Holy Communion

Occurring
Every First, Third, Fourth, Fifth Sunday at for 1 hour, 10 mins
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Everyone is welcome to our Sunday service, where we gather as a community to share in worship and fellowship. During the service, we celebrate Holy Communion, a sacred time when we come together to remember Jesus’ love and sacrifice. It’s a moment for reflection, gratitude, and connection, as we share bread and wine as a symbol of our faith.

After the service, you’re warmly invited to stay for refreshments - a wonderful chance to enjoy conversations and catch up with others in our church family.

We would love for you to be part of our worship family! Click "More Info" below to view the latest pew sheet and find out more about our upcoming services.

CAMEO

Occurring
Every Monday at for 2 hours
Venue
St Hilda's Church Hall
Address
St Hilda's Church Hall, at the rear of the church.

Start off your week with a smile at CAMEO! (Come and Meet Each Other)

Join us for a friendly, lively gathering for those over 65 - filled with fun, food, friendship, and a variety of activities! CAMEO is a wonderful way to connect, relax, and enjoy a warm community atmosphere.

The cost is just £3, which includes refreshments and a light lunch. To learn more, simply get in touch at 07942 358094 or [email protected]. We’d love to welcome you!

Morning Prayer

Occurring
Every Tuesday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Join us for Tuesday Morning Prayer

Everyone is warmly welcome to gather with us on Tuesdays in the choir vestry (please enter through the back door). We share in Morning Prayer from Common Worship and enjoy a relaxed time for open reflection and discussion on the day’s readings, along with extemporary prayer. It’s a lovely chance to connect, reflect, and support one another in faith.

Open Church

Occurring
Every Tuesday and Wednesday at for 7 hours, 30 mins
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Come for a moment of peace and reflection at our church, open every Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm for private prayer. Whether you’re looking for a quiet space to meditate, reflect, seek solace or just want to have a look around, you are warmly welcomed to visit.

Midweek Holy Communion

Occurring
Every Wednesday at for 45 mins
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Join us for a peaceful midweek Holy Communion service. Held on most Wednesdays, though occasionally, a traditional service of Morning Prayer may be held instead. This peaceful gathering, using Common Worship, offers a time for reflection and spiritual renewal. Whether you're seeking a moment of calm or a deeper connection, you are welcome to join us.

Epiphany Holy Communion

Occurring
for 1 hour, 15 mins
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

You’re warmly invited to our Epiphany service, a special time to commemorate the visit of the Magi to the Christ child. Epiphany celebrates this moment when Jesus was revealed to the wider world, symbolising light, hope, and the journey of faith.

Come and reflect on this beautiful story with us through worship, readings, and hymns as we begin the new year together.

After the service, you’re warmly invited to stay for refreshments - a wonderful chance to enjoy conversations and catch up with others in our church family.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Parakeet Playgroup

Occurring
Every Friday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Break
Please note that this event will not be taking place between and
Venue
St Hilda's Church Hall and garden
Address
St Hilda's Church Hall and garden, Abbey Road, Smethwick, B67 5NQ

Join us every Friday from 9:30 to 11:00 am for a delightful weekly art and nature playgroup, specially designed for families with children aged 0-5 years. Supported by Arts Council England, this is a wonderful opportunity for little ones to explore their creativity and connect with nature in a fun, nurturing environment.

To learn more and reserve your place, simply click "more info" below. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please note, the playgroup runs during term time only.

Classical Music Concert - Organist

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
St Hilda's, Warley Woods, Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Join us for an afternoon of organ music. This free concert is offered in partnership with the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

Light refreshments are available after each concert, and there is usually an opportunity to talk with the performer(s). The concerts are free, but donations for church funds are welcome.

For more information, please email [email protected].

We look forward to welcoming you to an afternoon of beautiful music and please spread the information to anyone else who may be interested!

Table Tennis Club

Occurring
Saturday 21 December 2024, Saturday 11 January 2025, Saturday 25 January 2025, Saturday 08 February 2025, Saturday 15 February 2025, Saturday 01 March 2025, Saturday 15 March 2025, Saturday 12 April 2025, Saturday 26 April 2025 at for 2 hours
Venue
St Hilda's Church Hall
Address
St Hilda's Church Hall, Abbey Road, Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

New members of all skill levels are warmly welcomed! Sessions are £2.50 per adult and £1.50 for under-18s, who must be accompanied by a responsible adult. We aim to meet twice a month—please check back here for upcoming dates. Bats and balls are provided, and you’re welcome to bring along your own drinks and snacks.

Christingle Service

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Join us for an all-age Christingle service! This special service is a wonderful way to celebrate the light of Christ in our lives and to reflect on the joy and hope that comes with it.

During the service, each Christingle is made up of an orange representing the world, a candle symbolising Jesus as the light of the world, and sweets and dried fruit representing God’s creations. Together, we’ll explore the meaning behind these elements and enjoy a time of worship, music, and community.

Everyone is welcome, and we look forward to celebrating this joyful occasion with you!

Family Service

Occurring
Monthly. Every Second Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Everyone is invited to our informal service held on the second Sunday of each month! This is a wonderful opportunity for all ages to come together in a relaxed atmosphere, where we share in worship, music, and engaging activities. It's a time to connect with others, reflect, and celebrate our community.

After the service, you’re warmly invited to stay for refreshments - a wonderful chance to enjoy conversations and catch up with others in our church family.

Click "More Info" below to view the latest pew sheet and discover more about our upcoming services.

Youth Group

Occurring
Monthly. Every Second Sunday at for 2 hours
Venue
St Hilda's Church Hall
Address
St Hilda's Church Hall, at the rear of the church.

We invite all young people in school years 7-11 to our monthly youth group! Come along for an evening filled with food, creative activities, engaging conversations, and fun games. We meet in the hall where we explore faith together and enjoy each other’s company. All our leaders are DBS checked.

New faces are always welcome, so don’t hesitate to get in touch to learn more. We can’t wait to see you there!

Pondering Together: Pondering how we pray

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
Choir Vestry
Address
Choir Vestry, St. Hilda's Church, Abbey Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Everyone is welcome as we talk about faith, learning together. Every other month will be a topic to help us think about a practical element of our faith, and the other will be exploring a topic that can be seen as taboo.

Classical Music Concert - Sirocco Wind Quartet

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Join us for an afternoon of classical music. This free concert is offered in partnership with the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

Light refreshments are available after each concert, and there is usually an opportunity to talk with the performer(s). The concerts are free, but donations for church funds are welcome.

For more information, please email [email protected].

We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of beautiful music and please spread the information to anyone else who may be interested!

Community Litter Pick

Occurring
Thursday 13 February 2025 at for 1 hour
Venue
Meet outside the Abbey Pub
Address
Meet outside the Abbey Pub, Abbey Road, Smethwick, B67 5RA, United Kingdom

Put on your gloves and join us for litter picking as we follow the parish boundary, helping to make our community cleaner and greener. Come along and make a difference! We have a limited number of litter pickers and high vis vests available, bring your own if you have them. Please bring gloves!

We will running these three times a year, please check back for future dates.

Classical Music Concert - Pianist

Occurring
for 1 hour
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
St Hilda's, Warley Woods, Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Join us for an afternoon of classical piano music. This free concert is offered in partnership with the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

Light refreshments are available after each concert, and there is usually an opportunity to talk with the performer(s). The concerts are free, but donations for church funds are welcome.

For more information, please email [email protected].

We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of beautiful music and please spread the information to anyone else who may be interested!

Pondering Together: Pondering euthanasia and assisted suicide

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
Choir Vestry
Address
Choir Vestry, St. Hilda's Church, Abbey Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Everyone is welcome as we talk about faith, learning together. Every other month will be a topic to help us think about a practical element of our faith, and the other will be exploring a topic that can be seen as taboo.

Gardening

Occurring
Monthly. Every First Saturday at for 2 hours
Start date
Please note that this event will not start until
Venue
St Hilda's, Warley Woods
Address
Abbey Road Smethwick, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

From spring through autumn, we invite volunteers to help tend the church front gardens on the first Saturday of each month, weather permitting. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just curious to give it a try, you’re warmly welcome to join us for all or part of a session! Some bring their own tools, while others use those we provide at the church—either way, your help makes a difference.

Feel free to reach out with any questions—we’d love to see you there!

Pondering Together: Pondering how we ‘live justly’

Occurring
for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
Choir Vestry
Address
Choir Vestry, St. Hilda's Church, Abbey Road, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5NQ, United Kingdom

Everyone is welcome as we talk about faith, learning together. Every other month will be a topic to help us think about a practical element of our faith, and the other will be exploring a topic that can be seen as taboo.