Ash Wednesday Service of Ashing and Holy Communion

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
Paxford Village Hall
Address
Paxford Village Hall, United Kingdom

This is a special, quiet service of Holy Communion to mark the beginning of Lent.
Ashing or "The imposition of ashes" is part of the service. Ashes are a biblical symbol of repentance, a reminder of our sinfulness and mortality.
During the service, for those that wish, ashes mixed with oil are placed on the forehead in the shape of a cross.
“Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.”

St Peter & St Paul, Blockley

WELCOME!   We have a communion service every Sunday at 9:30 except for the first Sunday when the communion service is at 8:30 - this is a said service using the Book of Common Prayer (traditional language) liturgy which is followed by an all-age "Open Door" service at 9:30 with breakfast, singing, simple worship and laughter.

On the other Sundays the communion service follows the Common Worship (more up to date) liturgy with hymns led by the choir.   On the third Sunday there are Junior Church stories and activities for children during the morning service. 

 When there is a fifth Sunday in a month we join with other congregations in our benefice for a 9:30 communion service (See "What's on" to find out which church is hosting).

 For further details of Church, Services & Events visit our website - www.blockleychurch.org.uk or alternatively click on "Services and Events" in the left hand column on this page to see information on what is happening in the next few weeks.

 




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Revd Canon Dana Delap

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Blockley
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What's on

Ash Wednesday Service of Ashing and Holy Communion

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
Paxford Village Hall
Address
Paxford Village Hall, United Kingdom

This is a special, quiet service of Holy Communion to mark the beginning of Lent.
Ashing or "The imposition of ashes" is part of the service. Ashes are a biblical symbol of repentance, a reminder of our sinfulness and mortality.
During the service, for those that wish, ashes mixed with oil are placed on the forehead in the shape of a cross.
“Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.”

Safeguarding

SAFEGUARDING - The parish of Blockley: St Peter & St Paul is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). The Diocese of Gloucester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser (DSA) who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact our PSO, Hannah Webb on 07962 236224. or the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser 01452 835516 (Office hours) / 07944 680320 (Out of hours) Out of hours cover at weekends is provided by thirtyone:eight – 0303 003 1111.

If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.