Easter Vigil

for 1 hour, 30 mins
St Matthew
Aldridge Road & Birdbrook Road Great Barr, Perry Beeches Birmingham, B44 8RA, United Kingdom

The service begins outside with the lighting and blessing of the ‘New Fire’ from which the large Paschal (Easter) Candle and (later) candles held by the congregation, are lit. The Deacon or Priest carries the Paschal Candle and leads the congregation into the dark and silent church which now represents the tomb.
Three ‘stations’ are made – mirroring the ones made by the cross on Good Friday – and the candle is then put in place in the sanctuary, and ‘The Exultet’ – an ancient hymn of praise - is sung.

St Matthew

St Matthew's is a friendly and welcoming church in the 'Modern Catholic' tradition.  Our worship is centred on The Eucharist or Mass and is dignified but never stuffy. The priest wears vestments coloured according to the liturgical season, and incense is normally used on Sundays and major Feast Days.  St Matthew's is proud to be a member of 'Inclusive Church' and offers a genuinely warm and unconditional welcome to everyone, regardless of age, ethnicity, background, sexuality gender identity or relationship status. 

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Aldridge Rd/ Birbrook Road
Perry Beeches
Birmingham

B44 8RA
Parish Office, Mornings Only
(0121) 360 6964

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Easter Vigil

for 1 hour, 30 mins
St Matthew
Aldridge Road & Birdbrook Road Great Barr, Perry Beeches Birmingham, B44 8RA, United Kingdom

The service begins outside with the lighting and blessing of the ‘New Fire’ from which the large Paschal (Easter) Candle and (later) candles held by the congregation, are lit. The Deacon or Priest carries the Paschal Candle and leads the congregation into the dark and silent church which now represents the tomb.
Three ‘stations’ are made – mirroring the ones made by the cross on Good Friday – and the candle is then put in place in the sanctuary, and ‘The Exultet’ – an ancient hymn of praise - is sung.

Safeguarding

Our Parish 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). Our Diocese’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 PSO Mrs Judith Deverell, Tel 07845 923392 or The Church of England Birmingham Safeguarding Advisor, Tel 07342 993844. 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.