Easter Vigil and Liturgy

for 1 hour, 15 mins
St John-in-Bedwardine
Bromyard Road Worcester, WR2 5BS, United Kingdom

A service to welcome in and begin the Easter celebrations. The service begins in a darkened church as we listen to a series of readings tracing God’s plan of salvation, interspersed with canticles and psalms sung by the choir, and short prayers. We then go into the churchyard where a fire is kindled, from which the Paschal (Easter) Candle is lit and processed into church. Marking the night during which Jesus passed from death to life, we sing the exsultet and then the church is suddenly lit up for the Gloria. With gold vestments and hangings, we celebrate the resurrection, concluding with a renewal of our baptismal vows and the Peace.

St John-in-Bedwardine

We are in the St Johns suburb of the city of Worcester (the 'Village in the City'), on the west side of the River Severn. As part of the Worcester City West Team of Churches, we work particularly closely with St Michael's in Dines Green.

The church sits visibly in the middle of the community, and we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds at all our services and events. Our building is usually open during the day for anyone who would like to pray or just have some quiet time.

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Parish Office

1A Bromyard Road,
St. Johns,
WORCESTER.

WR2 5BS
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01905 420490

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Easter Vigil and Liturgy

for 1 hour, 15 mins
St John-in-Bedwardine
Bromyard Road Worcester, WR2 5BS, United Kingdom

A service to welcome in and begin the Easter celebrations. The service begins in a darkened church as we listen to a series of readings tracing God’s plan of salvation, interspersed with canticles and psalms sung by the choir, and short prayers. We then go into the churchyard where a fire is kindled, from which the Paschal (Easter) Candle is lit and processed into church. Marking the night during which Jesus passed from death to life, we sing the exsultet and then the church is suddenly lit up for the Gloria. With gold vestments and hangings, we celebrate the resurrection, concluding with a renewal of our baptismal vows and the Peace.

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The parish of St John-in-Bedwardine 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 Worcester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSO. 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.

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St John-in-Bedwardine Charity No. 1205354