St Martin's Church, Barholm-with-Stowe

Dear Friends,

Thank you for taking an interest in the Church of St Martin of Tours, Barholm-with-Stowe.

Moving on to the month of July, 'where did the first six months of the year go...'

Fr Aran will lead a service of Evening Prayer (BCP) at 6pm on Sunday July 6th, 2025, when we join together listening to scripture, which is the heart of Evening Prayer and singing four well known and traditional hymns. You will be warmly welcomed at the door by Tricia or Colin and given a simple Order of Service booklet and Hymn Book to follow.

We will follow Seasonal Scripture Readings from regular members of the congregation, this month it's Anne, Colin and myself taking the lessons and responsorial psalm , however ANYONE is welcome to read in church and if any help/guidance is needed please speak with me or Fr Aran directly.

We will join in the singing of four well known, traditional hymns accompanied at the Organ by Julia.

With love, and hope to see you soon,

Carole x


Get in touch

Fr Aran Beesley - Rector of The Uffington Group of Churches

St Martin's Church
Barholm-With-Stowe

Rector of The Uffington Group of Churches
07590 055905
PCC Secretary - Carole Martin
07484 201413
What's on

First Sunday of the Month Evening Prayer at 6pm - Book of Common Prayer

Occurring
Monthly. Every First Sunday at for 45 mins
Venue
St Martin's Church, Barholm-with-Stowe
Address
Main Road Barholm Stamford, PE9 4RA, United Kingdom

Christians have worshipped in the churches in our group for more than 900 years and we extend a warm welcome to those visiting, those returning and the regular members of the congregation.
We will be delighted to welcome you in sharing in the tradition of Evensong from the Book of Common Prayer (BCP) 1662.

The heart of Evensong is the reading of Scripture. The service that surrounds it is intended to prepare us to hear God’s word and to be able to respond to it with praise. Its traditional or archaic language may help us to put aside the pressures of our lives as we enter into a tradition that has sustained Christians in England since the 17th Century.

If you are new to this style of worship or unfamiliar with the language, then let us put you at ease. We have tried to include sufficient instructions to help you take part in the service, but if you’d rather sit and listen then you’re very welcome to be still and let the music and words wash over you.

However you join in, we pray that you sense the presence and love of God.

If you are new then please introduce yourself to one of the team or the Minister leading the service.

While we wait for the service to begin, it may be helpful for us to sit in stillness and quiet to help us prepare our hearts and minds for this reflective service of Evening Prayer.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Carole

Safeguarding

Our parish of Barholm-with-Stowe: St Martin is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm.

We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and work under the guidance of Liz Bender who heads up our Safeguarding Team, Liz may be contacted on Mobile Tel. 07824 119093 or alternatively our Rector, Fr Aran Beesley
Mobile Tel. 07590 055905.

Our Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor 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 either Liz Bender or Fr Aran Beesley.

If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services."