St Mary the Virgin, PO30 1NR
We are the “Church on the Hill” serving God’s people in Carisbrooke. We are a “middle of the road” Anglican church with regular Sunday Services. Everyone is welome.
We are part of the newly formed parish of Newport and Carisbooke with Gatcombe which is comprised of Newport Minster, St John’s, St Mary,s, St Nicholas in Castro and St Olave’s Gatcombe. The parish is part of the Deanery of the Isle of Wight in the Diocese of Portsmouth.
Safe from harm
The parish of Newport Minster, Saint John and Carisbrooke is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Portsmouth’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
The Safeguarding Officer for St Mary's Church is Ann Smout.
Sunday
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Holy Communion
The service for those who prefer a quieter, said service
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Holy Communion
A simple early morning service of Holy Communion.
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Cafe Service
A more informal cafe style service in the church hall.
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Fruitful@9.30
A considerably less formal service, ideal for those who don't want a Communion Service.
Family-friendly.
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Holy Communion
A weekly service of Holy Communion using Common Worship.
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Holy Communion
The main Sunday Service
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Youth Alpha
A series of meetings for young people of secondary school age interested in finding out about Christianity.
If you would like to know more please contact Rev Emma Cooksey on emma.cooksey@cofeheartofwight.org
Please note, the meeting on Sunday 3rd Nov is in St John's hall.
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Said Evensong
A said Evensong with hymns, following a shortened Book of Common Prayer service.
Monday
Tuesday
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Holy Communion
A quiet, said service in the middle of the week,
followed by coffee in the local pub.
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Play Cafe with Pitter Patter
Join us for free stay and play activities for children aged 5 and under and their carers. Activities, drink and snack provided.
Wednesday
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Parsons Pantry
Pop into St Mary's Church for tea/coffee and cake.
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Parson's Pantry
Our own village cafe, serving a selection of teas and coffees, and of course homemade cakes. All the profits go to the church.
Thursday
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Youth Alpha
A series of meetings for young people of secondary school age interested in finding out about Christianity.
If you would like to know more please contact Rev Emma Cooksey on emma.cooksey@cofeheartofwight.org
Friday
Saturday
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Handicraft Group (Socks)
Bring your own knitting project or join in on the morning.