Feast of the Epihany

for 1 hour
St Mary de Haura
Church Street Shoreham by Sea, BN43 5DQ, United Kingdom

In the Western churches, the Epiphany (‘manifestation’) became an occasion to celebrate one element in the story of Christ’s birth, the visit of the far-travelled magi, understood as the manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles. Matthew’s account speaks simply of ‘wise men from the east’; later tradition fixed their number at three, made them kings and recalled their resonant names – Caspar, Melchior and Balthasar. In this perspective, Epiphanytide is an apt season to pray for the worldwide mission of the Church.

St Mary de Haura

Welcome to St Mary de Haura, New Shoreham.

With a heritage dating back over 900 years, St Mary de Haura stands at the heart of Shoreham-by-Sea, both spiritually and physically. We are open all day, 7 days a week, for visitors to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the church building. 

We are also a thriving, diverse congregation who offer a warm and inclusive welcome. Follow to St Mary's website, or view our current weekly newsletter.


Our children's group, SHINE, is open to all children, from 0-11 years old.  This is on 2nd & 4th Sundays in St Mary's Hall, during the 10am Sunday service.  

Check out St Mary's Children & Young People on our website or follow on Facebook 

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Revd Andrew Bennison

The Vicarage
33 Church Street
SHOREHAM BY SEA
West Sussex

BN43 5DQ
Parish Centre
01273 440202
Revd Andrew Bennison
01273 454914

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Feast of the Epihany

for 1 hour
St Mary de Haura
Church Street Shoreham by Sea, BN43 5DQ, United Kingdom

In the Western churches, the Epiphany (‘manifestation’) became an occasion to celebrate one element in the story of Christ’s birth, the visit of the far-travelled magi, understood as the manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles. Matthew’s account speaks simply of ‘wise men from the east’; later tradition fixed their number at three, made them kings and recalled their resonant names – Caspar, Melchior and Balthasar. In this perspective, Epiphanytide is an apt season to pray for the worldwide mission of the Church.

Safeguarding

Our parish of New Shoreham: St Mary de Haura is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). The Diocese of Chichester’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 the Parish Safeguarding Officer ([email protected]) or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor using the link below. 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.

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