News and Notices

The fourth Sunday of Advent

Sung Eucharist for the fourth Sunday of Advent

Today at 10.00 am · Watch the service · View the order of service

Other services

Festival of Lessons and Carols
Today at 6.00 pm · Watch the service · View the order of service

Said Eucharist
This Wednesday 21 December at 10.00 am

Family Crib Service
This Saturday 24 December at 5.00 pm

Midnight Eucharist with Carols
This Saturday 24 December at 11.30 pm · Watch the service · View the order of service

An update from St Richard's Foodbank

Last week the food bank at St Richard’s fed a record 250 families in a single day. As the cold snap continues and people are under ever-increasing pressure, they are relying on the generous donations of people like you to prevent families from going hungry this Christmas. In particular, they have an urgent need for dried or tinned potatoes and long-life milk, but all donations of foodstuffs and toiletries are gratefully received.

You can drop off any donations in the box at St Mary’s and we’ll make sure they get there, or you can make a monetary donation online at wkrk.uk/dfb.

Festival of Lessons and Carols

Sunday 18 December 2022 at 6.00 pm
St Mary's Church, Whitkirk

The traditional celebration of the Christmas story in words and music. Join our choir as they sing arrangements of new and traditional carols, and join in with well-known favourites, all interspersed with readings from the Bible by members of the local community.

There are refreshments in the Community Centre after the service – tea, coffee, mulled wine and mince pies.

Family Crib Service

Saturday 24 December 2022 at 5.00 pm
St Mary's Church, Whitkirk

Come and join us as we celebrate the Baby Jesus in the manger on Christmas Eve. All are welcome to our annual crib service with loads of familiar carols – an excellent way for children and families to get together and celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

You are also warmly invited to dress as your favourite characters in the Christmas story – why not come as an angel, Mary, Joseph, a sheep, or even an innkeeper?

Midnight Eucharist with Carols

Saturday 24 December 2022 at 11.30 pm
St Mary's Church, Whitkirk

Stay up late to celebrate the arrival of Christmas Day at midnight. The first service of Christmas is always a joyful occasion, and everyone is invited to join us either in person in the church or online from wherever you may be.

Christmas Day Eucharist with Carols

Sunday 25 December 2022 at 10.00 am
St Mary's Church, Whitkirk

Come celebrate Christmas morning with us through readings, prayers, communion and song. Everyone of any age is welcome either in person in the church, or online from wherever you may be.

The third Sunday of Advent

Sung Eucharist for the third Sunday of Advent

Today at 10.00 am · Watch the service · View the order of service

Other services

Messy Church Christingle Service
Today at 4.00 pm

Said Eucharist
This Wednesday 14 December at 10.00 am

Messy Church Christingle Service

Sunday 11 December 2022 at 4.00 pm
St Mary's Church Whitkirk Community Centre

Church, but more hands-on. Join us in the Community Centre for drinks and a biscuit, get stuck in with activities around the week’s theme, and then end with a short, informal act of worship in the church.

Thank God It's Friday

Friday 16 December 2022 at 6.30 pm
St Mary's Church Whitkirk Community Centre

Unwind at the end of the week with us – drop in to grab a drink, play some games, order a takeaway, or even just to chat.

Festival of Lessons and Carols

Sunday 18 December 2022 at 6.00 pm
St Mary's Church, Whitkirk

The traditional celebration of the Christmas story in words and music. Join our choir as they sing arrangements of new and traditional carols, and join in with well-known favourites, all interspersed with readings from the Bible by members of the local community.

There are refreshments in the Community Centre after the service – tea, coffee, mulled wine and mince pies.

Family Crib Service

Saturday 24 December 2022 at 5.00 pm
St Mary's Church, Whitkirk

Come and join us as we celebrate the Baby Jesus in the manger on Christmas Eve. All are welcome to our annual crib service with loads of familiar carols – an excellent way for children and families to get together and celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

You are also warmly invited to dress as your favourite characters in the Christmas story – why not come as an angel, Mary, Joseph, a sheep, or even an innkeeper?

The second Sunday of Advent

Sung Eucharist for the second Sunday of Advent

Today at 10.00 am · Watch the service · View the order of service

Other services

Choral Evensong
Today at 6.00 pm · Watch the service · View the order of service

Said Eucharist
This Wednesday 7 December at 10.00 am

Sung Compline by Candlelight
This Wednesday 7 December at 8.30 pm · Watch the service · View the order of service

Pints of View

Thursday 8 December 2022 at 7.30 pm
The Brown Cow

Come and join us in the pub as we chat about how Christianity relates to the rest of our lives. From events in the news to how prayer can help us grow, exploring the deeper meaning of the Eucharist to unpacking just what happens when we celebrate Christmas. Every meeting is open to anyone, no matter if you’ve come before or you’re totally new.

Messy Church Christingle Service

Sunday 11 December 2022 at 4.00 pm
St Mary’s Church Whitkirk Community Centre

Church, but more hands-on. Join us in the Community Centre for drinks and a biscuit, get stuck in with activities around the week’s theme, and then end with a short, informal act of worship in the church.

Festival of Lessons and Carols

Sunday 18 December 2022 at 6.00 pm
St Mary’s Church, Whitkirk

The traditional celebration of the Christmas story in words and music. Join our choir as they sing arrangements of new and traditional carols, and join in with well-known favourites, all interspersed with readings from the Bible by members of the local community.

There are refreshments in the Community Centre after the service – tea, coffee, mulled wine and mince pies.

Family Crib Service

Saturday 24 December 2022 at 5.00 pm
St Mary’s Church, Whitkirk

Come and join us as we celebrate the Baby Jesus in the manger on Christmas Eve. All are welcome to our annual crib service with loads of familiar carols – an excellent way for children and families to get together and celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

You are also warmly invited to dress as your favourite characters in the Christmas story – why not come as an angel, Mary, Joseph, a sheep, or even an innkeeper?

The first Sunday of Advent

Sung Eucharist for the first Sunday of Advent

Today at 10.00 am · Watch the service · View the order of service

Other services

Said Eucharist
This Wednesday 30 November at 10.00 am

Help boost our Christmas flower displays

Can you imagine St Mary’s without flowers at Christmas? We can’t, and that’s why we’re asking if you’re able to boost our displays with a small donation to help cover the costs.

If you want to target your donation toward our flowers, you can pass it directly to Shelagh, Dave or Alistair, make a donation to our bank account as usual with FLOWERS as the reference, or head to wkrk.uk/df to donate online.

Churches Together Advent Carol Service

Sunday 27 November 2022 at 4.00 pm
St James the Great, Manston

You’re invited to join Churches Together for an advent service at St James’s, Manston. Everyone is welcome, with light refreshments after the service.

Pints of View

Thursday 1 December 2022 at 7.30 pm
The Brown Cow

Come and join us in the pub as we chat about how Christianity relates to the rest of our lives. From events in the news to how prayer can help us grow, exploring the deeper meaning of the Eucharist to unpacking just what happens when we celebrate Christmas. Every meeting is open to anyone, no matter if you’ve come before or you’re totally new.

Christmas Fair

Saturday 3 December 2022 at 10.30 am
St Mary's Church Whitkirk Community Centre

Our annual Christmas Fair returns, packed with favourite stalls, delicious cakes, and a chance to meet the man in the red suit himself!

Christ the King

Sung Eucharist for Christ the King

Today at 10.00 am · Watch the service · View the order of service

Other services

Said Eucharist
This Wednesday 23 November at 10.00 am

Prayer Service for International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
This Friday 25 November at 10.00 am

Real Advent Calendars

As we approach Christmas, count down with the UK’s only Fairtrade Advent calendar which shares the Chrismas story (along with an activity book) and supports charitable causes.

Talk to James after the Sunday morning service to get yours!

Posada Journey

This year St Mary’s are having a Posada journey! This is where figures of Mary, Joseph and the donkey travel round the parish, staying a night in different homes throughout Advent, before making their way back to the church on Christmas Eve.

If you would like to be involved or just know more about it you can talk to Heather after the service to find out more and sign up, or keep an eye on our Facebook and Twitter.

Help boost our Christmas flower displays

Can you imagine St Mary’s without flowers at Christmas? We can’t, and that’s why we’re asking if you’re able to boost our displays with a small donation to help cover the costs.

If you want to target your donation toward our flowers, you can pass it directly to Shelagh, Dave or Alistair, make a donation to our bank account as usual with FLOWERS as the reference, or head to wkrk.uk/df to donate online.

Churches Together Advent Service

Sunday 27 November 2022 at 4.00 pm
St James the Great, Manston

You’re invited to join Churches Together for an advent service at St James’s, Manston. Everyone is welcome, with light refreshments after the service.

Advent Procession Service

Sunday 27 November 2022 at 5.30 pm
Ripon Cathedral

Ripon Cathedral will be holding its annual Advent Procession on Advent Sunday, and we would be delighted to be joined by clergy, readers and congregations from the parishes of the Episcopal Area.

If you plan to attend please RSVP to Judith Bustard at [email protected].

Remembrance Sunday

Sung Eucharist for Remembrance Sunday

Today at 9.30 am · Watch the service · View the order of service

Other services

Messy Church
Today at 4.00 pm

Said Eucharist
This Wednesday 16 November at 10.00 am

Real Advent Calendars

As we approach Christmas, count down with the UK’s only Fairtrade Advent calendar which shares the Chrismas story (along with an activity book) and supports charitable causes.

Talk to James after the Sunday morning service to get yours!

Posada Journey

This year St Mary’s are having a Posada journey! This is where figures of Mary, Joseph and the donkey travel round the parish, staying a night in different homes throughout Advent, before making their way back to the church on Christmas Eve.

If you would like to be involved or just know more about it you can talk to Heather after the service to find out more and sign up, or keep an eye on our Facebook and Twitter.

Messy Church

Sunday 13 November 2022 at 4.00 pm
St Mary’s Church Whitkirk Community Centre

Church, but more hands-on. Join us in the Community Centre for drinks and a biscuit, get stuck in with activities around the week’s theme, and then end with a short, informal act of worship in the church.

Whitkirk’s Got Talent

Tuesday 15 November 2022 at 7.00 pm
St Mary’s Church Whitkirk Community Centre

Come join us and find out more about what volunteers do at St Mary’s. Chat to some of our team members, share your ideas and discover what you can bring.

The third Sunday before Advent

Sung Eucharist for the third Sunday before Advent

Today at 10.00 am · Watch the service · View the order of service

Other services

Choral Evensong
Today at 6.00 pm · Watch the service · View the order of service

Said Eucharist
This Wednesday 9 November at 10.00 am

Real Advent Calendars

As we approach Christmas, count down with the UK’s only Fairtrade Advent calendar which shares the Chrismas story (along with an activity book) and supports charitable causes.

Talk to James after the Sunday morning service to get yours!

Posada Journey

This year St Mary’s are having a Posada journey. This is where figures of Mary, Joseph and the donkey travel round the parish, staying a night in different homes. If you would like to be involved or just know more about it you can talk to Heather after the service to find out more and sign up, or keep an eye on our Facebook and Twitter. 

Pints of View

Thursday 10 November 2022 at 7.30 pm
The Brown Cow

Come and join us in the pub as we chat about how Christianity relates to the rest of our lives. From events in the news to how prayer can help us grow, exploring the deeper meaning of the Eucharist to unpacking just what happens when we celebrate Christmas. Every meeting is open to anyone, no matter if you’ve come before or you’re totally new.

Thank God It's Friday

Friday 11 November 2022 at 6.30 pm
St Mary's Church Whitkirk Community Centre

Unwind at the end of the week with us – drop in to grab a drink, play some games, order a takeaway, or even just to chat.

Sung Eucharist for Remembrance Sunday

Sunday 13 November 2022 at 9.30 am
St Mary's Church, Whitkirk

An earlier start time of 9.30 am for our sung Eucharist, followed by a procession to the cenotaph for the Act of Remembrance.

Messy Church

Sunday 13 November 2022 at 4.00 pm
St Mary's Church Whitkirk Community Centre

Church, but more hands-on. Join us in the Community Centre for drinks and a biscuit, get stuck in with activities around the week’s theme, and then end with a short, informal act of worship in the church.

Whitkirk's Got Talent

Tuesday 15 November 2022 at 7.00 pm
St Mary's Church Whitkirk Community Centre

Come join us and find out more about what volunteers do at St Mary’s. Chat to some of our team members, share your ideas and discover what you can bring.

All Saints' Sunday

Sung Eucharist for All Saints' Day

Today at 10.00 am · Watch the service · View the order of service

Other services

Said Eucharist for All Souls
This Wednesday 2 November at 10.00 am

Sung Compline by Candlelight
This Wednesday 2 November at 8.30 pm · Watch the service

Real Advent Calendars

As we approach Christmas, count down with the UK’s only Fairtrade Advent calendar which shares the Chrismas story (along with an activity book) and supports charitable causes.

Talk to James after the Sunday morning service to get yours!

Pints of View

Thursday 3 November 2022 at 7.30 pm
The Brown Cow

Come and join us in the pub as we chat about how Christianity relates to the rest of our lives. From events in the news to how prayer can help us grow, exploring the deeper meaning of the Eucharist to unpacking just what happens when we celebrate Christmas. Every meeting is open to anyone, no matter if you’ve come before or you’re totally new.

Whitkirk's Got Talent

Tuesday 15 November 2022 at 7.00 pm
St Mary's Church Whitkirk Community Centre

Come join us and find out more about what volunteers do at St Mary’s. Chat to some of our team members, share your ideas and discover what you can bring.