Author Archives: St Mary's C of E church
Bishops’ statement on rising anti-semitism
The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev’d Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani has joined the Bishops of Gloucester, Norwich and Southwark in publishing a joint statement in response to the rise of antisemitism in Britain. The statement can be read here: https://www.chelmsford.anglican.org/news/statement-in-response-to-the-rise-of-antisemitism-in-britain
NOTICE OF ANNUAL PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING
Parish of St Mary the Virgin Wivenhoe The Annual Parochial Church Meeting will be held in church on Sunday 10th May 2026 at 12.30.The election of Churchwardens; Deanery Synod Representatives; Parochial Church Council members and the appointment of the Independent … Continue reading
Stations of the Resurrection
TRAILING THROUGH SIX EASTER REFLECTIONS Revd Janet Driver’s initiative to create an Art trail for Easter found support from local artists. Their work can now be seen in prints of the originals, displayed at locations from near The Cross down … Continue reading
Pre-loved sale 21 March 2026
The Fundraising team are arranging this Pre-Loved event for all families on Saturday 21st March from 10 am – 1pm.A sale of items for Babies and Children up to age 12. The Town Mayor Jon Guy will be visiting. There … Continue reading
Bible course Lent/Easter 2026
Start date Tuesday 24 February.8 Tuesdays – 7-9pm in The Annexe.Led by Jonas Lammens.Please contact if joining: erwinlammens@btinternet.com
Confirmation preparation 11-17 year-olds and older
Sunday 5th July at 11.00am with Bishop RogerSt Mary’s Church, Wivenhoe Aged between 11 and 17?This may be for you! Confirmation Preparation TasterSunday 8 February at 9.45amled by Revd Emma Smith Explore your faith with others and consider whether confirmation … Continue reading
Annual Quiz 7 February
Tables are still available to book on our quiz night but hurry- they probably won’t be for long! The quiz itself has had a bit of a face lift but the format is pretty similar:you bring your own drink/snacks/glasses and … Continue reading
Christmas Lights at 8 Spring Lane- a Thank-You!
The donations to St Mary’s church this year exceeded all previous years: together, you raised a phantastic £1,016 – an unprecedented sum for which the church is very grateful.We sincerely thank everyone who contributed to this magnificent result, not forgetting … Continue reading

