Forthcoming Events

See the Church Calendar for information about services and events. Below is further information about some of these events and information about other events that we have been asked to publicise.

SUNDAY WORSHIP

I mention you always in my prayers, asking that somehow by God’s will, I may succeed in coming to you. For I long to see you, that I may impart some spiritual gift to strengthen you, that is, that we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith. Romans 1.9-11.

We’re delighted to share a short session for children and young people during our Sunday 10am service, EVERY WEEK!

We invite them, with their adults, to come into the Lady Chapel during the sermon and prayers, and share in a short Godly Play (a visual storytelling of scriptures, with wondering questions to share together). There's a new breakout session for older children at the same time, same place now too, on the Second and Fourth Sunday of every month!

Individual personal prayer, early morning to mid afternoon each day

The church is generally open from early morning to mid afternoon every day. Please do publicise this amongst those you know: there must be many people who would value an opportunity to spend some comforting time in prayer, peace and reflection in these times. May our church’s light shine in the darkness.

Prayers for our Community, 9:30am, every Saturday, in church

We meet each Saturday for a half hour session of informal prayer for those within our community and issues which affect our town and community. All welcome.

Forthcoming 8am services

We'll celebrate Holy Communion next at 8am on on Sunday 20th September, 4th and 18th October, 15th and 29th November.

Tower Tours, next on Sunday 20th September, 1-3pm Open Day 20 Sept

£5 for adults, free for children.
Contact for more information via bells@saintmichaelweb.org.uk or 07971 138020.

Our craft group usually meets on alternate Mondays in the WCC, 10am - 12noon. Next on Monday 21st September.

All welcome! We might bring along our own current crafting hobby and sometimes one of the group shares a craft. We usually prepare items for sale at the annual St Michael’s Church Holly Fair. Click here to read about our knitting workshop for the Travelling Crib.

Holy Communion, Wednesday 23rd September, 10am

A service of Holy Communion, in church. Refreshments after the service are held in the WCC.

St Michael's 'Tiny Tots', Thursday 24th September, starting at 12:30pm

Held weekly in the Windhill Churches Centre, Tiny Tots is for parents/carers and babies/preschoolers during term time, plus older children / siblings are very welcome during inset days and school holidays. It is around 1.5 - 2 hours starting with playtime and tea/coffee, then songs, stories, activities and a prayer. The Windhill Churches Centre (CM23 2PE) has easy buggy access and baby change facilities. You're welcome to bring a packed lunch too! It is also ok to be late, we understand! We look forward to welcoming you soon! We would really value some more helpers ... just to assist once a month. Please speak to Shell if you’re interested in knowing more.

FREE hot food at Thirst Youth Café for secondary school children (11-18's), Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3.30pm

This is part of the “Warm Spaces” initiative. Food available whilst stocks last. Menu changes weekly.”

Bereavement Journey Course, on seven Saturday mornings from 26th September

For anyone bereaved at any time; with films and discussion groups. It's the chance to explore grief in a safe space. If you are interested and would value a preliminary conversation, please contact Alison Jordan via the Parish Office. Previous guests have found the course to be supportive in their grief.

St Michael's Patronal Festival Celebrations, Sunday 27th September
All are warmly invited to share in our festival worship: with a special 10am Michaelmas Communion Service using the Book of Common Prayer (1662). Then, why not join us for a celebratory Bring & Share Lunch in the WCC after the service. Sign up sheets are in the Publicity Area and WCC – all are welcome!

Prayer Ministry
Prayers are offered for healing, praise or thanksgiving in the Lady Chapel after worship on fourth Sundays each month, next on Sunday 27th September.

Bishop's Stortford Town Council Children’s Logo & Tagline Competition - Deadline 30th September.
for children/young people up to age 18, to help create a brand-new identity for the town, replacing the current ‘Historic Market Town’ logo. See more information in Publicity Area.

Quiet Days in Albury, next on Thursday 1st October

Days of reflection and contemplation in June’s home. We still need drivers, please contact the Parish Office if you think you could help.

Harvest, Sunday 4th October
We’ll celebrate Harvest at 8am and 10am services. There will be a Red Bucket for Chris’ work with CMS. We are delighted that Chris will be joining us via zoom for the 10am service and reflecting on his ministry. We also request food gifts for Bishop’s Stortford Food Bank.

Churches Together in Bishop’s Stortford - Songs of Praise Service, 4pm, Sunday 4th October (URC)
A copy of the latest newsletter can be found on the CTBS website
There’s lots happening, including a Songs of Praise service next Sunday 4th October, 4pm at the United Reformed Church, Water Lane.

TLC Tuesdays, Tuesday 6th October in the WCC, 2:15pm for 2:30pm

Join tea and talk and a regular short presentation on wide-ranging interests. In September we are delighted to welcome Patricia Meadmore with her talk, 'Once upon a stage'.