St Bride's Church
London London
EC4Y 8AU
Who we are
Our Mission Statement
• To be open to God in all that we do
• To share God’s love and proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord, through worship, pastoral care, teaching and outreach
• To maintain and develop our ministry to our five core constituencies: the media, the geographical parish, our Sunday congregations, our City and livery links, and our visitors and tourists
• To grow our congregations
• To maintain the fabric of our church in good order
• To maintain the excellence of our musical tradition
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Our values:
• Worship that is dignified, traditional and uplifting, complemented by music of the highest standard
• A warm and welcoming fellowship that is inclusive and non-judgemental
• An environment that is beautiful, peaceful and prayerful
• A place of enquiry and intellectual stimulation through thoughtful and topical sermons, discussions, and occasional lectures and forums on issues of current importance
• Pastoral care that is sensitive and appropriate, on a daily basis, and through baptism, wedding and memorial services
• Two other factors shape our mission. One is our Patron saint, Bride. She was known for her warm-hearted generosity, her miracles of healing, and in Irish tradition is seen as the first woman priest. For the mission of St Bride’s today these qualities suggest an active and inclusive ministry, rooted in the offering of hospitality and the service of others, and centred on the world and its needs.
• The second factor is the church building. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and sensitively restored after war time bombing, its cool Classical interior stresses openness, light and elegance, while the collegiate style of the seating gives a sense of intimacy. The post-war work of Geoffrey Allen and Glyn Jones encourages a feeling of wonder, imagination and beauty. The building is well suited for corporate worship, for private prayer, for social gatherings and for musical events. We have in it a priceless resource for fulfilling our vision for the future.
• To be open to God in all that we do
• To share God’s love and proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord, through worship, pastoral care, teaching and outreach
• To maintain and develop our ministry to our five core constituencies: the media, the geographical parish, our Sunday congregations, our City and livery links, and our visitors and tourists
• To grow our congregations
• To maintain the fabric of our church in good order
• To maintain the excellence of our musical tradition
•
Our values:
• Worship that is dignified, traditional and uplifting, complemented by music of the highest standard
• A warm and welcoming fellowship that is inclusive and non-judgemental
• An environment that is beautiful, peaceful and prayerful
• A place of enquiry and intellectual stimulation through thoughtful and topical sermons, discussions, and occasional lectures and forums on issues of current importance
• Pastoral care that is sensitive and appropriate, on a daily basis, and through baptism, wedding and memorial services
• Two other factors shape our mission. One is our Patron saint, Bride. She was known for her warm-hearted generosity, her miracles of healing, and in Irish tradition is seen as the first woman priest. For the mission of St Bride’s today these qualities suggest an active and inclusive ministry, rooted in the offering of hospitality and the service of others, and centred on the world and its needs.
• The second factor is the church building. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and sensitively restored after war time bombing, its cool Classical interior stresses openness, light and elegance, while the collegiate style of the seating gives a sense of intimacy. The post-war work of Geoffrey Allen and Glyn Jones encourages a feeling of wonder, imagination and beauty. The building is well suited for corporate worship, for private prayer, for social gatherings and for musical events. We have in it a priceless resource for fulfilling our vision for the future.
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Leadership
Leader Name:
The Reverend Canon Dr Alison Joyce
Leader Position:
Rector
Phone:
Leader Email:
Click here to contact The Reverend Canon Dr Alison Joyce
Administration
Admin Name:
Claire Seaton
Admin Position:
Administrator
Phone:
Admin Email:
Click here to contact Claire Seaton
Driving Directions to St Bride's Church
Travel/Direction Tips
By Bus
The church is served by numbers 4, 11, 15, 23, 26, 76 & 172 which stop on Fleet Street near the church.
By Train
First Capital Connect services run into City Thameslink. Other operators run services to Blackfriars.
By Underground
The closest tube stations are St Paul's (Central Line) and Blackfriars (District & Circle Lines).
The church is served by numbers 4, 11, 15, 23, 26, 76 & 172 which stop on Fleet Street near the church.
By Train
First Capital Connect services run into City Thameslink. Other operators run services to Blackfriars.
By Underground
The closest tube stations are St Paul's (Central Line) and Blackfriars (District & Circle Lines).
St Bride's Church Service Times
Holy Week & Easter Services
Palm Sunday 29th March
11:00am - Choral Eucharist and Blessing of Palms
5:30pm - Choral Evensong
Maundy Thursday 2nd April
6pm - Choral Eucharist and Stripping of the Altars
Good Friday 3rd April
12:00pm - Pergolesi: Stabat Mater
1pm-2pm - At The Foot Of The Cross - an hour of devotion
2:00pm - Stainer: Crucifixion
Easter Sunday 5th April
5:45am - Dawn Service and Kindling of the New Fire followed by Egg Rolling in Fleet Street and Breakfast
11:00am - Easter Day Family Eucharist
5:30pm - Choral Evensong
Regular Services
8.30am Holy Communion in the Crypt.Monday,Wednesday and Friday
11am Choral Eucharist and 5.30pm Choral Evensong every Sunday
It's been more than 9 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
Palm Sunday 29th March
11:00am - Choral Eucharist and Blessing of Palms
5:30pm - Choral Evensong
Maundy Thursday 2nd April
6pm - Choral Eucharist and Stripping of the Altars
Good Friday 3rd April
12:00pm - Pergolesi: Stabat Mater
1pm-2pm - At The Foot Of The Cross - an hour of devotion
2:00pm - Stainer: Crucifixion
Easter Sunday 5th April
5:45am - Dawn Service and Kindling of the New Fire followed by Egg Rolling in Fleet Street and Breakfast
11:00am - Easter Day Family Eucharist
5:30pm - Choral Evensong
Regular Services
8.30am Holy Communion in the Crypt.Monday,Wednesday and Friday
11am Choral Eucharist and 5.30pm Choral Evensong every Sunday
It's been more than 9 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
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Special Needs/Accessibility
Step free access to the ground level is available from the West End (Salisbury Court entrance). Access to the Crypt is by steps only.
Other information
Additional Info:
The church is open to all during the following hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday: hours vary (contact office)
Sunday: 10:00am - 6:30pm
The church office is staffed Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm.
Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday: hours vary (contact office)
Sunday: 10:00am - 6:30pm
The church office is staffed Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm.
St Bride's Church History
"Satan trembles when he sees the weakest Christian on his knees."William Cowper
St Bride's Church listing was last updated on the 29th of March, 2015
