As we approach summer and some of us prepare for day trips or holidays we might have space to reflect on how we are doing on the big journey of life.
As a family of churches we have another Pilgrim group gathering again on Tuesday evenings – this time looking at the Beatitudes and the amazing vision of life that Jesus paints in this short and beautiful teaching.
Pilgrim has been a great space for many people to meet with a few others, to read the Bible together, talk, listen, reflect, pray – exploring and growing in faith and life together as fellow travellers.
In September we plan to offer another opportunity for this, and will be running The Bible Course (from The Bible Society) which will be an excellent chance for anyone who is curious to learn more about what the Bible is, what the Bible story is, how we find that played out through the long history and many voices, and how these ancient texts can still speak to us today.
Whether it is in small groups, in our worship gatherings, or one-to-one over a cup of tea at home, God brings us together so that we can share the journey. Learning, growing, moving on, sharing the load, celebrating and mourning together, praying for and with one another, inspiring and encouraging one another…
May the road rise to greet you
May the wind be ever on your back
And until we meet again
May God hold you in the palm of His hand
Sunday Worship Gatherings
Amen
St Michael’s, Haworth
Sundays at 10:30am – Parish Communion: a celebration for everyone
St. Gabriel’s, Stanbury
Sunday6th July – 10am BCP Holy Communion
Sunday 13th July – 4pm Evensong
Sunday 20th July – 10am BCP Holy Communion
Sunday 27th July – 4pm Evensong
St. James’s, Cross Roads
Sunday 6th July – 4pm Evensong
Sunday 13th July – 10am Holy Communion (coffee afterward)
Sunday 20th July – 4pm Messy Church
Sunday 27th July – 10am Holy Communion
Every week
Coffee drop-in at St James’ every Monday 10-12noon.
Toddler Praise at St James’ every Tuesday in term time, 2-3pm. Toddler friendly singing, story and prayers, followed by play and snack.
Midweek Holy Communion – Quiet and reflective said services
– At St James’ every Wednesday 9:30am
– At St Michael’s every Thursday 12noon
Quiet Space (Compline) at St Michael’s every Thursday at 8pm: short, reflective prayer time. Followed by Pints of View from 8:30pm (usually in the White Lion) – friendly conversation exploring big questions.
Monthly Events
Sat 5th – Monthly Coffee morning at St Gabriel’s, Stanbury, 10am-12noon. Friendly time together in this beautiful space.
Sat 5th – Garden Angels and Church Angels, 10am-12noon at St Michael’s Haworth. Something for everyone! Always good fun and very satisfying. Contact Rev. Oli or one of the Church Wardens.
Mon 14th – Monthly wedding admin evening for couples preparing for marriage or making enquiries. 7:30-8:30pm (drop in) at St Michael’s, Haworth.
July is going to be a month of community celebrations!
Cross Roads Gala – Saturday 12th July
Always a great day with our local community. St James’s will be doing the ‘pick a bag’ stall again (donations gratefully received – please see Marion), and Oli has got his giant bubble kit ready too! Everyone is welcome for the parade through the village early afternoon, and loads of fun to be had on the school field.
Haworth Festival 2025 – Fri 11th to Mon 21st July
There are loads of great things planned as part of the festival this year, including 3 things that we are hosting at St Michael’s:
Bell Ringing open session – Monday 14th, 7pm – come and try your hand at bell ringing!
Compline + Pints of View festival special – Thursday 17th, 8/8:30pm – always a very special and peaceful point in the week, this will be a festival special. Great chance to invite others to try this. Topic: What is the best thing about where you live?
Haworth is Talented – HiT! – Saturday 19th, 7pm An evening to celebrate and enjoy the wonderful talent that we have in our village. We have a great line up of local acts ready for this showcase event, with the audience voting for who they most enjoyed on the evening. Hosted in our beautiful church space, and compered bylocal duo Skinner and T’witch. Pay as you feel event, with donations being split between Haworth Church Steps Repair and Renewal project and Worth Valley Foodbank. Tickets available now (free), donations being collected on the night.
Giving and Generosity
Most of the budgeted spending that allows us to be present and active as a church community comes from regular giving from church members and supporters. Thank you to everyone who contributes to this! If you would like to find out more about giving, including regular giving through direct debit or volunteering opportunities, then please get in touch for a conversation.
Listening and Caring
We have people who would be happy to listen and pray with you. Please ask whoever has been leading the service today, or contact Oli via the web site contact form.
