At St Peter & St Paul’s Church we are currently in a time of interregnum. We pray for our interregnum and vacancy process:

Prayer for the Vacancy: Beloved God, surround us with your spirit as we work together in this time of vacancy. Holy Spirit, guide those who are seeking the right next step in their ministry and those who are seeking the right priest to be our next vicar. May we all feel your presence, Lord. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

If you would like to apply to be our new Priest we would be very happy to welcome you to our parishes in beautiful southeast Somerset! Please visit the Diocese website: www.bathandwells.org.uk where you will find the link to the Advert, Role Description and Parish Profile: Priest - Benefice of Wincanton, Pen Selwood, Charlton Musgrove et al - Bath and Wells Diocese or see the Advert in the Church Times until 20th February! A very warm welcome awaits.

If you require a member of the Ministry URGENTLY, please contact Penny Ashton 07733 162 342.

The lead which was stolen from our beautiful Church roof in Wincanton in July 2024 is currently being replaced. Please take extreme care around the Church whilst works are ongoing for the next two weeks. These works have been made possible by the kind and generous donations received via our appeal. A sincere and heartfelt THANK YOU to all those who so generously donated to the appeal, making an incredible difference and adding over £3,000 towards the cost of these works. 

We worship most Sundays in the church, and the building is currently open from 9am-3pm daily. Please come in via the South Door (level access entry) during the week.  We have a comprehensive risk assessment in place - if you visit please adhere to the guidance for your own safety and the safety of others . We ask you to please read the latest 'what to expect document'  before your visit. This is available in the newsletter section of this web page. This information is displayed just inside or outside the church door.

Worship Plans for the Sundays following are as follows:-

On Sunday 9th February there will be a Communion Service at 10:45am led by Rev Lydia Avery 

On Sunday 16th February there will be a Communion Service at 10:45am led by Rev Lydia Avery 

On Sunday 23rd February there will be a Communion Service at 10:45am led by Rev Diane Barrett 

On Sunday 2nd March there will be a Communion Service at 10:45am led by Revd Ken Masters

On Wednesday 5th March there will be an Ash Wednesday Communion Service with imposition of Ashes at 7:00pm led by Rev Lydia Avery

On Sunday 9th March there will be a Communion Service at 10:45am led by Rev Lydia Avery

On Sunday 16th March there will be a Communion Service at 10:45am led by Rev Lydia Avery

On Sunday 23rd March there will be a Communion Service at 10:45am led by Rev Diane Barrett 

On Sunday 30th March there will be a Mothering Sunday Communion Service at 10:00am led by Revd Ken Masters

We are complying with the Church and Government guidance and with a risk assessment in place – if you visit please adhere to this guidance for your own safety and the safety of others. 

Our Administrator, Rachel Feltham works office hours (9:15am-1:15pm Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and can be contacted on 01963 824503 during that time). 

Rachel Feltham – Parish Administrator ‘s email: [email protected]

For more information on St Peter & St Paul's Church visit our website: www.wincantonparishchurch.co.uk 

“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength… Love your neighbour as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these”.

We take the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults very seriously. Any concerns on these matters should be raised in the first instance with the Safeguarding Officer Nicky King: [email protected].

We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies. The Diocese of Bath & Wells’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for The Diocesan Safeguarding Manager, Ben Goodhind:   [email protected] Tel 01749 588917. Out of hours emergency cover is available from 5pm-midnight, 7am-9am (Mon-Fri), 7am to midnight (Sat & Sun) and bank holidays. Call them on 0303 003 111.

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.

If necessary please report the matter to Somerset County Council Social Services, Tel 0300 123 2224. Alternatively if you have concerns about a child or young person you may contact Childline on 0800 1111. If there is immediate risk or danger please contact the police by dialling 999.