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Updates from around St Mary's, Handbridge, the City of Chester and the Diocese of Chester
Events At St. Mary's Church
At St. Mary's Church events, you can expect a warm welcome, engaging company, and a sense of community that will make you feel right at home. Whether you're attending a family-friendly event like our toddler groups or joining us at a informative group meeting, there's something for everyone at St. Mary Without-the-Walls.
Join us and experience the social side of our church in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Visiting Us
Please bring the whole family, including children, to St Mary Without The Walls.
We understand the importance of creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. At the back of the church, we have a dedicated play area where children can have fun and play safely while parents participate in the service.
Whats on in September
Friday 4 7:00pm Music by the Bridge – Nottingham University Chamber Choir
Monday 7 7:00pm PCC Standing Committee
7:30pm Julian Meeting
Wednesday 9 12:00pm
for 12:30pm Luncheon Club in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Friday 11 10:00am St Mary’s Baby & Toddler Group in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Wednesday 16 12:00pm
for 12:30pm Luncheon Club in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Friday 18 10:00am St Mary’s Baby & Toddler Group in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Wednesday 23 12:00pm
for 12:30pm Luncheon Club in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Friday 25 10:00am St Mary’s Baby & Toddler Group in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Monday 28 7:00pm PCC Meeting
Wednesday 30 12:00pm
for 12:30pm Luncheon Club in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Whats on in October
Friday 2
10:00am St Mary’s Baby & Toddler Group in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Monday 5
7:30pm Julian Meeting
Wednesday 7
12:00pm for 12:30pm Luncheon Club in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Friday 9
10:00am St Mary’s Baby & Toddler Group in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
7:00pm Music by the Bridge – Kelsborrow Choir
Wednesday 14
12:00pm for 12:30pm Luncheon Club in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Friday 16
10:00am St Mary’s Baby & Toddler Group in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Wednesday 21
12:00pm
for 12:30pm Luncheon Club in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Friday 23
10:00am St Mary’s Baby & Toddler Group in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
Wednesday 28
12:00pm for 12:30pm Luncheon Club in St Mary’s Handbridge Centre
What Messy Church is:
Messy Church is a form of church for children and adults that involves creativity, celebration and hospitality.
It's primarily for people who don't already belong to another form of church.
It meets at a time that suits people who don't already belong to church
It typically includes a welcome, a long creative time to explore the biblical theme through getting messy; a short celebration time involving story, prayer, song, games and similar; and a sit-down meal together at tables. All elements are for, and should include, people of all ages, adults and children.
What Messy Church isn’t:
Just for children
A club - The whole of Messy Church is about worshipping God, having fellowship, exploring faith matters. It welcomes everyone, involves everyone, values everyone, is always there for the outsider. It's a church
just for families - All are welcome: single, widowed, childless, divorced. Church is inclusive, not exclusive
Dates and Themes for Messy Church 2022
Resources and links for more information