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Weekly Notices
Thursday 17th April 2025
As we draw near to Easter, we find ourselves once again walking the way of Holy Week - a journey through sorrow and sacrifice, reflection and hope. Today, on Maundy Thursday, we remember Jesus sharing a final meal with his disciples, kneeling to wash their feet, and giving us a new command: to love one another as he has loved us.
Across the parish, there are many opportunities to gather, to pause, and to reflect on the meaning of these sacred days - from the solemnity of Good Friday to the quiet waiting of Holy Saturday, and the joy of Easter morning. Whether you're able to attend one service or all of them, you are warmly invited to come as you are and walk with us through the story that changes everything.
Below is a reminder of all of our services across the Parish this Holy Week. We hope you'll join us.
Holy Week in the Parish
Maundy Thursday - 17th April
Tenebrae Service at St Mary’s - 7pm
Good Friday - 18th April
Walk of Witness in Wargrave - 10am
(Starting from top of Victoria Rd/Highfield Park)
followed by Hot Cross Buns in Church Centre
An Hour at the Cross at St Mary’s - 2pm
Our Sunday Services
St Mary’s, Wargrave
8am - Holy Communion (BCP)
9.45am - Family Holy Communion
followed by an Easter Egg Hunt
Quiet children’s activities available at the back of Church
St Peter’s, Knowl Hill
11.15am - Holy Communion
Bible Readings
This year, we will observe Maundy Thursday with a Tenebrae service, a deeply moving service of light and shadow. Through scripture readings, music, and the gradual extinguishing of candles, we journey through the growing darkness of Jesus' final hours. The service ends in silence, symbolising the weight of the night when Christ was taken from his disciples. Thursday 17th April | 7pm | St Mary's
Witness, as we journey through the village together in silent reflection on Good Friday - 18th April at 10am. At each stop there will be a reading, prayer and music. Everyone is welcome, with pushchairs, prams, wheelchairs, dogs and cats on leads, parishioners bring your visitors if they are in Wargrave for Easter. It's not necessary to complete the whole route. Join in when you can! Click the image to discover the 2025 Route
Join us on Sunday 20th April for our Family Holy Communion service followed by an Easter Egg hunt. The service will have special music by Kirsty Taylor-Stokes: Soprano, Paul Speed: Trumpet and St Mary’s Music Group. Click image to discover more...
St Mary's will be hosting a thoughtful and reflective morning, where you can explore how you would like your farewell to be shaped. Join us as we listen to hymns, music, and readings, and learn about the different types of funeral services available. Click the image to RSVP.
On Saturday 28th June, a special trip is being arranged for music lovers to enjoy an afternoon of tea, sandwiches and cakes at St Mary's Church Centre at 4.30pm before departing for the Anvil, Basingstoke to hear Brahms': 'A German Requiem' with the Royal Choral Society and the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. Click image to email Annette to reserve your space.
VE Day Service
Join us at St Mary's as we come together to commemorate VE Day with a special service of remembrance and gratitude, in collaboration with the Royal British Legion. This is a time to honour the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought for our freedom and to reflect on the lasting peace their efforts secured. Whether you have a personal connection to this historic day or simply wish to pay your respects, all are welcome to share in prayer, reflection, and community. We look forward to welcoming you.
Thursday 8th May | 6pm | St Mary’s Church, Wargrave
In other news
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We're delighted to launch our brand-new Parish website!
It's been completely redesigned to be clearer, fresher, and easier to use - whether you're checking service times, catching up on news, exploring what's on, or just curious to learn more about who we are. It's now much easier to find your way around, whether you're a long-time member or just beginning to connect with us. The Church Directory is currently not in use, but we're excited to let you know it will be launching in May - so watch this space! In the meantime, why not take a moment to explore the site? We'd love to hear what you think! Just send us your thoughts.
Electoral Roll - Not long to go. Closing date is Wednesday 30th April. Apply Now!
Ambles with Bob - Please note that 'Ambles with Bob' will not take place this Friday 18th in favour of the Walk of Witness, which will start at 10am at Highfield Park. All are welcome. The next one will be on Friday 25th April followed by a gap of a few weeks, recommencing on Friday 16th May.
Coach Trip to the Anvil - If you have not yet spoken to Annette about booking your place on the coach to visit the Anvil to hear Brahms': A German Requiem on Saturday 28th June, please email her. Discover more...
We're excited to announce that our much-loved annual concert will once again be taking place this November. It's always a highlight in the Parish calendar - a wonderful evening of music, community, and celebration organised by our Director of Music, Peter Dart. This year's concert promises to be just as special, so be sure to mark your diaries. More details will be shared soon, but for now, save the date and stay tuned!
Saturday 15th November | 7pm | St Mary's Church
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