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
Confirmation Service with the Bishop of Winchester
Rev'd Claire Bentham The Bishop of Winchester is coming to baptise and confirm 5 of our brothers and sisters. The service will be held at Holy Trinity Wonston and will be a joyous celebration of the faith and commitment of Hector, Gail, John, Phoebe and Orlando. Please be praying for all 5 of them as they travel towards this day. Please join us for what promises to be a really joyful, uplifting service.
VJ80 Commemoration – Micheldever village
There will be a short commemoration at the war memorial adjacent to the Northbrook Hall, Micheldever in respect of those who fell fighting for their country during WW2. There will be a brief introduction, the last post will be sounded and wreathes laid.
Safeguarding Sunday – Morning Prayer (said)
Please celebrate "Safeguarding Sunday" with Rev. Claire Bentham on Sunday, 16th November at 10am. Come and learn about how St Mary's, Micheldever supports safeguarding in the today's world Preacher - Rev'd Claire Bentham
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
Carol singing in the Pub
Please come and join the Dever Singers and the new church choir singing carols at the Half Moon and Spread Eagle, Micheldever
