We are delighted to share the fantastic results from this year’s Wiltshire Ride + Stride.Christ Church with St Mary’s raised an incredible £1,450.69! Half of this amount will go to the Wiltshire Historic Churches Trust, while the other half comes back to support Christ Church and St Mary’s.We are thrilled to receive:£825.35 in total, including a £100 bonus for coming 3rd in The Brooke Cup, awarded to the churches that raised the most funds.Special congratulations go to:Jacob Smith, who earned a 2024 Ride + Stride Medal for outstanding individual achievement in the 16-and-under age group.Carol, who receives a cheque for £25 for raising the most funds as a walker in the 17–65 age group.A huge thank you to everyone who took part, sponsored, or supported us. Your efforts have made a real difference, and we couldn’t be prouder of our team!We also received a special commemorative plaque for taking part in the WHCT’s 40th Anniversary Ride and Stride as shown in the cover photo. This will be placed on display in the church.Save the Date: Next year’s Ride + Stride will take place on Saturday, 13th September 2025. We hope you’ll join us again for more adventures, more miles, and more churches to explore.Thank you for helping to support and preserve our treasured heritage.For more information about the Wiltshire Historic Churches Trust, visit:www.wiltshirehistoricchurchestrust.org.uk/ride-stride
Simon's Weekly Video Update #44 - 16th December 2024Simon's weekly video update about the life of our church and current affairs affecting us all.In this week's video, Simon talks about the busyness of the season and slowing down to reflect on Christmas.You can watch the video here on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyFLDGkTKbA#christchurchswindon #weeklyupdate #news #fromthevicar
Simon's Weekly Video Update #43 - 9th December 2024Simon's weekly video update about the life of our church and current affairs affecting us all.In this week's video, Simon talks about Swindon Town Football Club and the upcoming annual STFC Carol Concert on Monday 23rd December.You can watch the video on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAL0kvBCiYw
Join Us In Spreading Christmas Cheer!This Christmas, Christ Church Community Centre Swindon is opening its doors to host a festive dinner for those who might otherwise spend the day alone.We are expecting around 100 guests for a day filled with joy, laughter, and community. The event will include a delicious 3-course Christmas meal, festive carols, and a chance to watch the King’s Speech together.Event Details:Date: Christmas DayTime: 12:00 PM – 3:30 PMLocation: Community Centre at Christ Church, SwindonCost: Suggested donation of £10 per person (or £15 per head to cover the full cost).How You Can HelpTo make this special day possible, we’re reaching out to our community for support:Monetary Donations: Each meal costs £15 per person, and every contribution will help cover the cost of food and drinks for our guests.Gift Donations: We’re also collecting small gifts, such as toiletries, chocolates, or books, to share with our elderly attendees and bring a little extra joy to their day.Volunteers Needed: If you can help drive guests to and from the event or assist in the kitchen, we would love to hear from you.Reserve a Spot or Get InvolvedAlso, if you, or someone you know, would love to attend but are housebound and alone, please let us know—we’d be delighted to deliver a meal to your home on Christmas Day.To donate, volunteer, or reserve a place for yourself or someone you know, please contact Chris Smith at:☎ Call: 01793 267500✉ Email: chris@christchurchswindon.co.ukThis Christmas, let’s come together to show that no one in our community is truly alone. Thank you for your generosity and support in making this event a success. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!#NotAlone #ChristmasAtChristChurch #SwindonCommunity
