpful?

We need cakes for our cake stall and help to set up and pack away at the Wave Kids Summer Fete. If you love to bake or would like to help we need you!!

Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Wave Kids Summer Fete

Wave Kids are holding a summer fete at St Mary's Church on Saturday 28th Aguust - 12-3pm. Come and join in the fun.

Sunday, August 22, 2021

A Service for the 12th Sunday after Trinity

A service designed for use on 22nd August 2021

Saturday, August 14, 2021

A Service for Trinity 11

A service for Sunday 15th August 2021 Trinity 11

Tuesday, August 10, 2021

A Service for Trinity 10

A Service for Sunday 8th August celebrated as the Festival of the Transfiguration

Thursday, July 29, 2021

A Service for 9th Sunday after Trinity

A service designed to be used on Sunday 1st August 2021, the Ninth Sunday after Trinity

Friday, July 23, 2021

Service for the 8th Sunday after Trinity

A service for use on Sunday 25th July 2021 - the 8th Sunday after Trinity

Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Thanksgiving Prayers for Wordsworth Care Home

Rev John Staples and Rev John Mann would like everyone know that a focus on the ministry of Wordsworth Care Home is taking place in St Mary's on 25 July at 6.30pm. It will be a service of evensong. It is hoped to gather all who have benefit…

Thursday, July 15, 2021

BBC "Songs of Praise" in Swanage

BBC "Songs of Praise" is to be recorded in Swanage on 29th July - singers are most welcome!

Thursday, July 15, 2021

Service for 7th Sunday after Trinity

A service for use on Sunday 18th July 2021, the 7th Sunday after Trinity

Thursday, July 8, 2021

A Service for the Sixth Sunday after Trinity

A Service for 11th July 2021 for Trinity 6.

Thursday, July 1, 2021

A Service for the Fifth Sunday after Trinity

A service for 4th July 2021, the Fifth Sunday after Trinity

Monday, June 28, 2021

The Ordinations of Nick and Lindy

Nick Webb was ordained priest on Saturday 26th June and Lindy Cameron was made deacon on Sunday 27th June. We pray that God's blessing may be upon them as they enter the next stage of their ministry in the Church

Thursday, June 24, 2021

A service for Trinity 4

A Service for use on 27th June 2021, the Fourth Sunday after Trinity

Thursday, June 17, 2021

A Service for 3rd Sunday after Trinity

A service designed to be used on Sunday 20th June 2021, the 3rd Sunday after Trinity

Friday, June 11, 2021

A Service for the Second Sunday after Trinity, 13th June, 2021

A Service for the Second Sunday after Trinity, 13th June, 2021 Preparation: Before beginning to read this short service, you may wish to find a space for prayer in front of a cross, a candle, or a special place. May the light of …

Thursday, June 3, 2021

A Service for the First Sunday after Trinity

A service for Sunday 6th June 2021 - Trinity 1

Friday, May 28, 2021

David Nunn's 5th Post-Pentecost film

David provides us with his last film in the days after Pentecost, as the mission of the early church unfolds

Thursday, May 27, 2021

David Nunn's 4th post-pentecost film

David provides us with a fourth short film this week, as he traces the progress of the early church

Thursday, May 27, 2021

A Service for Trinity Sunday

A form of service for Sunday 30th May 2021 - Trinity Sunday

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

David Nunn's Third Post-Pentecost film

David continues his journey with Paul as he brings us the lands and places of the Bible on film

Monday, May 24, 2021

David Nunn's second Pentecost film

The Tuesday after Pentecost and David Nunn continues his series of short films following the steps of the early Christians

Monday, May 24, 2021

David Nunn's Pentecost films part 1

During Holy Week, David took us to the sites of the events of the passion of Jesus. But it was to be another 50 days before Jerusalem would hear the public proclamation of his Resurrection! So this week we’ll be reliving the excitement of…

Thursday, May 20, 2021

A Service for Pentecost

A service for Whitsunday - The Day of Pentecost - 23rd May 2021

Friday, May 14, 2021

A Service for the 7th Sunday of Easter

A Service for use on Sunday 16th May, the Sunday between Ascension Day and Pentecost - the 7th Sunday of Easter

Thursday, May 13, 2021

A Service for Ascension Day

A Service for use on 13th May 2021 - The Ascension Day

Wednesday, May 5, 2021

A Service for the Sixth Sunday of Easter

Before beginning to read this short service, you may wish to find a space for prayer in front of a cross, a candle, or a special place. During the Easter Season we call to mind the days when our Lord passed from death to life and appeared …

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

A Service for the Fifth Sunday of Easter

Preparation: Before beginning to read this short service, you may wish to find a space for prayer in front of a cross, a candle, or a special place. During the Easter Season we call to mind the days when our Lord passed from death to life…

Monday, April 19, 2021

A service for the 4th Sunday of Easter

A service for 25th April 2021 - The Fourth Sunday of Easter

Thursday, April 15, 2021

A Service for the Third Sunday of the Easter Season

A service for Sunday 18th April 2021, which is the 2nd Sunday after Easter, or the 3rd Sunday of the Easter Season!