Patronal Festival Holy Communion

"Assembly Bangers" brings the joy of school hymns back to Stratford Park
Churches Together in Stroud (CTiS) is inviting the whole community to step back in time for a joyful afternoon of music and memories at "Assembly Bangers".
This light-hearted, open-air event will celebrate the much-loved hymns and songs that many will remember from their school days—those moments sitting cross-legged on the hall floor, singing at the top of your voice. From uplifting classics to nostalgic favourites, Assembly Bangers promises an hour of shared singing, storytelling, and community spirit.
The event is free to attend and open to all ages. Whether you know every word or just want to soak up the atmosphere, everyone is welcome to come along, join in, or simply enjoy the music in one of Stroud's most beautiful settings.
Please bring a chair or picnic blanket.

Alongside the singing, there will be short reflections and stories, celebrating the way music connects us—across generations and across the town.

Join us for a day of walking, worship, fellowship, and prayer as we journey together across the churches of the Stroud Team Ministry.

The pilgrimage begins at 8.30am at Holy Trinity, Stroud. We then walk to St Laurence Church for a said Holy Communion at 9am, followed by a light breakfast before continuing the journey.

The morning walk will take us through the churches of the Stroud Team, ending with a picnic lunch at Whiteshill at approximately 1.15pm (please bring your own picnic). Approximate timings and route details can be found on our website.

www.stroudparishchurches.org.uk

At 2pm, those with the energy for the afternoon section are warmly invited to continue on a led walk across the valley to Holy Trinity, Slad. We are delighted that the walk will be guided by Guy Hayward, Director and Co-Founder of the British Pilgrimage Trust.

We expect to arrive at Holy Trinity, Slad at around 3.30pm for Choral Evensong at 4pm, followed by a reception at The Woolpack beginning at 5pm.

Whether you join us for part of the day or the whole pilgrimage, all are very welcome.

Patronal Festival Choral Evensong.

Join us in the in the Lady Chapel