St Mary’s organ still needs your support!
Music in churches is synonymous with organs. It is their unique sound and volume which makes them such special musical instruments; it is impossible to imagine a church service without an organ. The organ is a living, breathing machine and, as with any musical instrument, organs need to be cared for. Over time parts wear out, leather perishes, dust accumulates, and the organ begins to suffer from excessive wind noise and becomes more difficult to play. The time has come to give
Electoral Roll
Do you live in Micheldever or the surrounding area? Would you like to become a member of St Mary the Virgin's church, Micheldever. If you do, please complete the attached electoral roll form and forward to the Church Warden.
Harvest Festival – 11am Sunday, 19th October 2025
Please come along to our Harvest Festival this Sunday, 19th October at 11am. Rev'd Claire will be preaching and refreshments will be provided after the service. Remember to bring donations of dried foodstuffs which will be donated to the Winchester Basics Bank. Please come and see these amazing Harvest flower arrangements.
Scaffolding at St Mary’s Church Autumn 2025
What is happening at St Mary’s this Autumn? St Mary’s is undergoing urgent roof repairs due to slipping slates and failing fixings. Scaffolding will be erected around St Mary’s in late October for essential roof repairs. Repairs are expected to last about a month. The repairs involve removing slates, fitting new battens, re-laying slates, and adding insulation to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprint. The total cost of the repairs is £43,000; fundraising efforts are ongoing, and donations are requested from the
Autumn Churchyard Clean Up Morning
We will be holding an autumn churchyard clean up session on Saturday 25th October from 9.30am-12.30pm. Please come and join Russell and his team put the churchyard to bed for the winter. Lots of jobs on offer - trimming, mowing, bonfire management etc. Light refreshments will be provided. Bring your own tools if you have any, although a variety are available. With many thanks from Russell - churchyard team leader.
St Mary’s Annual Report 2024
Please find attached St Mary's Annual Report and Accounts 2024 with all the highlights of the year's actions. This report was approved by the Parochial Church Council (PCC) at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM) in April 2025. St Mary's Annual Report and Accounts 2024
St Mary’s Church, Micheldever Roof Repairs Fundraising Campaign Autumn 2025
St Mary's PCC needs to make essential repairs to the roof and gutters which were highlighted in the recent inspection by the architect. The slates on the chancel roof are slipping and need to be removed, new battens applied, and the slates re-laid. As part of part commitment to Net Zero we will take the opportunity to lay new thermal insulation. Repairs are also needed to the vestry roof. While scaffolding is up, repairs will be undertaken to the rainwater
Self Supporting Ordained Ministry: 3 Clergy tell their story – including our very own Rev’d Rob Rees
The Diocese of Winchester has published a wonderful article about Rev'd Rob Rees ministry to the Benefice. https://winchester.anglican.org/self-supporting-ordained-ministry-three-clergy-tell-their-story
Is baptism or confirmation into the Church of England for you?
Do you live in the Dever Benefice - Micheldever, East Stratton, Woodmancote, Sutton Scotney, South Wonston? Are you interested in being baptised or confirmed into the Church of England this year (2025)? If you are interested in learning more please contact Claire - Claire@ianbentham.org
