Category: St Mary’s
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🕊 Remembrance Service
Sunday, 9 November | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Each year, we pause as a community to mark Remembrance Sunday — a sacred time to honour all who have given their lives in the service of others, and to pray for peace and reconciliation in our world today. Our Remembrance Service combines traditional prayers, readings,…
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Junior Alpha
Starting Monday, 13th October, join us from 5:00–6:30 pm at St Mary’s Church, Bideford (and alternating at Holy Trinity, Westward Ho!) for food, fun, and honest conversations about life, faith, and purpose. Come along, ask the big questions, and share your thoughts in a relaxed and welcoming space — plus, there’s a meal together every…
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Responses to Gaza Ceasefire
From Roots & Shoots CofE Devon Community News On Monday the Bishop of Exeter responded to the start of the ceasefire in Gaza by saying “Thank God for the peace deal today leading to the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners and hopefully an end to the war in Gaza which has seen so much…
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🕯 All Souls Morning Worship Service
Sunday, 26 October | 9:30 – 10:30 am Each year at our All Souls Morning Worship Service, we gather as a community to remember and give thanks for those we love but see no longer. This gentle, reflective service offers space for prayer, quiet contemplation, and shared remembrance in the presence of God’s peace. The…
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Alpha Course @ StMary’s
Got questions about life, faith, or meaning? Alpha is a place to explore them — your thoughts matter. Starts: Tuesday, 7th October Time: 6:30 pm The Rectory, Bideford. Come as you are. Bring a friend. Enjoy food, conversation, and space to ask the big questions of life. To find out more or sign up, contact…
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Joint Concert: Appledore Singers & Churchdown MVC — Saturday 18 October 2025
Join us for a special evening of music at St Mary’s, Bideford, featuring the Appledore Singers and Churchdown MVC. Enjoy an uplifting programme and help raise funds for North Devon Hospice. Event details About the evening Expect a rich mix of choral favourites and crowd-pleasers performed by two fantastic choirs. Bring friends and family for…
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Coming Soon: Message of the Week
Come back soon to see regularly updated messages from our church family. They will be archived here.
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A Prayer for the Holy Land for 21 September
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: In your mercy, provide for all those in Gaza and beyond who suffer from hunger and starvation, that they may be given both physical bread to nourish their bodies and heavenly bread to…
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St Mary’s Social Media Groups
We’d love you to be part of our growing community 🌿💙 📌 Follow us on Facebook for updates, events, and stories: Facebook Page📌 Join our WhatsApp Community Group to stay in the loop and chat with us directly. Speak to Sheenah or Karen📌 Follow us on Instagram for uplifting posts, photos, and inspiration: Instagram Page…
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✨🎄 Carols by Candlelight 🎄
Join us for a beautifully atmospheric evening of candlelit carols in the heart of Bideford. 📍 Bideford Pannier Market📅 Saturday 13th December⏰ 6 pm Bring your family, friends, and a warm coat, and soak up the glow of Christmas with traditional carols and a lovely community atmosphere. All are welcome.
