All welcome to make use of our hearing aid clinic...held in The Old Rectory, Old Rectory Gardens, Hambledon Road, Godalming.

Free adjustment and service with tea, cake and good company!

This service is broadcast live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/bhcgodalmingonline.

A relaxed, friendly and popular service following the 1662 Book of Common Prayer with hymns led from our dedicated organist team. Holy Communion is celebrated on the 1st and 3rd Sundays and the other times are Morning Prayer. Psalms and canticles are said or sung by the congregation. The service is led by clergy and LLMs, all of whom robe for both Morning Prayer and Communion.

First Sunday - Service of the Word, Second -All Age Service, third Sunday - Service of the Word and Fourth Holy Communion, Fifth Sunday - Cafe church
Family friendly all welcome.

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An informal service of contemporary worship led by a worship group and making creative use of modern media. The Contemporary congregation celebrates Holy Communion on 3rd Sundays of the month.

The 1st Sunday of the month is Church in the Park for families all ages together congregation - please keep an eye on the notices for the location.

All are most warmly welcome to this Minster-wide service to celebrate Choral Evensong. Take time out of your busy week to enjoy this traditional and reflective service with glorious choral music in the splendour of a much-loved ancient building in the heart of Godalming. .

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We're excited to announce that our Sunday night Youth Bible Study group has a fresh new name: Roots! This change reflects our vision of helping every young person in our church family grow deeply rooted in God's love, His Word, and a vibrant faith community. Roots isn't just a name — it's a calling to grow in depth and direction.

Drop in for a coffee or cup of tea on Mondays at the Yew Tree Café where a member of the Prime Time team will be looking forward to welcome you, and other members and friends will be there to chat. A lovely start to the week.

Monday and Wednesday 1pm to 2.15pm
Thursday 11am to 12.30pm (For emergencies only)
Please telephone beforehand for more information, or to book a time for your visit.
Kindly note referrals are needed for new clients.

If you need help, the Food Bank can provide an emergency Food parcel containing at least three days meals.
In order to get support, you will need to obtain a referral from a Care Giver, ie Doctor, Home to School Link worker, Carer, Mental Health Team etc. or vist the Citizens Advice Bureau.
For Registration details please phone 01483 418741 .
The Food Bank requirements list is updated monthly on the Godalmingminster website, if you wish to donate

Cost: £1 per family per session.

Our ABC toddler groups are co-ordinated by the church for the community and surrounding area. Each group is run by our 0-3s worker, Sophia Barnes - with some enthusiastic parents!

We hope you will find the groups relaxing, enjoyable and a lovely way to start new friendships and find support as you share your experience of bringing up a young family. Come and have a cup of coffee while your children play and get to know other children in a happy environment.

Held in the Old Rectory, next to Busbridge Church.

Parking: Please park on the roads around the church as parking at the Old Rectory is restricted. There is safe buggy access to the Old Rectory via the churchyard. Thank you!

Working from home on Tuesday? or want some company .Why not come and have a bite to eat or work or chat or enjoy board games and quizzes every Tuesday 12.30 till 3pm.

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The Bereavement Café is run by the Pastoral Team (Support & Care) and offers a safe space for anyone who has been bereaved, where:
you can feel safe to talk about how the pain of bereavement is affecting you
you will meet others who have experienced their own loss
there is a team willing to offer support by listening
you will find mutual support and encouragement

Hambledon Morning Prayer .

Smartots meets every Wednesday morning (in term time) from 9am-11am at St Marks Church, Franklyn Road.
For parents and carers of babies and children (0-4’s).

Come along for a warm welcome, tea, coffee, biscuits, and a chat.

Free flow play for the children in the hall at St Marks Church (and the garden in the warmer months).
Craft, play dough, a fruit snack time, finishing with a singing session.
Free parking available on Franklyn Road.

Smartots is run by Sophia Barnes our 0-4’s Younger Families Pastor, if you would like any further information, please contact Sophia on: 01483 421267 or by email: [email protected].

For January 2026 we'll be running the Bible Course alongside The Bible Course at Franklyn Road. The participants from each course will gather and share a meal together each week before splitting off for their session. What a great way to meet people at different stages of the most exciting journey!

Alpha has provided over 1.5 million people in the UK alone (29m worldwide) with an opportunity to explore different aspects of the Christian faith and to discuss their questions in an informal and relaxed atmosphere.

Dinner and conversation is integral to the format of the Alpha course, to meet people and open up conversation.

For more encouragement, interviews and information, see alpha.org.uk or find it on YouTube.

Who is it for?
Lots of people can enjoy and benefit from coming to Alpha…

If you are new to the Christian faith or just starting to 'dip your toe in'

If your friends or family ask you about what you believe and you're never really sure what to tell them

If you've been a Christian for a long while but have never felt you could ask questions about your faith

If you're fairly new to church and want to get to know some more people

…then Alpha is for you!

No questions are off limits and no assumptions are made.

How do I find out about the next course?
To register your interest, please sign up.

The course begins with a 'no obligation' introductory session led by Lesley Mason, one of the Godalming Minster clergy team. During the evening there will be an opportunity to chat with those who have previously done Alpha.

There is no charge to join us at Alpha and all are welcome to come along and find out a bit more. If you have questions or would like to join the mailing list for any future courses, please email [email protected].

To sign up for the introductory sessions on Thu 22nd Jan 2026. We may also look for a daytime course if theres enough demand, so please let us know if youre interested even if you cant make a Thursday night. Fill in the form below and someone from our Alpha team will get in touch with you.

If you are interested in Alpha but this day/time don't work for you, please register your interest, and tell us what days/times would work. We'll be in touch.

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Whether you're well versed in Scripture or just starting out on the journey, The Bible Course offers a superb overview of the world's best-selling book.

For January 2026 we'll be running the Bible Course alongside Alpha at Franklyn Road. The participants from each course will gather and share a meal together each week before splitting off for their session. What a great way to meet people at different stages of the most exciting journey!

The 8 session Bible Course is a brilliant way to bring the Bible to life and understand the whole storyline— from Genesis to Revelation. Along the way you will pick up tools and skills to help you read it yourself and apply it to your life.

Though The Bible Course was written for beginners in an extremely accessible in style, it will still challenge the experienced bible reader and help anyone rediscover the bible afresh.

At Godalming Minster we'd encourage everyone to do the course, from those who are following on from Alpha, to mature Christians wanting to consolidate their knowledge and understanding of the Bible.

If you are already in a small group, please join the course to spread your knowledge and enthusiasm for scripture with others, and refresh their own understanding.

There's a lot more information about The Bible Course and what to expect on biblesociety.org.uk.

If you'd like to find out more please email: [email protected].

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Pray & Play offers toys and entertainment for your little one, with prayer support and fellowship for parents and carers.

For anyone with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.

Held in the Old Rectory, next to Busbridge Church in Term Time only.

Parking: Please park on the roads around the church as parking at the Old Rectory is restricted. There is safe buggy access to the Old Rectory via the churchyard. Thank you!

The Bell Ringers will ring a Full Peal of Bells during the morning! Some Feat!!

AN OUTDOOR CONTEMPORARY SERVICE FOR AGES 0-100
on 1ST SUNDAYS OF THE MONTH.

Church in the Park usually meets at The Jack Phillips Memorial in central Godalming.

All ages and dogs welcome. Musicians bring your instruments!

BYO cup for hot drinks (coffee and hot chocolate).

For details see: https://www.godalmingminster.org/

Rev Chris Lion ---
Chris will talk about his return to the place where he grew up and has now returned as Rector of Godalming Minster.

All proceeds to our charity.
It sounds fascinating – do join us at 8.00pm in the Busbridge Old Rectory. All are welcome, including men!

Annual subscription £20. Visitors £5 donation.

New members welcome! For information, please contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
All Welcome.

5th February 2026 8.00pm → 9.30pm

We think about the big story in the news, and discuss a Christian response, over tea, coffee, porridge and toast.

Contact Alan Betts or Dudley Hilton via [email protected]

All are most warmly welcome to this reflective, said Communion service in the splendour of our ancient church building in the heart of Godalming. The service uses the traditional Book of Common Prayer liturgy, and is followed by a communal breakfast

Minster Communion Service with ashing at Church Street SS Peter and Paul only. No service at other Minster churches.
Parking in Mint street Carpark (Parking charges will apply in an evening) and Crown Court Carpark ( no charge after 6.30pm)

An opportunity to see a film in a different setting .
Please come and join us for a free cinema experience with tea, coffee, biscuits and popcorn.
For more details please check out the Godalming Minster website.

Come and join fellow Prime Timers for the return of the soup lunch, and book swap.
Chris Payne will also be sharing some of her poetry and giving a brief talk about what inspires her.
Cost will be £5 per person.

An opportunity to see a film in a different setting .
Please come and join us for a free cinema experience with tea, coffee, biscuits and popcorn.
For more details please check out the Godalming Minster website.

Come along and celebrate your mother, being a mother or being a mother figure! There will be a token gift for you at all our services today:

Church Street - SS Peter and Paul
9am Choral Eucharist and 11.00am Contemporary

Brighton Road - Busbridge Church
10am Classic and 6pm Evening Service

Franklyn Road - St Mark's Church
10am Morning Worship

Hambledon Church
10am Holy Communion

Come along and celebrate Palm Sunday in any of our Services. With differing formats and times.

Church Street - SS Peter and Paul
9am Choral Eucharist and 11.00am Contemporary

Brighton Road - Busbridge Church
10am Classic and 6pm Evening Service

Franklyn Road - St Mark's Church
10am Morning Worship

Hambledon Church
10am Holy Communion

Prayer and reflection each night in Holy Week.
Join us at 8pm each night in Holy Week for a short time of reflection as we journey to the cross.
We will be looking at 3 passages:
Monday John 12:27-36 - Jesus speaks about his death
Tuesday John 13:1-20 - Jesus washes his disciples' feet
Wednesday John 4:1-14 - Jesus the Way to the Father

Communion Service In The Minster only at St Mark's Church Franklyn Road

Share, Watch and Pray:

We begin at 7pm with a simple meal of soup (v), bread and cheese followed by a worship service which includes communion as a reminder of the events of the night we call Maundy Thursday. If you'd rather not eat, that's OK, please still come and join the fellowship and worship.

Please sign up so that we know numbers and dietary requirements.

All welcome - Parking available at Mint Street or Crown Court carparks BUT Parking Charges apply.
Followed by A Churches Together Service in the High Street.

Churches Together in Godalming & District's short service in Godalming High Street with refreshments at Godalming Baptist Church after.
All Welcome.

A time to be still before the cross.
Silence, reflective prayers and some singing.

This year's walk starts at Hambledon church and ends at Godalming Minster Brighton Road for hot cross buns and drinks.
Meet at 2pm at Hambledon Church. The walk is about 5km, but you can also join half-way at the Hydon's Ball car park. Approx 2hours . Dogs welcome.

This is a favourite for families! A short service in church followed by an egg hunt in the wonderful Busbridge Old Rectory Garden.

Areas are designated for different age groups so that the younger ones have time to amble and collect at their pace, and the older ones are let loose to forage in the wilder areas.

There'll be tea and cake and other refreshments for all those spectating! (Donations of cake welcome but not compulsory.)

Parking is not available in the Old Rectory for this event. Please sign up for a ticket for each member of your party who will be attending.

A service of fire and light.
A beautiful candlelit choral service to mark the start of Easter, with the blessing of the new fire, the lighting of the Easter Candle and the renewal of baptismal vows. All are most warmly welcome to come and celebrate the risen Christ in this glorious building in the heart of Godalming.
The blessing of the new fire, the lighting of the Easter Candle
and the renewal of Baptismal vows

The Church is in darkness as was Calvary when Christ died on the cross. As God in the Old Testament made His presence known by the sign of a pillar of fire, so fire now represents the return of Christ, the light of the world, from the darkness of the grave.
(Parking available at Mint Street or Crown Court carparks Free on Saturday evening),

A short service organised by Churches Together in Godalming & District at The Minster Shrine off Tuesley Lane, beyond Minster Road, careful parking in surrounding roads.
With refreshments at Ladywell Convent after the service.

Happy Easter! Come and celebrate Easter Day with a beautiful choral service in this glorious building in the heart of Godalming. He is risen indeed - Alleluia! All are most warmly welcome to the service and to refreshments (fruit juice, Prosecco) afterwards.

Easter Day Communion.
Minster Communion is also at Church Street -SSPeter&Paul (9am) or Franklyn Road - St Marks church (10am) or an All Age Easter service at Church Street at 11am

Highway 35 - meeting disaster head-on with hope
Chris and Denise Arthey were involved in a head on collision whilst travelling along highway 35 on their Harley Davison. Whilst they were no expected to survive both did with life changing injuries.

This is the remarkable story of their recovery and an account of astounding personal strength and fighting spirit, of depth and integrity of personal relationship and uncompromising faith in the face of the most difficult of challenges.

All proceeds to our charity.
It sounds fascinating – do join us at 8.00pm in the Busbridge Old Rectory. All are welcome, including men!

Annual subscription £20. Visitors £5 donation.

New members welcome! For information, please contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
All Welcome.

5th February 2026 8.00pm → 9.30pm

An opportunity to see a film in a different setting .
Please come and join us for a free cinema experience with tea, coffee, biscuits and popcorn.
For more details please check out the Godalming Minster website.

Shocking Posh Hat's - Alyson is a milliner based in Godalming, who will be sharing her expertise in hat making and showing some examples of the gorgeous and creative hats which she has made.
All proceeds to our charity.
It sounds fascinating – do join us at 8.00pm in the Busbridge Old Rectory. All are welcome, including men!

Annual subscription £20. Visitors £5 donation.

New members welcome! For information, please contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
All Welcome.