We are a welcoming group of people who meet in beautiful North East Essex. Our vision is to love; to grow; to pray; and to serve.

We are part of Cross Reach Churches, with our family at St. Lawrence, Bradfield, and St Mary's, Lawford.We have a pattern of worship and events across our three churches - we have weekly traditional style services on Sundays at 9.30am at Bradfield, and 10.15am here at Mistley, and a weekly contemporary style service with kids work at 11am at Lawford. We've also got lots going on during the week - please just contact the Church Office to find out more. 

The parish of Mistley w Manningtree: St Mary & St Michael 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 Chelmsford’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.