Northiam Village

St. Mary's Church, Northiam

To the glory of God; serving the community in love.

St Mary's has stood at the heart of our village for almost 1000 years, and there have been many changes within the community and the Church in that time. One thing which never changes however, is the good news of God's love, shown most fully through his son Jesus Christ and we seek to celebrate that love in our worship and share it through our care for others. Our aim at St Mary's is to be a welcoming Church to people of all ages and backgrounds and to be a living and active church within the community.

Links with our local Church of England Primary School

We always enjoy close links with our Primary School, and we welcome the children, staff and parents to four special services every year.

If you would like more information ...

Throughout the year, there are many more events and special services run at St Mary's and if you would like to know more about the life of the Church or about any of the above groups or you would like to enquire about Baptisms or Weddings or would like a visit from the Rector or know of someone else who would, then please contact:- Rev. Rod White Tel. 01797 253118

Sunday Services

8.00 a.m. Holy Communion B. C. P. (every Sunday)
10 .30 a.m. Morning Praise (first and fourth Sunday) Holy Communion C. W. (second and fifth Sunday)

Family Celebration (third Sunday usually in the Village Hall).

We try to incorporate a variety of hymns and worship songs in services and on the third Sunday of the month, we hold a Family Celebration (usually in the Village Hall) which is a less formal service for all ages. There will always be a warm welcome for everyone and coffee is served at the end of every 10:30 a.m. service.

Sunday Club For Children	Going Crackers
Usually during our 10:30 a.m. services (except at the Family Celebration) our young people leave for their own groups in the Church Centre, where they enjoy various activities and have the opportunity to learn together.	Saturday club for 5 to 11's. Once a month, we run a club for children of primary school age in the Village Hall, at which we enjoy a fun time of songs, games, teaching and craft work.
X -- tension	Home Groups
Youth club for 11 to 14's. Once a fortnight on Tuesday evenings, we run a small youth group for 11 to 14's in the Jenkin's room at the Village Hall. This gives an opportunity to chill out whilst playing pool, table football or computer games etc.	Home groups are an important part of the life of St Mary's, giving a wonderful opportunity for friendship, Bible study and prayer together in the relaxed setting of a home. At present there are two evening groups and one daytime group.

Prayer
The Church is open every day for any who would like to take the opportunity of a moment of quietness. If you have a particular need for prayer and you would like the Church family to add their prayers to your own, there is a prayer request box in the centre of the Church. There is a meeting for prayer every Wednesday morning between 9.00 a.m. - 10.00 a.m. In the Church Centre to which everyone is welcome.
Coffee Stop	Women's Fellowship
On Wednesday mornings from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, why not drop in to "Coffee Stop" in the Church Centre? You'll find a warm welcome, good coffee and enjoyable company.	On the second Tuesday of the month, Women's Fellowship meet in the Church Centre at 2 p.m. where they enjoy a varied programme of speakers, activities and most importantly, good fellowship together.
Men's Breakfast	Christians Together
Christian Vision for Men. Once a quarter on a Saturday morning, we run a men's breakfast at a local pub, starting at 8 a.m. and finishing at 10 a.m.. After an excellent full English breakfast, we enjoy a stimulating talk given by a guest speaker.	Every couple of months there is the opportunity for those who live in the village but who worship in different churches, to meet together for fellowship, worship and prayer at The Oast Houses Christian Conference Centre in Ewhurst Lane.
Christian Basics Course
Every year we try to run a course which looks at the basics of the Christian Faith, giving an opportunity for those who would like to know more about Christianity to hear a talk on various topics and to discuss or to ask questions afterwards.