St Mary
Portchester
Hampshire

PO16 9QH

St Mary, Portchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Who we are

St Mary is a Church of England church in Portchester, Hampshire.

We are a fellowship of believers, made in God's image and called as disciples of Christ to share the Good News with everyone through learning, listening, praying and working together actively to reach out to our communities.

We are a place to believe, belong, and become!

Location of worship / Church Address

Portchester Castle, Castle Street
Portchester, Hampshire PO16 9QH
United Kingdom
Phone: (02392) 321380

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Acts 18:9

Then spake the Lord to Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak, and hold not thy peace:

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St Mary Portchester Service Times

Sunday
8am Eucharist
A quiet reflective service in traditional language.
Every Sunday at 8:00 AM for ¾ hour
10am Parish Eucharist
Sung Parish Eucharist with Junior Church.
Every first second third and fifth Sunday at 10:00 AM for 1 hour
10am Family Service
A fun Eucharistic service for all ages, followed by cappuccino and cake!
Every fourth Sunday at 10:00 AM for 1 hour
Bereavement Support Group
A group which meets monthly for fellowship and support. Members may have been bereaved recently or many years ago - all who value friendship are welcome!
Every first Sunday at 2:15 PM for 2 hours
Taize Evening Worship
A quiet candlelit evening service using the distinctive style of the Taize community.
NB - this service does not begin until January 2009
Every first Sunday at 6:00 PM for 1 hour
Monday
House Groups
A variety of House Groups meet across the parish to reflect more deeply as they grow and discover more about their faith.
Please contact the Parish Office to find a group that meets on a day and at a time to suit you.
Every Monday at for 2 hours
Tuesday
House Groups
A variety of House Groups meet across the parish to reflect more deeply as they grow and discover more about their faith.
Please contact the Parish Office to find a group that meets on a day and at a time to suit you.
Every Tuesday at for 2 hours
Morning Prayer
A quiet reflective service of Morning Prayer
Every Tuesday at 9:00 AM for 20 minutes
Wednesday
House Groups
A variety of House Groups meet across the parish to reflect more deeply as they grow and discover more about their faith.
Please contact the Parish Office to find a group that meets on a day and at a time to suit you.
Every Wednesday at for 2 hours
Morning Prayer
A quiet reflective service of Morning Prayer
Every Wednesday at 9:00 AM for 20 minutes
Carers and Toddler Group
An informal and fun time for toddlers and their carers to get together. There are actions songs, stories and toys for the children, and coffee and biscuits for the carers!
Term time only
Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM for 1 hour
Eucharist
A quiet mid-week Eucharist.
Every Wednesday at 7:15 PM for ½ hour
Thursday
House Groups
A variety of House Groups meet across the parish to reflect more deeply as they grow and discover more about their faith.
Please contact the Parish Office to find a group that meets on a day and at a time to suit you.
Every Thursday at for 2 hours
Morning Prayer
A quiet reflective service of Morning Prayer
Every Thursday at 9:00 AM for 20 minutes
Friday
Morning Prayer
A quiet reflective service of Morning Prayer
Every Friday at 9:00 AM for 20 minutes
Eucharist
A quiet mid-week Eucharist followed by coffee. This service takes place at Portchester Parish Hall and is particularly convenient for those who find the Parish Church difficult to get to.
Every Friday at 10:00 AM for ½ hour
Saturday
Men's Breakfast
An informal group which gathers each month for a cooked breakfast and a chance to reflect on the scripture readings set for the following Sunday.
Every second Saturday at 8:00 AM for 2 hours
Morning Prayer
A quiet reflective service of Morning Prayer
Every Saturday at 9:00 AM for 20 minutes
Junior Youth Group
A lively gathering of those aged 6-10 within the family of St Mary's. A varity of activities and outings take place.
Dates vary throughout the term - please contcat the office for details.
Saturday at 3:30 PM for 2 hours
Youth Group
A lively gathering of the young people at St Mary's aged 11 and upwards. A variety of activities and outings take place.
Meets on a variety of dates throughout the year - please contact the Office for further details.
Saturday at 5:30 PM for 2 hours

Service Times last updated on the 3rd of June, 2016


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